We produce all kinds of printed matter such as posters, art prints, postcards, zines, booklets, and exhibition catalogues.
Visual identity for Konstkollo at Konstlek på Råby
designed by Tiny Karlsson Savci (2025)
designed by Tiny Karlsson Savci (2025)
Visual identity for Studio Kapellet,
designed by Maryam Fanni (2025)
designed by Maryam Fanni (2025)
Services
Riso Printing
We create a wide range of printed works, including posters, art prints, postcards, zines, booklets, and exhibition catalogues.
We create a wide range of printed works, including posters, art prints, postcards, zines, booklets, and exhibition catalogues.
File-Set Up
Unsure if your files are ready for print? We’ve got you covered. From the first concept to layout, imposition, color separation, and pre-press, we provide guidance and support at every stage of the process.
Unsure if your files are ready for print? We’ve got you covered. From the first concept to layout, imposition, color separation, and pre-press, we provide guidance and support at every stage of the process.
Workshops
We offer workshops for both individuals and teams—see what’s currently available under Courses and Team Days.
We also create custom workshops and courses, and we’re always happy to hear your ideas and suggestions.
We offer workshops for both individuals and teams—see what’s currently available under Courses and Team Days.
We also create custom workshops and courses, and we’re always happy to hear your ideas and suggestions.
Pricing for Riso Printing
To provide an accurate cost estimate, please answer the following questions and email us:
- What kind of printed matter is it? Zine, postcard, poster, publication, something else?
- What is the size of your print?
- How many copies?
- How many inks/colours?
- What kind of paper would you like to use?
- Any finishing options? (cutting, folding, binding, trimming)
If you’re new to design software or unsure about print setup, we offer file-preparation support billed by the hour. You can also book a free 15-minute consultation—online or in the studio—to discuss the best approach for your project.
We’re happy to collaborate from the earliest stages of your idea. If you’re applying for funding, we can provide an official letter of collaboration to include with your grant application.
designed by Roby Redgrave (2024)
What is Risography?
Riso printing is a stencil-based, eco-friendly printing process that combines the look of screen printing with the speed and convenience of digital duplication to produce vibrant, textured prints.
Riso printing is ideal for any project which values bold, vibrant colors, a tactile handmade aesthetic, and the charm of slight imperfections. This could be menu cards, posters, invitations, greeting cards, art prints, zines, publications, folders – or anything else!
Riso is most cost-effective for print runs of 50–5,000 copies, though we can also produce smaller editions from 20.
Our inks
Color is at the heart of riso printing, bringing each print layer to life through unique, richly pigmented inks that can be overlaid to create unexpected tones and striking visual effects. Fantasy Printhouse has 8 riso inks in stock:
︎ Purple
︎ Cornflower Blue
︎ Yellow
︎ Fluorescent Orange
︎ Brown
︎ Green
︎ Red
︎ Black
Color Separation & File Delivery
Part of the magic of RISO lies in the layering and creative use of colors, as well as adjusting opacity to make the most of single colors.
With RISO inks, the idea that “less is more” often rings true. Using just 1–2 colors can create striking effects, while 3–4 colors can expand the range and even approach a CMYK-like quality for photo-realistic prints.
Send us your artwork as greyscale PDFs (300 dpi or preferably 600 dpi).
Each print color layer must be delivered as a separate file in greyscale.
Send us a full color PDF preview of your artwork for reference.
Check out this video for a tutorial on how to set up your files and use color separation in Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator.
Paper
A risograph printer can print on uncoated paper between 80 and 300 gsm. We stock a range of high-quality papers from Munken to Arena, and can order custom papers for your project if it fits within your timeline. You’re also welcome to supply your own paper, provided it’s uncoated and within the suitable weight range.
The maximum print area is 291 × 413 mm (slightly smaller than A3). The maximum paper size is A3 (297 × 420 mm).
Why only uncoated paper? Riso ink is soy-based and needs to absorb into the fibres of the paper to adhere properly. Coated papers have a thin plastic layer that prevents absorption, causing smudging or poor coverage. Recycled papers can sometimes pose similar issues if they contain plastic fragments, and tracing paper is also unsuitable for this reason.
Binding
Fantasy Printhouse offers a variety of binding and finishing options, including side and top staples, rounded corners, folding and trimming services, and custom touches that give your project a professional finish.