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Hello. My name is Barry Singer. I have lived my entire life in Northeast Pennsylvania. Sometimes I am called the Fish Fanatic or GYOTAKU Artist. A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, I enjoyed a long career in advertising art, printing, and education. Now retired, I spend my time with family, fishing, gardening, reading, traveling, and of course making art. I am honored to share my art with you.
***GYOTAKU originated in Japan around 200 years ago. The word means fish rubbing.
The process is simple: Pigment is applied to a fish, and then paper (or cloth) is pressed against the fish. If done with a careful steady hand, the result is a beautiful, accurate mirror image. It was first done to document the size and variety of fish … It is now appreciated as an art form, many folks enjoy them more than a mounted trophy. The Japanese believe that they bring good luck and prosperity to anyone who hangs one in their home or business. Can't find a gift for someone who has everything? Difficult to shop for? Frame one of these. They don't have one and they'll love it.
Here is a short video about my work: (Copy and paste into your browser).
https://www.wnep.com/article/entertainment/places/on-the-pa-road/capturing-beauty-below-the-surface/523-f83dade3-fe74-44a1-a118-e2f0b4b13d3d
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Jennifer on May 7, 2024
5 out of 5 starsThe seller was absolutely amazing with keeping in communication with me about my order, and the print is beautiful!
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Tara on Jan 22, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful artwork with thorough description of art and artist as well. Even an additional postcard sized print came with. Highly recommend! 🐙
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juli on Jan 2, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAmazing work! This item was purchased as a gift and I will definitely be coming back for my own!
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Sign in with Apple user on May 7, 2024
5 out of 5 starsSo so amazing! The detail is impressive. I cannot wait to hang it in my guest room!
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kimberly on Apr 19, 2024
5 out of 5 starsBarry is a great artist and a good businessperson. I love the whale. There was a mixup (husband related) on the delivery, Barry jumped right in a took care of it. Very grateful.
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About fishfanatic
The lake and shore are my inspiration!
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Barry Singer
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator, Artist
At the drawing board again.
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Scranton Printing
Moosic, PA
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What if my order is stolen from my address?
All of my packages have tracking. I cannot be responsible for an item that has been stolen after it has been scanned as delivered to your address. I am always willing to track a package. Thanks for the order.
-Barry Singer