Short Course

Risography for Illustrators

Name: Hereford College of Arts
Price range: $

Duration

10 Weeks
Cost

£375
Tutor

Beth Izatt
When

Friday Afternoons

This risograph short course for illustrators explores the unique qualities of risograph printing, teaching techniques for creating vibrant, multi-layered prints. Participants will experiment with colour, texture, and composition to produce their own illustrated riso prints.

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Course Overview

This risograph short course is designed specifically for illustrators interested in exploring the distinctive qualities of risograph printing. Over the duration of the course, participants will learn the basics of the process, from creating digital artwork to preparing files for print.

Emphasizing vibrant colours, texture, and layering techniques, illustrators will experiment with multiple inks to create striking, one-of-a-kind prints. The course will cover essential topics such as risograph machine operation, paper selection, and printing techniques, with a focus on artistic expression and hands-on practice.

By the end, participants will have a portfolio of their own illustrated risograph prints which they will have the opportunity to sell at CMYK Festival in 2025.

What we do...

Example of risograph illustration student work. Red dogs on a pink background

An example of student work - A pink, yellow and black demon-like creature with a big smile and spirals for eyes.

A riso print inspired by a K-Pop band. The scene depicts a destroyed city with a zeppelin flying across a neon pink and orange sky.

An example of work by Nicholas Stevenson depicting Sappho holding a pen. The print is mostly using grey, gold and orange.

An example of student work. Two cats cuddling with Japanese writing down the side. It is a one-colour print in red.

An example of student work. A brightly coloured print of a lady waiting at a crossing on a colourful street full of plants and trees.

About the Tutor

Since graduating in 2021, Beth has worked as a freelance illustrator, specializing in digital collages made from handmade textures and found materials. Her work has been recognized in the AOI World Illustration Awards and Cheltenham Illustration Awards, and she has exhibited at the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists Print Prize Exhibition. Beth co-founded The Pencil Pot Club, offering art workshops and collaborating with clients like Birmingham Design Festival. Passionate about arts education, she incorporates play, collaboration, and skill-building in her teaching.

Venue, Dates, Times

Term starts on 17th January. There will be 10 sessions, and there will be a half term break on the week of 28th February. All session dates listed below: