Print & Pride

Print has long been at the heart of social movements, giving communities the tools to share stories, amplify voices and inspire change.

To celebrate Dumfries Pride 2026, join us for three weekly sessions at the Print House as we uncover the art of risograph printing. Together we'll create everything from activist posters and queer zines to bold graphic prints, learning the riso process from first ideas to finished editions.

Whether you're interested in creative activism, self-expression or simply trying something new, come and print with us.

We encourage everyone to attend all three weeks if they can, as each session will dive a little deeper into the Riso process, giving you the fullest experience. That said, if you can’t make all three weeks, no worries at all, you’re still very welcome to join us!

Pride & Print is three weeks of making, experimenting and getting a little obsessed with Riso, created with D&G’s LGBTQ+ community in mind. Queer, questioning, ally or simply coming along with a pal - you’re welcome.

Important Info:

• Spaces are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis
• Age restriction: 14+ 
• If you sign up but can no longer attend, please let us know ASAP so we can offer your space to someone else.

What is risograph printing?

Risograph (or ‘riso’) is an unpredictable print process that sits somewhere between screen printing and photocopying. It uses bright soy-based inks and a stencil-based method to produce bold, textured, layered prints with a beautifully handmade feel.

Each colour is printed one or two layers at a time – meaning happy accidents, weird overlaps, and slight misregistrations are all part of the charm. It’s fast, affordable, eco-conscious, and ideal for posters, zines, flyers, art prints, comics, and more.

Riso is loved for its vibrant colours that can’t be replicated through digital means, low-fi textures, and its power to turn the ordinary into something full of life and energy.