Introduction to Creating Illustrations for Risograph Printing
A course by Olivia Fields , Illustrator
Learn how to translate your creative and artistic illustrations into risograph printing.
Learn how to translate your creative and artistic illustrations into risograph printing.
Welcome to an exciting journey into the vibrant world of Risograph illustrations. Join renowned illustrator Olivia Fields as she guides you through the process of creating stunning and unique artwork using the Risograph printing technique.
In this online course, you'll learn how to adapt your own designs into captivating Risograph illustrations, from conceptualization to the final printed piece. Explore the history of Risograph, experiment with colors and overlapping, understand the importance of negative space, and master the process of color separation.
By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the skills to confidently create multicolor images that reflect your personal style and vision.
What will you learn in this online course?
19 lessons & 35 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (16)
- 1,347 students
- 19 lessons (1h 50m)
- 35 additional resources (13 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe Photoshop
ProcreateWhat is this course's project?
The course project invites you to unleash your creativity and design a multicolor image for a print or poster. With Olivia's guidance, you'll choose a theme that resonates with you and create an illustration that showcases your unique style.
By applying the techniques and principles learned throughout the course, you'll craft a vibrant and captivating artwork that reflects your artistic vision.
Who is this online course for?
This course is perfect for artists, illustrators, and creatives who are eager to experiment with colors and explore the exciting world of Risograph illustrations. If you're passionate about printmaking, eager to enhance your understanding of color, and ready to create visually stunning artwork that stands out.
Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your artistic horizons or an experienced illustrator seeking to add a new technique to your repertoire, Olivia Fields offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.
Requirements and materials
To fully participate in this course, you'll need basic drawing materials or a digital drawing program. Olivia will be using Procreate and Photoshop for her final project, but you're free to choose the tools that suit you best.
Additionally, an open mind, a love for colors, and a desire to explore new artistic techniques are essential. Get ready to embark on a creative adventure and bring your imagination to life with vibrant Risograph illustrations.
Reviews
A course by Olivia Fields
Olivia Fields is an accomplished illustrator and cartoonist based in Brooklyn, New York. With a focus on editorial illustration and a keen interest in printmaking, Olivia has gained recognition for her vibrant and captivating artwork. Her illustrations have been featured by prestigious clients such as Google, The New York Times, Cartoon Network, and Xbox.
Olivia's love for printmaking, especially Risograph, has led her to explore and experiment with this unique technique, resulting in stunning and visually striking illustrations. Her expertise and passion for sharing knowledge make her the perfect guide for aspiring artists eager to delve into the world of Risograph illustrations.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The First Steps
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What Is Risograph Printing?
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Making Your Mark
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Gathering Inspiration
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Sketching Out the Illustration
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Defining the Line
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U3
Color Consciousness
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Picking the Colors
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Color Blocking: Planning Ahead
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Color Separation: Thinking in Layers
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Coloring Tips: Overprint, Knockout, and Trapping
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A Lack of Color: Utilizing Negative Space
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U4
Print Preparation
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Setting up the File
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Basic Printing Terminology and Applications
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Final Print Formatting
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U5
Printing and Sharing Your Work
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Getting a Risograph Printer Ready
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A Warning for Perfectionists
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Having Fun with the Process
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Sharing Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Creating illustrations for Risograph Printing
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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dretime
Amazing course! I'm happy to be able to learn from Olivia!
sugumeilustracion
Maravilloso curso, me está encantando!
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amanda.e.ho
Great course! Very easy to follow.
kalil_cohen
This included tons of amazing resources to download, and also you get to see a lot of time saving tips too. I learned a lot and saved a lot of time in teaching myself some of what was explained so well!
franoliveira
Plusótimo curso.
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