The Fisherman’s Art of Gyotaku
in Classes by Karen Hessel
4H / Cornell Cooperative Class Series – Sundays -- March 2025
Students learn Japanese fishermen’s technique of recording the size of their catches using ink and paper. Originating in 19th century Japan, gyotaku (meaning "print fish") developed from the need to record the size of a trophy catch and evolved into a beautiful art form.
Classes are for Children K-8