The artist who made this abstract painting (at right) was not trying to show us something "real." Instead, he used colors and shapes to make an interesting-looking composition with paint on canvas.

Did you notice that he divided the canvas into three main areas of color? Do you like the way this artist swirled the colors together in places? Where do you see bits and spatters of colors, light or bright against dark, and dark against light?

Would it be fun to create an abstract artwork like this one? Put on your apron and you can mix up a masterpiece too! Even better: you can eat it when you get through!

Find out how to make a cake that looks like an abstract painting. Open and print the recipe for Abstract Cake.

IMPORTANT: In order to open and print the cake recipe, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. Many people have this program already, but if you do not have it, please ask an adult to help you download this free program.