︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO ︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO
︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO ︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO
The TACO! Print Studio is a risographic print and publishing facility with workshop space and Artist Research Library that can be accessed and used by artists, groups and communities for publishing and print based projects.
It provides print and binding services, skills workshops, and facilities for creative production and research.
The Studio provides facilities for creative production and research and runs a programme of Riso-based workshops. It includes a kitchen, wifi, and a soft seating area.
Riso is unique form of printing that has similarities with both photocopying and screen printing. It uses a machine called a Risograph to make beautiful, layered images and graphics, using digital files and images.
The Studio includes a 2-drum Risograph machine with a selection of ink colours, paper to purchase, cutting, folding and binding facilities.
Below on this page is a Studio Guide for how to access and use the studio. Please read the guide before booking a print session.
It provides print and binding services, skills workshops, and facilities for creative production and research.
The Studio provides facilities for creative production and research and runs a programme of Riso-based workshops. It includes a kitchen, wifi, and a soft seating area.
Riso is unique form of printing that has similarities with both photocopying and screen printing. It uses a machine called a Risograph to make beautiful, layered images and graphics, using digital files and images.
The Studio includes a 2-drum Risograph machine with a selection of ink colours, paper to purchase, cutting, folding and binding facilities.
Below on this page is a Studio Guide for how to access and use the studio. Please read the guide before booking a print session.
For all studio enquiries please email riso@taco.org.uk
HOW TO ACCESS THE STUDIO
The TACO! Print Studio is located at:
30 Poplar Place
Thamesmead
SE28 8BB
The TACO! Print Studio is available to use by booking an Open Access Print session. We host Open Access around 3-4 times per month, and you can all check upcoming slots on the Studio Calendar.
OPEN ACCESS
- Open Access Standard - £40
* We offer a concession rate with a 30% discount for students, unemployed and unwaged people.
Open Access sessions can accommodate 3 print slots from 10am-6pm. We limit studio numbers to ensure all users can make the most of the studio and its resources.
Users are guaranteed a 2.5h risograph print slot, and can also make use of the rest of the space and facilities before and after their print slot to realise their project, prepare artwork files, or test prints and paper. You may be able to use the risograph for longer depending on other users that day.
Payment is to be made by card at the end of the session. You pay for the paper, ink and materials you use (* see Paper, Ink & Masters costs).
Open Access sessions are supervised by an experienced studio Keyholder, who is responsible for giving you a short induction to our space and our risograph, and is on hand for technical support. Open Access sessions are largely self-directed. If you have no prior Risograph experience and would like to learn the essentials, we offer a monthly Introduction to Riso Workshop.
Sessions are priced per person. However, duos working on the same project/artwork are welcome under one booking. If you are more than two people, please get in touch before booking.
INDUCTIONS AND FIRST TIME USERS
We ask that all studio users sign a Studio User Agreement. During your first visit to the Studio, you will be required to undertake a short Studio Induction. The induction is focused on how to navigate the studio and provides a brief introduction to our specific Risograph machine and how to use it safely.
If you have no prior Risograph experience and would like to learn the essentials, we offer a monthly Introduction to Riso Workshop.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
Associates receive a discount of 30% on Open Access studio bookings, paper, ink and masters. If you use the studio regularly, we recommend that you become an Associate, making savings on the standard cost.
- Associate membership - £40 per annum
Associates can also book studio sessions in bundles, making further savings on the standard cost.
- Associate Studio Session x 1 - £28
- Associate Studio Session x 5 - £125
- Associate Studio Session x 10 - £200
To become an Associate Member please apply here.
INTRODUCTION TO RISOGRAPH WORKSHOPS
If you are new to Risograph printing, we offer a range of workshops led by experienced artists.
We run regular Introduction to Riso Workshops every month. These are 2.5 hour group workshops where you can learn how to creatively use the risograph. The workshop is open to both people with no prior experience of risograph and people seeking a refresher. We will begin by exploring how a risograph printer works, and look at artworks and publications made using the machine. We will then develop our own two-layered designs using a mixture of drawing and collage. Each participant will design and print their artwork, and take home create 10x two-colour A3 or A4 prints.
The workshop costs £40 per person, and you can book your place here.
GUIDES AND RESOURCES
Here are some downloadable Riso Print Guides to help you get the most out of your time in the print studio.
- Open Access, Associate Membership and Materials costs
- General Guide to Riso Printing
- How to Print from a Digital File for Riso Printing
- How to Print to Riso from a Scanner or your own Laptop
- TACO! Colour Swatch
PAPER, INK & MASTERS COSTS
We stock a selection of A4 and A3 paper, with varying prices. Prices here are based on Standard Open Access, associates receive a discount of 30%.
- Paper, Ink & Masters costs
STUDIO KEYHOLDERS
Keyholders are a key part of the Print Studio community. They lead the development of the studio, design and deliver paid workshops, and help run the managment of the studio.
Keyholders pay £63 pcm with a minimum 6-month commitment.
Keyholders receive the following benefits:
- Bookable unsupervised access to the studio up to 6 days a week.
- Purchase of ink, paper and masters at cost.
- Use of the studio desk spaces, resource library and kitchen
You must be a regular studio user to become a Keyholder and committed to helping run the studio as a community and resource.
To enquire about becoming a Keyholder please email riso@taco.org.uk.
GROUP AND COMMUNITY BOOKINGS
We offer Introduction to Risograph workshops, group projects and days out.If you want to know more about what is possible at the studio, book a session, or are a community group who wants to access the Studio for a project, please contact us at riso@taco.org.uk.
AVAILABLE PRODUCTION FACILITIES
2-drum MZ1070 Risograph
A3 Guillotine
A0 cutting mats
Blades
Bone folder
Saddle Stapler
A3 tracing lightboxes
Zebra TLP2844 sticker printer
ACCESS INFORMATION
The Print Studio is located at:
TACO!
30 Poplar Place
SE28 8BB
Accessibility information for the Print Studio can be found here.
There is free parking on the street outside.
The studio has:
- A kitchen with kettle, toaster and microwave. You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
- A soft seating area, tables, desk space and chairs
- Free WiFi
- TACO! Artist Research Library
If you have any questions or ways in which we could make your visit more comfortable please email riso@taco.org.uk.
GIVE THE GIFT OF RISO
You can now gift vouchers for access to the TACO! Print Studio. We’ll create a personalised riso-printed card to let your recipient know you’ve got them a present. Find more information and buy TACO! Print Studio Gift Vouchers here.
The TACO! Print Studio is made possible with the support of the Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth Fund.
Find us on Instagram at @taco_print_studio.