Gyotaku (魚拓, from gyo “fish” + taku”, stone impression) is a traditional form of Nature printing used by Japanese Fishermen to record their catches. Since then, it has also become an art form of its own.
Typically, sumi ink is applied to the fish and rice or mulberry paper is laid on top. The paper is then rubbed onto the ink, creating an impression to accurately capture the fishes’ size and unique characteristics. These fish impressions are often touched up to enhance certain characteristics of the fish. The eyes are usually painted last, marking the completion of a piece.
(The gist of it, really)
There are currently three locations in the Outer banks where you can view certain originals, framed reproduction prints, unframed giclee prints and mugs. If you are a business owner and would like to share Gyotaku related art with your clients, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Most originals and available art pieces can be viewed at my workshop/gallery by appointment.
GreenTail’s Seafood Market and Kitchen
3022 S. Croatan highway, unit 34
Nags Head, NC 27959
SeaChef Dockside kitchen
Oregon inlet fishing center
8770 Oregon inlet rd
Nags Head, NC 27959
Strategic Angler ® workshop
Nags Head, NC 27959
(by appointment only)
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