Create your own Risograph prints with expert guidance—no experience needed.
Part I
About this event
Riso Basics with BearBear offers a unique opportunity to explore the art of Risograph printing. This workshop, led by Diana Chu and Ben Grzenia, is perfect for those new to the medium. You'll learn the history and mechanics of Risograph machines and create your own two-color prints. With all materials provided, it's a hassle-free way to dive into printmaking.
The class is designed to be accessible, requiring no previous artistic or printmaking experience. Held at the Cactus Club, it's a creative and engaging way to spend your day, leaving you with a set of prints you designed yourself. Whether you're an aspiring artist or just curious, this workshop promises a rewarding experience.
From the organizer
RISO BASICS is a foundation-level workshop facilitated by Diana Chu and Ben Grzenia of BearBear (www.bearbear.co). This class is designed for beginners who want to understand what Risograph prints have to offer and how Risography translates visual information onto the page. Students leave with: A short history of Riso, a comprehensive understanding of how a one-color riso machine works, plus ten copies of a single two-color 11”x17” print that they design in class. We use analog media + the scanning bed to make our prints! Those with minimal Riso experience are encouraged to join. No artistic or printmaking background necessary. Recommended for ages 16 and up. All materials are provided, no preparation needed. Masks are currently optional but welcome. Minimum of 2 students to run the class. No refunds or exchanges.
Getting in
Tickets available online
Registration required — must sign up
Pricing details
Tickets for $95.
Who'll Be There
Expect a mix of local creatives, art students, and hobbyists. People are there to learn and share ideas, creating a supportive atmosphere for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
Library rules. Whispers and a calm body — this is not a talking-out-loud room.
Designed for 3–6 people. Good group-of-friends territory.
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