Workshop from Tashkeel Entitled: RISO Faux CMYK Printing
Applicant criteria
- No specific age required
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Tashkeel is pleased to announce the launch of a workshop entitled; RISO Faux CMYK Printing, which will provide participants with a unique opportunity to learn how to print full-color photographs, illustrations, and designs with the faux CMYK riso printing method. The session will also cover how the risograph machine works and on how to properly register prints, a crucial step when printing with the CMYK method. This method is ideal for printing full-color photographs, scanned artwork, and colorful digital illustrations. So, take this opportunity to participate and learn more about the Risograph printer.
Workshop Schedule :
- Date: 11 & 18 July 2024
- Time: 6 - 9 pm
About the Trainer:
Born in Riyadh City, Ibrahim Zaki is an aspiring Arab artist and calligrapher. He studied Graphic Design in Al Najah University, one of the leading Fine Arts universities in Palestine. He started his career working as a Graphic Designer in advertising agencies in Palestine, he then moved to the UAE in 2013 to pursue bigger challenges, joining Tashkeel in 2016. His passion for calligraphy was inherited from his father who is a renowned calligrapher. Ibrahim has mastered many notable Arabic fonts such as Al Wissam, Al Ruqa’a, Al Thuluth, and many more. He is the Senior Graphic Designer at Tashkeel by day and an Arabic Calligrapher by night with many notable works in his portfolio.
Benefits
- Learn to separate your image into 4 color layers, showcasing the color blending capabilities of layering risograph inks.
- Learn how the risograph machine works and on how to properly register prints.
- Use concepts of CMYK printing and "riso-ify" them to work with the unique ink colors Riso has to offer.
- Experiment and explore unusual color combinations.
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Eligibility criteria
You must follow the following criteria:
- This class is tailored for those eager to explore the fundamentals of digital design for RISO printing.
- You are required to bring your laptops with Photoshop installed and your own digital artwork or photograph.
- This program is available to (15) participants.
- Location: Tashkeel Makerspace - Alserkal Avenue (Warehouse 89).
- Fees: AED 395.00 (+VAT).
Please note that fees are non-refundable.
About Tashkeel:
Established in Dubai in 2008 by Lateefa bint Maktoum, a community of creatives with access to facilities and studio spaces to refine their skills, undertake collaborations and pursue professional careers. Tashkeel seeks to provide a nurturing environment for the growth of contemporary art and design practices rooted in the UAE. Operating on an open membership model, Tashkeel’s annual program of training, residencies, workshops, talks, exhibitions, international collaborations, and publications aims to further practitioner development, public engagement, lifelong learning, and the creative and cultural industries.
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