GYOTAKU pronounced (gee-oh-tah-koo) means "fish rubbing” in Japanese. Fish rubbing started in Japan about 200 years ago to record the size and shape of the fish caught.
Wet Paint Gallery is pleased to welcome Chuck Seaman, and his impressive body of original works.
Chuck Seaman spends his winters in Key West, and enjoys his summers in Long Island, NY. An avid fisherman, Chuck spent many years of his life owning commercial fishing vessels as well as a seafood company. His love of recreational fishing took him to many locations in the world while developing an appreciation for the individual beauty of each type of fish.
On a trip to Chinatown one day, he witnessed the art of Gyotaku for the first time. He was instantly mesmerized at the detail and intricate beauty of the works. Chuck spent many years perfecting his craft, and completed a mentorship with a top Gyotaku artist.
Chuck's work has been featured at several galleries in Key West and the Hamptons as well. Many Gyotaku artists make prints of their work, but in true Wet Paint Gallery fashion, Chuck only offers originals of his work.
Stop by the gallery soon or look for him in our online store, and see for yourself why Chuck's work is turning heads and flying off the shelves!