Riso Pop is a small printing studio in Amsterdam run by Aafke Mertens.
It offers workshops, courses and collaborations.

Welcome to the colourful world of Risograph Printing!

Riso Pop is a space that offers the chance to learn about this printing technique and explore its possibilities, in a friendly and cozy environment.

Get to know what is this machine called risograph, join a workshop or visit the blog and read about the latest adventures at the studio!

What is a Risograph?

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Workshops & More

Curious about how this retro-looking machine works? Check out the upcoming workshops, or book a private workshop for your friends or colleagues!

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Printing

Would you like to come and print at the studio or maybe you have an idea for a collaboration? Check out the new Printing Session options!

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The Pop Shop!

Looking forward to decorate your home with beautiful prints? Or maybe you are looking for a gift? Browse through the Pop Shop! I regularly rotate/add new works!

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Learn more about the studio adventures,
Riso projects and more in our blog!

Featured

Spring Open Studio - The highlights

Let’s look back at our spring Open Studio and riso exhibition “A window into spring” with over 100 artists showcased on our wall! Read more about this fun day here.

Japan Blog - Part III - The RIR riso event (Day 2)

On this post we look back at the 2nd day of the RIR Riso event! A relaxed and open day at Risogura. This quaint studio, nestled near Nato City, welcomed visitors to embrace the 'slow design' philosophy of Kyoko Takeshita, also known as Toetiee.

Japan Blog - Part II - The RIR Riso Event (Day 1)

My journey through Japan continued with the RIR Riso event, where I participated as a guest studio. A two-day celebration of creativity and Risograph printing hosted by Risgura and Ishibiki Public.

Japan Blog - Part I - Kyoto & Osaka

Riso Pop in Japan! Join me in this small series of blog posts looking back at my latest trip to the birthplace of Riso! In this first chapter, I travel to Osaka and Kyoto to visit JAM and Handsaw Press Kyoto.

Making a comic with riso - Summer Intern Emma

Emma, who was an intern last year, shares with us how the riso comic ‘Alfhild The Shieldmaiden’ came to be. A great insight for those starting out with riso comic zines!

Monotype Meets Riso - With Peter Hinrichs

Our first collaborative workshop of the year was a great success! Two days of playing wuith two printing techinques: monotype and risograph printing. Participants were able to have fun experimenting and the results were fantastic. Read more about this week on the full post.