I have no opinion on the scratch vs box cakes. It’s up to the baker. I know lots of people who use doctored cake mixes with great success.
As for the “porn” I wouldn’t use the word. I have to agree with the poster on your site. Something that starts innocently can have huge moral and ethical consequences down the line. I would avoid it.
Teri, Ontario, Canada http://www.TeriLovesCake.ca