Original Gyotaku Fish Prints

Martha’s Vineyard black sea bass on premium white rice paper with a white frame. Framed artwork measures 19 1/4 x 28 1/4.

Using acrylic paint, acrylic paint, rice papers, fabric and locally caught fish, Jenna's art celebrates the beauty and variety of New England's sea life. When possible, fish are filleted and eaten, textiles are repurposed and discarded wood is recycled for framing. 

“Gyotaku” is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish, a practice which dates back to the mid-1800s. This form of nature printing was used by fishermen to record their catches, but has also become an art form of its own.  

A beautifully detailed Lobster rubbing on navy broadcloth with rustic white washed frame. Framed artwork measures 24.75” x 19.5”.

Using acrylic paint, sumi ink, rice papers, fabric and locally caught fish, Jenna's art celebrates the beauty and variety of New England's sea life. When possible, fish are filleted and eaten, textiles are repurposed and discarded wood is recycled for framing. 

“Gyotaku” is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish, a practice which dates back to the mid-1800s. This form of nature printing was used by fishermen to record their catches, but has also become an art form of its own.  

A beautifully detailed Blue Striped Bass rubbing on premium rice paper in a white glossy frame. Framed artwork measures 45” x 20”.

Using acrylic paint, sumi ink, rice papers, fabric and locally caught fish, Jenna's art celebrates the beauty and variety of New England's sea life. When possible, fish are filleted and eaten, textiles are repurposed and discarded wood is recycled for framing. 

“Gyotaku” is the traditional Japanese method of printing fish, a practice which dates back to the mid-1800s. This form of nature printing was used by fishermen to record their catches, but has also become an art form of its own.