SUNDAY, JULY 13

1 - 4 pm

50 Agnes St #209, Providence RI 02909

This three hour workshop is an introduction to printing risographs with digital imagery. We’ll talk about the basics of how the machines work, how they’re being used today, and look at examples from our collection. 

After a brief intention setting and conversation about the magic of risograph printing, you’ll be led through a demonstration on our riso EZ591s, Octavia and Dolly. We'll discuss specifics in class, but preliminary information about our machines can be found here. 

We’ll talk about the various ways of creating images for risograph printing and you’ll leave with an in depth handout. The studio has an 8.5 × 11 in scanner and black and white laser printer. Participants must come with their own personal laptop or tablet and any editing software they intend to use.

Everyone will create a single color print, up to 11 x 17 inches, and will receive 20 copies, as well as copies of everyone else’s prints. Students are able to choose from a variety of provided paper choices, or supply their own. 

Successful completion of the workshop provides participants with access to future open studio hours. 

One workshop spot has been set aside for one Black, Indigenous, or person of color who lives or works in the greater Providence area to attend free of charge. If this describes you, please email us. Patreon supporters at the Bay Leaf level or above can also attend free of charge.

The studio is on the second floor and accessible by both stairs and elevator.