An all-analog Risograph workshop
Doors open at 6pm. Browse our zine library and print examples, and scope out your ink and paper colors. Instruction begins at 6:15pm sharp, so please be on time!
What is Risograph?
The Risograph is part screenprinter, part photocopier. It makes vibrant, colorful prints with a DIY look.
Workshop includes
- 20 prints (one or two colors), plus a few extras to trade with other attendees
- An intro to the Risograph and a look at example prints
- All art supplies: scissors, glue, paper, markers, crayons, pens and pencils
Inks: black, blue, yellow, fluorescent pink, grass, bright red, violet, orange, light lime
Papers: 4x6 110# cards · 8.5x11 white 65# cardstock and printer paper · 8.5x11 color printer paper · 11x17 80# cardstock and printer paper
Optional to bring
- Physical images to scan and collage, like photos, illustrations or magazine clippings (we can't print digital files)
- Favorite art supplies or fun paper
Bringing your own paper? It needs to be smooth and uncoated, no larger than 8.5 x 11, and between 46–210gsm. For secondhand supplies, we love SCRAP.
Capacity is 10 attendees.
Ticket policy
Refunds (minus processing fees) are available up to 72 hours before the event. After that, tickets can't be refunded but can be transferred. Just email us the new attendee's name. If fewer than 7 people sign up, we'll cancel 72 hours before and issue full refunds.
Friends & Neighbors is a phone-free space. Please don't take photos or videos during the event. Your presence is the present!
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Hosted by Friends & Neighbors, a creative gathering space and Risograph studio in the Inner Richmond
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Highlights
- 3 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
Friends & Neighbors
275 6th Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118
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Agenda
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Class begins: Intro to Risograph printer
We cover the basics on how it works, and share examples of Risograph prints
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Work on your design!
Create one or two masters, which are stencils created by the Risograph printer. Each master will represent one layer (or color) of your image. You can bring original graphics to scan directly into the Risograph or create images using art supplies. Once you complete your masters, select one to two colors you would like to print with, along with the paper. Designs should be completed by 8:30pm to allow time for printing.
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Time to print
Once you're done with your design, sign up for the printing queue. You'll print (20) copies, along with a few extra for you to trade with other attendees. After you've printed your work, feel free to hang out or continue with the rest of your day.