Red Lionfish Art Print & Greeting Card by Gene Irvin (1934–2026)

Gene Irvin rendered the Red Lionfish in pure sepia — no color, just warm brown ink wash on cream, every venomous spine and striped fin captured in that distinctive fan-like silhouette. Dated May 2007, it’s one of the most elegant pieces in the marine collection, the monochromatic palette giving the lionfish a classical, natural history illustration quality.

The Red Lionfish (Pterois volitans) is native to the Indo-Pacific but has become one of the most destructive invasive species in the Atlantic — spreading through the Caribbean, the East Coast of the United States, and beyond. With no natural predators in these waters, populations have exploded. They are venomous, voracious, and extraordinarily beautiful — a combination that makes them one of the most compelling subjects in marine wildlife art.

Available in:

• 8×10 Giclée print
• Greeting card with envelope

Why collectors love it: The sepia treatment gives this Lionfish a timeless, museum-quality feel — it looks like something from a 19th-century naturalist’s sketchbook. A standout piece for marine enthusiasts, divers, and anyone drawn to the drama of venomous reef fish.

Shipping & Details: Ships from Arizona. Prints flat-packed. Greeting cards ship First Class. A lasting piece from the collected works of Gene Irvin (1934–2026).