Gyotaku image of a multi-colored hogfish, a reef dweller most commonly found in Caribbean waters. Gyo (fish) taku (rubbing) was invented in Japan in the early 1800's as a way for sports fishermen to accurately record the exact size and species of fish they had caught. In the direct method of Gyotaku, inks are applied directly to the body of the fish then natural fiber papers are placed on the fish and rubbed. This creates an exact replica of the fish with an amazing amount of detail captured in the fins and scales. A "chop" or printer's mark is added as a signature. Total of twelve cards with matching white envelopes. Each card measures 4.25 x 5”. Ships directly from the artist.
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Gyotaku came very naturally to Sandi Jackson & Kathy Howard. Meeting in the early 80’s, they quickly became friends and began vacationing each year with their families in the Florida Keys. Their creative nature and love for the ocean evolved into their unique artwork. Sandi studied art in Orlando, Florida and went on to receive her Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design at the University of Central Florida. Kathy started at an early age coloring outside the lines. She worked early with metal sculpture and went on to make a living in Visual Merchandising for store windows and store planning.
