This set of 25 relief sculptures celebrates Gig Harbor, Washington’s rich fishing history, specifically the purse seiners, the type of fishing boat used by the Ancich family for generations and is still in use today.

The main purse seiner is shown heading out towards the horizon, with a small skiff pulling out and setting the net.

The net is set in a circular pattern and this resulting curtain is then ‘pursed’ closed at the bottom to capture the fish.

On the sidelines are other salmon nervously watching the action and opportunistic seagulls looking for a snack. A harbor seal is watching and perhaps hoping for a meal of fresh salmon.

All sculptures are stainless steel except “Frederick” the seal, which is stainless steel and bronze.