Pennsylvania Craftsmanship: Local Artist Ryan Olszewski x Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Hot Honey Caramels
A Perfect Pairing of Flavors and Design
Our limited-edition Hot Honey Caramels combine the smoothness of premium milk chocolate with sweet honey and a subtle heat. This unique flavor profile inspired Ryan to create a complementary collection of handcrafted pottery featuring honeycomb patterns, delicate bee illustrations, and warm honey-toned glazes that perfectly echo our packaging design.
The bees and honeycomb motifs were a natural choice for this collaboration. Ryan wanted to capture the essence of what makes these caramels special – that perfect balance of sweetness and heat, tradition and innovation.
Each piece is individually handcrafted, making every item truly one-of-a-kind. From honeycomb-embossed to bee-adorned, these functional art pieces bring an elevated aesthetic while celebrating the craftsmanship behind our chocolates.
About the Artist
Since 1997, Ryan has been creating dynamic wildlife sculptures and drawings for clients, galleries and friends. The award winning sculptures have captured several ribbons at wildlife shows and were featured in Maryland and Pennsylvania Galleries.
All sculptures and ceramic pieces are one-of-a-kind originals that are handmade from stoneware and other fired clays. Ryan complements his work with natural hardwoods and custom bases that beautifully display each piece. From penguin sculptures for the Lehigh Valley Zoo to pet portraits, life-sized birds of prey, bonsai pots to functional wares, Ryan has created countless unique art pieces for clients and organizations, often supporting causes he cares deeply about.
Ryan has formal training in biology with Bachelor of Science degrees in Environmental Studies and Marine Science. A Marine Ornithology class at a Virginia field station required Ryan to learn every feather and bone along with the habits and adaptations birds posess. Armed with this background, he turned this knowledge to wildlife sculpting and pet portraits.
Limited Time, In-Store Exclusive
This special collection of Hot Honey Caramels paired with Ryan Olszewski's custom pottery is available in limited quantities exclusively for select Gertrude Hawk Chocolates locations for a limited time. Each piece is a unique work of art – perfect for gifting or treating yourself to something truly special.
Visit your nearest Gertrude Hawk Chocolates store to experience this limited edition collaboration where chocolate meets art.
When chocolate craftsmanship meets artistic vision, something truly special happens. Our exclusive collaboration with talented sculptor and ceramicist Ryan Olszewski, brings together the bold flavors of our new Hot Honey Caramels with custom-designed pottery that captures their essence.
A Perfect Pairing of Flavors and Design
Our limited-edition Hot Honey Caramels combine the smoothness of premium milk chocolate with sweet honey and a subtle heat. This unique flavor profile inspired Ryan to create a complementary collection of handcrafted pottery featuring honeycomb patterns, delicate bee illustrations, and warm honey-toned glazes that perfectly echo our packaging design.
The bees and honeycomb motifs were a natural choice for this collaboration. Ryan wanted to capture the essence of what makes these caramels special – that perfect balance of sweetness and heat, tradition and innovation.
Each piece is individually handcrafted, making every item truly one-of-a-kind. From honeycomb-embossed to bee-adorned, these functional art pieces bring an elevated aesthetic while celebrating the craftsmanship behind our chocolates.
See the Collaboration Come to Life
