Fish Printing Workshops

411ffish  Workshops

Option #1

Learn how to print fish on paper and fabric (shirts)

Time:  Approximately 2 – 4 hours

Cost:  $100/person minimum 2 people. 

20% cash discount 

Option #2

Print fish on shirts only.  
Great for parties.

Time:  Approximately 1 – 2 hours

Cost:  $40/person minimum 2 people. 

Location:  At a venue of your choice

Materials:  

• • • • • All Materials are included – fish, art supplies, shirts, etc.
          
        • I have three 10′ x 10′ pop-up canopies and six folding tables.
        • Need access to sink or hose to clean fish and paint brushes.

Class outline:

• • • • • History and background of the Gyotaku
        • Prep the fish by washing, drying and positioning.
        • Paint the fish with sumi ink or acrylic paint.
        • Rub paper or fabric on the fish to create a “rubbing” print.
        • Finish the details of the print.
        • Repeat, repeat, repeat.
          
        • Print on rice paper and/or tshirts.
        • Bring your own fish if you like
        • You can also bring additional clothing or fabric to print on. Heavy cotton or silk work best.
        • Paint is non-toxic, so the fish can and should be eaten after we print them.