Original Gyotaku Prints ...by Ray Bliss Rich
as seen on the Martha Stewart Living TV show

(gyo = fish & taku = impression)

artist Ray Bliss Rich holding original gyotaku of bass his wife caught in 2002

The prints offered on this page are my original gyotaku impressions taken directly from the body of an actual fish. They are for those who enjoy the graphic nature of the gyotaku style and have a strong desire for an original work of art. Availability may be seasonal and there may be a wait list for certain species.  I actually encourage you to purchase one of my giclée reproductions as a matter of conservation; since there is a limit to how many originals I can obtain from a fish, and they are priced accordingly.  

I am happy to exchange e-mails discussing options for obtaining one of my original gyotaku. Due to the increased difficulty in printing larger fish; the largest original gyotaku are offered in two grades: prime and select. Select grade images are excellent but not as excellent as prime grade.  The difficulty in printing also varies with species which is reflected in the price of originals.  This is not an issue with my giclée reproductions which are priced according to sheet size.

sunfish

According to feng shui; black fish activate protective chi (energy),
making these original prints an excellent addition to your home.

The papers used vary from print to print. Each is hand signed with black pigment ink and chopped with red pigment.

Both matted and fully framed prints are done with acid free archival materials.

Frame sizes vary with each fish, depending on the size of the actual fish the print is taken from. Because each is an original work, no two will be identical; therefore, I caution you that any pictures on my web site are merely representational of how each species of fish prints. Certain fish are much more difficult to print and that is reflected in the price of original prints. Larger fish require special handling and use larger sheets of paper to both print and wet mount. See my gyotaku instructions link below for a description of the process.

redbreast sunfish

All original gyotaku are available just matted or matted & framed. I provide a variety of frames for my original gyotaku that are not offered for the reproduction prints. I am happy to exchange e-mails concerning the best matting and framing option for you. Prices for each fish, whether just matted or matted & framed; and depending on the excellence of the image, must be discussed prior to purchase.

HOW TO ORDER

After we discuss what you desire (fish, size, grade, matting/framing);
you can simply mail me your check, money order, or a photocopy of your visa or master card, with your request...

OR you can print out and fill in the order form found here and mail it with your payment...

Feel free to e-mail any questions you may have...

If you prefer to purchase from a gallery where you can select the actual piece
that will hang in your home or office, visit Anthony's Deep Sea Fish Rubbings gallery.

Deep Sea Fish Rubbings
63 Wharf Street
Salem, Massachusetts

Shows and Festivals

For other information you may go to:

gyotaku home page - gyotaku reproduction prints - gyotaku instructions

hand crafted book on gyotaku printmaking

Shows and Festivals

Artist: Ray Bliss Rich

Snail Mail:  P.O. Box 1167, Hillsboro, NH 03244 USA

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