Digital Drawing for Risograph Bootcamp

Learn how to turn your digital illustrations into vibrant Risograph prints in this four-session bootcamp. Over four evenings, you'll learn how to prepare digital files for Riso, use the Risograph printer, and create both two-color and multi-color prints from start to finish.

Schedule

• Session 1: Wednesday, August 12 • 6:00–8:00 PM
• Session 2: Friday, August 14 • 6:00–8:00 PM
• Session 3: Wednesday, August 19 • 6:00–8:00 PM
• Session 4: Friday, August 21 • 6:00–8:00 PM

By the end of the bootcamp, you'll have a collection of finished prints and the skills to confidently create your own Risograph-ready artwork.

1: Designing for Risograph

Learn how to create digital files for Risograph printing, including layers and color separations. We'll also look at inspiring examples from artists working with Riso before you begin designing.

Session 2: First Prints

Learn the basics of using the Risograph printer, print practice pages, and begin creating your two-color print.

Session 3: Two-Color Print

Complete your two-color print, participate in a group critique, and start designing a three- or four-color print.

Session 4: Final Prints & Celebration

Print your final artwork, share your work during a group critique, and celebrate the end of the bootcamp with a wine sip.

Students will be eligible for printer rentals after taking this workshop.