Making handmade macarons requires a lot of talent, and Anna Zhirova has it in abundance. She’s a self-taught food artist who became a true sensation on social media after her picture-perfect, hand-painted macarons took Instagram by storm.
We’ve seen many bakers find viral fame thanks to macarons, but no one is doing it like Zhirova. She’s a Russian artist who’s been drawing for as long as she can remember, and she used to work as an architect and designer before deciding to use macarons as her canvas.
According to Zhirova’s official website, the idea of painting on macarons came to her completely by chance. It captivated her from the get-go, so she decided to share her creations with the world, and her sweet treats had the same effect on everyone who came across them.
Macarons aren’t an easy dessert to make, but simply baking them wasn’t a challenge enough for Zhirova. She decided to take things to a whole new level, decorating her macarons with a variety of hand-painted motifs, ranging from flora and fauna to people portraits and travel destinations.
Zhirova is now also working on commissions, and many people have turned to her when looking for a perfect, personalized gift for their loved ones. She also offers macaron-decorating courses, helping other people create hand-painted desserts just like her own.
