Seattle Times Peeps Contest

"Soak up the skill and imagination of entrants in The Seattle Times springtime Peeps Contest, which invites participants to create a sculpture, diorama or art project with marshmallow chicks and bunnies. This app makes it easy to peruse galleries of the most noteworthy works from multiple years.

Hundreds of readers flood The Times challenge each spring with clever entries, casting everyone from Marilyn Monroe to President Obama in Peep form. Entrants are encouraged to take inspiration from popular culture, news events or Seattle-area icons, then photograph their creations and send in the picture. The only requirements are that entries must be constructed mostly of Peeps and must be suitable for family viewing.

The creativity of the results dazzles and inspires. Who knew that these colorful springtime treats could make such excellent fodder for art?"

Tip: Turn the phone sideways to enlarge the images.