A tradition made personal
What is Gyotaku?
Gyotaku is the Japanese art of making an impression directly from a fish. A light layer of ink and a gentle press of cloth capture its shape, scales and fins. The fish itself becomes the subject and the printing surface.
Your first print starts here.
You don’t need an art background. Prepare your fish, apply the ink, place the cloth and press gently. Lift it away to reveal an impression with its own character. Follow our full guide for preparation, printing and cleanup.
See how to print →
From your catch to your wall.
Every print carries the details of a particular fish and the memory of a particular day. Let it dry completely, choose a frame and give that story a place at home.
Meet the Standard Pack
Open the box. Make your mark.
The essentials for your next fish-printing project, brought together in one kit.
Two 36 × 18 inch cloth sheets
Use a full sheet for a larger catch, or cut the sheets into smaller pieces to suit your project.
Two cuttlefish ink pouches
Food-grade cuttlefish ink for capturing the natural details of your catch.
Brush, gloves and instructions
Simple tools and clear directions to help you get started.
Thoughtfully chosen materials.
A cloth canvas
A flexible surface for a print that feels personal. Once completely dry, it can be framed or displayed to suit your space.
Cuttlefish ink
Our kit uses food-grade cuttlefish ink to create the dark impressions that bring the fish’s texture to life.
THE ANGLER’S CANVAS
PRESERVE THE CATCH™
Some catches deserve more than a photo. The Angler’s Canvas helps you turn the fish you caught into a personal work of art—one you can frame, gift and enjoy long after the trip.
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