Introduction to Creating Illustrations for Risograph Printing

Introduction to Creating illustrations for Risograph Printing

“And with that, we have made it to the end of this course. Thank you so much for spending this time with me learning more about the Riso process and myself. I would also like to thank Domestika for the opportunity and for providing me with the tools to make this course the best it could possibly be. This is my first time teaching, and it has been such a wonderful experience! I hope the information in this course has provided clarity and sparked excitement to try Risograph for yourself if you are new to the process. It may seem overwhelming at first, but it becomes easier with practice. Once you find a groove that works for you, the rest comes naturally! As you proceed, don't be afraid to experiment. The lessons in this course are here to support you. Likewise, be sure to make the process all your own! I talked about how easy it is for Risograph to adapt to different mediums and discussed how different artists approach the process. My course project stemmed from my personal interests and lived experiences. Incorporating who you are and what you enjoy should be central to your art-making. As a reminder, I have summarized the main steps you should follow to complete your project. Sketch Out the Illustration Decide what you would like to draw and start to sketch out some ideas.

Choose the Color Palette Once you pick a sketch to finalize, pick your color palette before you begin. Reference a color chart while you work to plan out how your colors will interact together. Develop the Line Art Refine your sketch and finalize the linework. Use your rough sketch as a guide and consider your mark-making at this stage. Should it be clean or messy? What feeling would you like to evoke with your illustration overall? Apply Color to Your Linework Ensure your colors are separated from one another as you develop your illustration. The more layers you use to break down the components of each color, the easier they will be to adjust! Check the Layers Once you have completely colored your illustration, double-check each layer. Are your colors properly trapped? Do you have any stray marks that need to be erased? Did you accidentally color a certain area on the wrong layer? Once your project is ready, upload it to the forum. You can do so by clicking on "Create your project". Remember to share both the final result and the steps that have led you to it. It would be great if you showed a picture of each step and added a brief explanation about what you have done in each one. I also encourage you to take part and interact with other students in the Domestika community. It's always beneficial to connect with other creatives who may offer a different perspective and potentially inform your own process. I'm super excited to see your concepts take shape as you share your inspirations, sketches, and projects in the forum as well. If you ever have any questions or concerns, I will be here to answer them and provide feedback to you as soon as I can. Your patience is sincerely appreciated as I respond! All the best to you and your future endeavors. Have fun, and I look forward to seeing you in the forum! Olivia ♥ ”

Partial transcription of the video

“Well, we have reached the end of this course on creating illustrations for risograph printing. I can hardly believe it. My goal for this course was to pass along a little bit of the excitement that this process makes me feel, and to provide insight based on my own experiences over the years. I know it can be a little confusing at first, but the payoff of seeing your work come together in the end is extremely rewarding and satisfying. So whether you're an experienced printer or just beginning your RISO journey, I hope these lessons have provided a clear guideline to support your own approach...”

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Course summary for: Introduction to Creating Illustrations for Risograph Printing

• Level: Beginner
• 100% positive reviews (16)
• 1574 students
• 5 units
• 19 lessons (1h 50m)
• 13 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Illustration

• Software

  Adobe Photoshop, Procreate

• Areas

  Arts & Crafts, Digital Illustration, Printing