My design journey has taken me into the fascinating realm of cake design, where the principles of graphic design and typography transcend into a vibrant 3D art form. There's something uniquely satisfying about working with fondant and gumpaste, feeling the smooth textures as I mold intricate shapes and bring my edible creations to life. Mixing colors for cakes is like painting on a new kind of canvas, where the hues need to be just right to convey the desired effect.

However, cake design isn't without its challenges. Humidity can be a formidable foe, turning what should be a smooth, flawless finish into a sticky, unmanageable mess. The structural aspects of cake design also require careful consideration. Ensuring that a multi-tiered cake or a special custom designed cake in a form other than a normal cake remains stable and doesn't collapse under its own weight demands precise engineering and planning.

Yet, it's these very challenges that make the process so rewarding. Each cake is a unique puzzle, requiring a blend of creativity, patience, and technical skill. The rush of seeing a completed cake, knowing the hours of meticulous work that went into every detail, is incomparable. It's a fleeting art form, destined to be admired briefly before being enjoyed, but that impermanence only adds to its beauty. The joy on someone's face when they see and taste my creation makes all the struggles worthwhile. Cake design has truly enriched my life, blending my love for design with the joy of crafting edible art."