A workshop flyer for Gyotaku art, featuring a close-up of a fish print in the foreground and a smiling woman in the background.

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The Book Institute PresentsGYOTAKU ART &mdash; Japanese Fish Printing WorkshopSunday, Nov 1, 2026 &bull; 1pm -5pm Burbank, California 91506&nbsp;Hundreds of years ago, Japanese fishermen painted fish to preserve a record of their catch. This practical tradition evolved into Gyotaku, the beautiful Japanese art of fish printing. Join The Book Institute for a special hands-on workshop exploring this exquisite and expressive art form.🎨 Taught by Paula WhitemanPaula Whiteman is an artist with a passion for Asian art. Her work has been featured in exhibitions including the Pacific Design Center, and she teaches Gyotaku Fish Painting at Pasadena City College.Professionally, Paula is a physician and Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine. She incorporates mindfulness and Asian art into her creative practice. 🐟 What You&#39;ll ExperienceThrough a short introduction, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, participants will create their own Gyotaku prints using a variety of fish replicas.All supplies are provided, including fish replicas, paper, brushes, acrylic paints, fabrics, tote and Tshirt. Participants are welcome to bring your unique wearable.&nbsp; Sip &amp; Paint: Drink and Snack will be provided Sunday, Nov 1, 2026 &bull; 1:00 PM - 5:00pm 📍 Burbank, California 91506, ( address will be emailed after registeration) Presented by The Book Institute Preserving craftsmanship &bull; Inspiring creativity &bull; Keeping traditional arts alive

The Book Institute PresentsGYOTAKU ART — Japanese Fish Printing WorkshopSunday, Nov 1, 2026 • 1pm -5pm Burbank, California 91506 Hundreds of years ago, Japanese fishermen painted fish to preserve a record of their catch. This practical tradition evolved into Gyotaku, the beautiful Japanese art of fish printing. Join The Book Institute for a special hands-on workshop exploring this exquisite and expressive art form.🎨 Taught by Paula WhitemanPaula Whiteman is an artist with a passion for Asian art. Her work has been featured in exhibitions including the Pacific Design Center, and she teaches Gyotaku Fish Painting at Pasadena City College.Professionally, Paula is a physician and Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine. She incorporates mindfulness and Asian art into her creative practice. 🐟 What You'll ExperienceThrough a short introduction, demonstrations, and hands-on practice, participants will create their own Gyotaku prints using a variety of fish replicas.All supplies are provided, including fish replicas, paper, brushes, acrylic paints, fabrics, tote and Tshirt. Participants are welcome to bring your unique wearable.  Sip &amp; Paint: Drink and Snack will be provided Sunday, Nov 1, 2026 • 1:00 PM - 5:00pm 📍 Burbank, California 91506, ( address will be emailed after registeration) Presented by The Book Institute Preserving craftsmanship • Inspiring creativity • Keeping traditional arts alive

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GYOTAKU ART — Japanese Fish Printing Workshop- Nov 1 at 1pm

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