Sugar Kelp Gyotaku

A4 Sugar Kelp Print – Gyotaku-Inspired Marine Wall Art
Size: A4 (approx. 21 x 29 cm) | Paper: Handmade Thai Mulberry | Edges: Hand-torn | Ink: Sumi

This hand-pulled sugar kelp print captures the texture and intricate detail of the sugar kelp collected from the Menai Strait, Anglesey, during an exceptionally low tide. With guidance from a marine biologist at Bangor’s School of Ocean Sciences, the sugar kelp was gathered at the precise location and timing when it is accessible, ensuring authenticity and connection to place.

At this A4 scale, the print transforms the kelp into an abstract study of texture rather than a literal specimen. The ridged surface, folds, and channels of the kelp create a rich, tactile impression in sumi ink, heightened by the handmade Thai Mulberry paper and layered Masa paper backing. Each print is hand-torn and individually created, making every piece unique.

This work continues a quiet exploration of material, place, and close observation.

Key Features:

• Original Gyotaku-inspired sugar kelp print

• A4 size on handmade Thai Mulberry paper with layered Masa backing

• Hand-pulled using sumi ink

• Unique hand-torn edges, float mounting recommended

• Free UK shipping

• Direct contact for questions welcomed