Sea State: Gyotaku and the Evolution of Observational Data

350 Commercial Street,Portland ME 04101

07 July, 2022

Description

An interactive event featuring GMRI Research Scientist, Dr. Graham Serwood, and Maine artist, Nate Garrett. GMRI Research Scientist, Dr. Graham Sherwood, along with local Maine artist, Nate Garrett, will host an interactive experience on the practice of documenting marine species over time. Nate will share the history of Gyotaku, the Japanese practice of recording fish dating to the mid-1800s, and how prints are made, while Graham will share how scientists are painting their own picture of marine life in the ocean using environmental DNA (eDNA). Participants will create their own Gyotaku print at this family-friendly event. About the Speakers: Dr. Graham Sherwood, GMRI Research ScientistNate Garret, Commissioned and licensed artist, presenter, and instructor Dive Deeper... Follow Nate on Instagram @BigFishGyotakuLearn more about GMRI & Dr. Graham Sherwood's work to validate the use of eDNA in marine fisheries assessments Thank you to Our Event Sponsor: