Introduction to Risograph
This hybrid workshop will be held in two parts:
April 5, 6-8pm: online via Zoom
April 12, 6-9pm: in-person at The Printing Museum
All times are US/Central time zone
Are you curious about the risograph? This course offers a basic overview of this fantastically accessible machine and its many functions, as well as personalized instruction to meet your project goals. Whether you’re interested in making zines, hand drawn prints, or photographic work – all levels and ideas are encouraged.
In this hybrid workshop, the first class will meet online over Zoom to go over where risography fits into the history of printmaking, go over the process, and discuss your project goals. The second class will meet in-person for hands-on instruction to complete your print edition.
Successful completion of the class certifies students to reserve the Risograph during Open Studio (learn more).
Levels: All experience levels welcome. No Riso experience necessary.
Registration Fee: $125, including Riso inks, stencils, and paper.
Members receive a 10% discount. Become a member today! Members must log in to activate the discount. If you don’t have a login, please contact us at info[at]printingmuseum.org.
Materials: for the first week (meeting online), all you’re required to have is access to Zoom. During that meeting the instructor will discuss what optional materials you may want to bring to the in-person studio session the following week, such as larger paper or paper for experimentation; 8.5 x 11 printer paper is provided.
Equipment: The Printing Museum has a MZ 790 U (two drum Risograph, up to 11×17 sheet); available colors include medium blue, sunflower, fluorescent pink, and black.
Location: the first workshop session will meet online via Zoom; the following week’s session will meet in person at The Printing Museum’s NEW location (3121 San Jacinto St).
Cancellations and refund requests must be made a minimum of three days (72 hours) prior to the first class date, by calling (713) 522-4652.
About the instructor: Chelsea Clarke is a recent graduate of the University of Kentucky in Lexington, where she investigated the intersections of various media such as print, fibers, ceramics, and drawing. Her conceptual practice mirrors this multidisciplinary approach as it focuses on discrete yet intertwining identities and their effect on her daily life. She attended undergraduate at Virginia Commonwealth University where she also finished a post-Baccalaureate degree in Nonprofit Management, which she plans to use in order to found a radically accessible artist residency. As a Houston native, she is thrilled to return to her hometown and become a part of Texas’ vibrant artistic community.
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