︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO ︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO
︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO ︎TACO! PRINT STUDIO
The TACO! Print Studio is a risograph print and publishing facility with Artist Research Library that can be accessed by artists, groups and communities. The Studio provides resources for production and research and offers a programme of risograph workshops and independent access sessions.
Risograph is a unique form of printing that has similarities with photocopying and screen printing. It uses a machine called a risograph to make beautiful, layered images and graphics, using digital files and images.
Our Studio has a 2-drum Risograph machine with 4 inks, paper to purchase, cutting, folding and binding facilities. It includes a kitchen, wifi, and a soft seating area.
Risograph is a unique form of printing that has similarities with photocopying and screen printing. It uses a machine called a risograph to make beautiful, layered images and graphics, using digital files and images.
Our Studio has a 2-drum Risograph machine with 4 inks, paper to purchase, cutting, folding and binding facilities. It includes a kitchen, wifi, and a soft seating area.
For all studio enquiries please email riso@taco.org.uk.
OPEN ACCESS
The TACO! Print Studio is available to use by booking an Open Access Print session:
* See below to purchase a 1-year Associate Membership and receive discounts on bookings, ink, masters and paper.
** We offer a trust-based 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 for the paper, ink and materials you use is taken at the end of your session by card.
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 self-directed.
If you have no prior Risograph experience and would like to learn the essentials, see below to book an Introduction to Riso Workshop.
INDUCTIONS AND FIRST TIME USERS
On your first visit to the Studio, you will be required to undertake a 40-minute studio induction, and read and sign a Studio User Agreement. 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, see below to book an Introduction to Riso Workshop.
INTRODUCTION TO RISOGRAPH WORKSHOP
A 3-hour group workshop, where you will learn how to creatively use the risograph, with all materials included. 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. Open to people with no prior experience of risograph and people seeking a refresher. Book below:
GROUP & COMMUNITY BOOKINGS
We offer 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.
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%.
Payment for paper, ink and materials you use is taken by card at the end of your session.
OTHER AVAILABLE PRODUCTION FACILITIES
- 2-drum MZ1070 Risograph
- Laptop
- A3 Guillotine
- A0 cutting mats
- Blades
- Bone folder
- Saddle Stapler
- A3 tracing lightboxes
- Zebra TLP2844 thermal transfer sticker printer
These are available to use by booking via an Open Access session.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
Associates receive a discount of 30% on Open Access studio bookings, and 40% on 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 year
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
GUIDES AND RESOURCES
Here are some downloadable guides to help you make the most of your time at the Print Studio:
ACCESS INFORMATION
The Print Studio is located at:
TACO! Print Studio
30 Poplar Place
SE28 8BB
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
Accessibility information for the TACO! Print Studio can be found here. 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 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.
The TACO! Print Studio is made possible with the support of the Greenwich Neighbourhood Growth Fund in 2024. It was initiated by Natasha Bird, Tommy Brentnall and Chloe Cooper in 2025. Anya Gunn de Marcos helps run the studio as part of the TACO! Print Studio Student Placement 2026/27.
︎ Find us on Instagram at @taco_print_studio.