Mark Smith Fish Art - "Rainbow Trout" Original Gyotaku 6'8" the year before Jim retired

the year before Jim retired and was a piece of classic design that reflected the exacting standards of its namesake

Appears to have been lawn cast only

My usual varnish job

The dark agate line guide insert however does have a few cracks but can be replaced of course

so he bought one :-)

Mark Smith Fish Art - "Rainbow Trout" Original Gyotaku 6'8" the year before Jim retiredFor sale here is an original Gyotaku (fish rubbing) by artist Mark Smith "Rainbow Trout". It measures 24 x 18" and comes unframed. See here for his main collection page here on Vintage Fly Tackle. Mark W. Smith, or "Smitty", has guided fly fisherman on the Henry's Fork for over 25 years. His observations on the water are the mainstream of his visual expression. "I like to go outside each day and look for something special."