Traditional Gyotaku Fish Printing Class at Turtle Bay
Turn a traditional Japanese fish-printing technique into art you can take home
Duration
1 hr
Includes
Materials, take-home art
Highlights
Create detailed fish prints in a hands-on class taught in the traditional Japanese style, using techniques dating back to the 1800s.
- Learn how Japanese fishermen used gyotaku to record their catch and prove the size of their fish
- Discover how Hawaii's fishermen have used this art for generations to preserve memories of their catch
- Take home a piece of art crafted by your own hands
Itinerary
Your Creative Process
- Select your fish and learn its story
- Apply traditional inks with precision
- Press rice paper to capture every detail
- Add personal touches and finishing details
What's Included
- Locally sourced fish
- Rice paper
- Traditional inks
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before your experience starts for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours before the originally scheduled start. Rescheduling may be offered, subject to availability. If the operator cancels for ocean-related safety concerns, you'll receive a full refund regardless of notice.
Product ID: 97B9QH
Meeting details
Ritz Turtle Bay, 57-091 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, HI 96731
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