Gyotaku (meaning “fish impression”) originated in 19th Century Japan. Fishermen originally developed it as a method of recording the exact size and species of the fish they caught. Today, however, gyotaku has evolved into a method for making beautiful art, seen as a celebration of nature and form. Fish are rolled with paint or ink, and are then carefully pressed against paper or fabric to make banners, wrapping paper, or pieces of art for your home. This is known as a monoprinting process, which means each resulting piece will be unique! And the availability of high quality gyotaku replica fish means you don’t even have to be an expert angler to explore the subtle beauty of this printmaking method! Participants in this workshop will be able to create & take home with them their own gyotaku prints made on rice paper.

Ages 13+. No experience necessary.

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Registration: $50, includes all materials.

Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today! Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.

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Location: The Printing Museum, 1324 W Clay St. Houston, TX 77019.

This workshop is in-person at The Printing Museum. We look forward to welcoming you back and are taking recommended safety precautions regarding COVID-19. The class size will also be limited, so sign up early!

Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.