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Description: During this two-session workshop, participants will learn the basic history, operations, limitations and considerations to account for when making art prints on a Risograph Duplicator. The first session will focus on learning the history & significance of the press and how the machines function. Students will view digital and physical examples of Risograph prints and books. From there students will plan their own project to be completed throughout the remainder of the workshop.
Students are encouraged to create their images and color-separations through both traditional and/or digital mediums. Collage material and other traditional mark making tools will be provided, and time will be allotted in the workshop for students to create their images during the course.
Project ideas for this class include a small edition of prints, or a small book project. Students will be encouraged to work with limited color palettes (2-3 color prints).
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Level: Beginner, Ages 16+
Risograph printing is very beginner-friendly, no knowledge of printmaking is required for the course but it is encouraged. The only course prerequisites are a general knowledge of art and design.
Please note: Registration for this class will close on Saturday, March 7 at midnight.
Supply Fee Includes:
- RZ390 Risograph Duplicator
- 10qty color drums: Bright Red, Fluo. Pink, Yellow, Sunflower Yellow, Kelly Green, Smoky Teal, Mint, Cornflower Blue, Chicago Blue, Black
- 1-2qty master stencil rolls
- Various paper and cardstock options for printing
- Paper cutters for finishing
- Collage Material
- Light Table
- Risograph print samples & resources
Students should bring:
- Sketchbook, water bottle, snack and lunch
About the Artist: Devyn Park & Sarah Week are two visual artists living and practicing art in their hometown, Kailua-Kona Hawaiʻi. Devyn and Sarah own and operate their own Risograph and Screen Printing studio, Pencil Urchin Press. Devyn obtained her BFA in Illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design in 2015, and her MFA in Print Media at the Pacific Northwest College of Art in 2019. Sarah obtained her BFA in Animation at the Academy of Art University in 2014. Devyn has assisted with teaching classes at the Donkey Mill Art Center with their Youth Art Program, the Rhode Island School of Design, and Pacific Northwest college design in their 2D Design Foundations. Sarah has taught community art classes with Arts for Hearts, and currently teaches art at Full Life Hawaiʻi. Both Devyn and Sarah have also taught multiple Risograph workshops at Honolulu Printmakers.
About Our Programs: As a place of convergence, the Mill serves as both a community and a physical place–celebrating the power of the arts, bringing people, ideas and perspectives together. We are proud to offer adult and youth programs that focus on awareness of one’s individuality in the contexts of family, community and the natural world. Our exhibitions provide a space to reflect, share perspectives and grow as a community. Our classes & workshops are designed to inspire creativity, foster connections, and provide enriching experiences for all participants. We invite you to join us in the studio.
