Mya DeRyan is one of a precious few professional practitioners of the ancient Japanese art form of Gyotaku. Literally translated Gyotaku means "fish rubbing".

Through years of experimentation and self exploration Mya has developed innovative techniques and media that allow her to pull intricate detail from her subjects, while retaining the artistic expression that puts her work at the forefront of Gyotaku artistry.

With works hanging on the walls of fine art collectors world wide, and private commissions of their own trophy fish hanging on the walls  of sportfishermen, Mya's work has transcended the boundaries of traditional art. It serves not only as expressive and intricately crafted fine art, but as Gyotaku was first intended so long ago, documentary artwork of a fisherman's trophy. Some have called it a "wife approved" alternative to taxidermy.

" A fisherman can exaggerate, but a fish rubbing never lies..."

Please peruse the rest of Mya's site to view examples of her artwork, to glean a little of the history of Gyotaku, her methods, or the artist herself, or to learn about how to commission her to create a one off artwork of your trophy fish or even to explore the feng shui principles that surround the use of fish art in your home.

Mya believes she honors her fish subjects through this creative process and uses her art as an opportunity to contribute to preservation, restoration and conservation efforts...

Mya's talents were recently recognized by Canada's National Newspaper, "The Globe and Mail". Click the link to read the article "The obscure, high art form of Gyotaku rubs people the right way" by Mark Hume.

There are many original Fish Rubbings available through Mya's  Gallery in Kaslo British Columbia, as well as online. Mya also tours and exhibits her Gyotaku throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. Check back for show dates.

To order for Christmas, Please order by November 15th

To Order for Father's Day, please order by May 15th

To order for a Corporate or Birthday gift, please allow 6 weeks for delivery.