Art is beautiful, especially when it's on top of a drink like coffee. Though some baristas make it look easy, transforming milks into luscious ferns and hearts so real they seem to beat in the cup is hard work. It takes parents, advanced degrees, and a loose wrist.

But just because something is hard doesn't mean you shouldn't watch a video about how to do it. So, if you've always wanted to write your name in the pages of history with hot dairy and dairy substitutes, watch the following latte art tutorial from our awkward acquaintances at Analog Coffee.

Still in the mood? For advanced learners, I recommend this tutorial on pour overs. Pouring hot water over coffee is an art that can only be explained using a basketball, chocolate sauce, and a pitcher of ice water, as you can clearly see here: