Create your own Riso prints and learn the basics in a hands-on workshop.
Part I
About this event
Explore the art of Risograph printing in this engaging workshop at Cactus Club. Designed for beginners, this class offers a comprehensive introduction to Riso, a unique and vibrant printing method. Facilitators Diana Chu and Ben Grzenia, from BearBear, guide you through the process, ensuring you leave with both knowledge and your own set of prints.
The workshop provides all necessary materials, making it easy for anyone to jump in and start creating. Whether you're a budding artist or just curious about printmaking, this session is a great way to explore a new medium. With no prior experience required, it's an accessible and fun opportunity to learn something new.
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
Cost is $95 per ticket.
Who'll Be There
Beginners interested in printmaking, young adults and teens (ages 16 and up), individuals seeking a creative outlet or hobby, likely a mix of students, emerging artists, and community members interested in hands-on experiences.
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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