What is Gyotaku
Art by Dwight Hwang
Gyotaku originated in Japan during the mid-1800s when fishermen made prints of their catch to hang in the market so customers could see what kind of fish they were buying.
From practical beginnings, gyotaku has evolved into a fine art form which can now be seen on the walls of world class museums.
Art by Dwight Hwang
Robert B. Chenoweth
FounderInstructor | Speaker | Collector | Dealer
Robert is a dedicated steward of Gyotaku and a leading voice in its contemporary evolution. He is a Gyotaku instructor at the Japanese Culture Center of Chicago and a sought-after keynote speaker, offering insight into the art form’s historical significance and modern resurgence.
Robert is also an avid angler, who was introduced to the Gyotaku art form as a taxidermy alternative by his wife, Ellen. This introduction led him to create PaperFin - an inkless approach to fish printing designed to remove the mess and intimidation that can be associated with the traditional method. The PaperFin Inkless Fish Printing Kits offer anglers a mess-free way to create a memento of their catch before it hits the filet table.
Contact: Robert@thegyotaku.com