Steelhead - Full Length

Steelhead - Full LengthUnlike salmon, steelhead (especially larger ones) survive spawning and return to the ocean to spawn again in later years, making their life cycles complex and varied. This large female was caught near the mouth of the Columbia river and measures nearly 36" tip to tail. It's impressive to imagine its story; surviving the Pacific ocean and returning to spawn again and again. Originally printed with sumi ink and watercolor on handmade Japanese washi

The same printing method used for fish was done here on this beautiful mule deer shed

This female was donated by Fish & Wildlife at the end of her arduous 700 mile journey back to the river bed from where she hatched

Original gyotaku made from Sumi ink and watercolor on mulberry fibre

rolling away from the hook

Originally printed with sumi ink and brush on mulberry fibre

the stunning yet subtle color palette on this Lahontan Cutthroat brightens any kitchen or hearth

Traditional gyotaku print using sumi ink

Traditional gyotaku print using Sumi ink on Unryu (rice fibre)

Giclée reproduction on cotton rag with acid-free inks

Unlike salmon

perfect for coffee in the morning or whiskey in the evening

Traditional process using Sumi ink on Unryu (rice fibre)