Penghu Yutuo Press Experience｜Every year there is fun
- Penghu in-depth tourism, a creative journey that combines biology and art, brings memories of the ocean home!
- It’s easy to get started even if you have no experience. Use local fish to create the most unique hand-made experience!
- Turn the captured beauty into eternity and create the most unique Penghu souvenirs with your own hands!
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[The first fish painting & fish observation & reuse of trash fish]
In the past, when there were no cameras, fishing enthusiasts would use fish tapes to record the fish they caught and keep them as souvenirs. Today, Gyotaku has evolved into an art form that is not limited to simple fish prints, but can also be combined with text, painting and aesthetic concepts to create creative works of art. Through this method, you can not only have a deeper understanding of the local fish species in Penghu, but also learn to use various methods to record their beautiful forms.
- Introduction to Gyotaku (30 minutes)
Why make Gyotaku? What’s the point of making Gyotaku? In this class, teachers will first introduce you to different types of fish. How to make the most perfect rubbings? After you have a preliminary understanding of Gyotaku, let’s practice it! Slowly find the feel through practice and try it in various ways, which may inspire different inspirations!
- Make your own Gyotaku rubbings! (40 minutes)
After you find your feel through practice and try various things, I believe you have mastered the basic Gyotaku techniques, and you can start to officially print the work you want!
It can be just a fish, or you can use different aesthetic concepts and painting techniques to create a happy scene of "fish" in the underwater world. I believe that every picture will be the most perfect work with your creativity!
Finally, don’t forget to add the finishing touches to the fish, and write down the names of Teacher Yu and yourself to record the day when you got a Gyotaku for the first time!
- Perfect ending! (20 minutes)
When the finished work is finished, it can be stamped with the exclusive signature "Every year there are fishes" while it is drying. It can then be put into a photo frame, take it home and hang it up, so that the most beautiful fish shadows can swim around your home!
Introduction to Gyotaku: The tour guide will introduce the development and evolution of Gyotaku so that you are no longer unfamiliar with this creation.
Introduction to Gyotaku: All the fish used in the experience are trash fish. Have you never heard of what trash fish is? It doesn't matter, the tour guide will definitely let you know.
Getting Started with Gyoto: Before gyoto, take the opportunity to observe the appearance of different fish and choose the fish you like!
Rubbing: Select the fish species and use a brush to ink the fish.
Rubbing: Cover it with rice paper and lightly print the body shape of the fish.
Rubbing: After the rubbing is completed, you can add various details and you can draw and create freely!
Perfect finishing touch: There are a variety of exclusive stamps with 鰪 every year, allowing you to mix and match your creations as you like.
Perfect ending: write down in the blank space to record the beautiful memories of the creative process
The perfect finishing touch: finally frame the work and you’re done!
Important Info
Reminders
This activity does not include transportation, please go to the designated location to gather by yourself.
Ink is used when making Gyotaku, so please wear dark clothes to avoid getting them dirty!
Please read the ordering and refund instructions carefully before ordering.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 4 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–3 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Penghu Yutuo Press offers a creative journey blending biology and art. Participants learn the traditional Japanese Gyotaku (fish rubbing) technique, directly using local Penghu fish and artistic materials to create their own unique prints. This hands-on activity allows you to transform marine life into a beautiful, personalized artwork, capturing the essence of Penghu's ocean culture. It's an immersive way to create lasting memories.
The ideal time to visit Penghu and enjoy the Yutuo Press experience is typically during the warmer months, from April to October. This period offers pleasant weather conditions, making travel around the islands comfortable and enhancing the overall enjoyment of island activities. While the experience itself is indoors, comfortable travel to and from the venue contributes to a better overall trip.
To reach Penghu from Taiwan, visitors primarily have two main transportation options. You can take a domestic flight from major cities such as Taipei (Songshan Airport), Taichung, or Kaohsiung directly to Penghu's Magong Airport. Alternatively, ferry services are available from Kaohsiung Port or Chiayi's Budai Port, offering a scenic sea journey to Penghu.
Absolutely. The Penghu Yutuo Press experience is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone, regardless of their artistic background or prior experience. Instructors provide clear, step-by-step guidance, making the process easy to learn and follow. The focus is on creative expression and personal engagement with the unique technique, ensuring a rewarding and fun hands-on activity for all participants.
The Penghu Yutuo Press stands out as a distinctive cultural activity because it uniquely integrates Penghu's rich marine life directly into artistic creation. By utilizing local fish to create detailed prints, participants produce a personalized, handmade souvenir that truly reflects the island's natural beauty and fishing heritage. It's a tangible memory of the ocean, handcrafted by you, making it far more meaningful than mass-produced items.
Visitors traveling to Penghu specifically from Chiayi can take a ferry from Budai Port in Chiayi to Magong Harbor in Penghu. This is a popular and direct sea route, with ferry services operating regularly, especially during peak travel seasons. The journey typically takes about 90 minutes. It offers a convenient and enjoyable way to reach the islands directly from the western coast of Taiwan.
The "Yutuo Press" refers to Gyotaku, a traditional Japanese method of fish printing. In this experience, participants apply ink or paint directly to a real, carefully prepared fish, then press it onto paper or fabric to create an exact, detailed impression of its form and texture. This process transforms actual marine specimens into unique artistic works, highlighting the intricate beauty of ocean creatures in a creative and engaging manner.
During the Penghu Yutuo Press activity, you can create a one-of-a-kind handmade souvenir in the form of a fish print. These prints capture the precise details of local Penghu marine life, offering a unique artistic representation. Each piece is personalized by your own efforts, making it a truly special memento that brings home memories of the ocean and your creative journey on Penghu.
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