Riso SF5450 printing a two-color gradient of Fluorescent Orange and Federal Blue.

We Are Risolana.

South Valley β€’ Albuquerque β€’ New Mexico

Risolana is a community risograph studio located in the South Valley.

Risolana operates in the front Casita of Partnership for Community Action’s Social Enterprise Center, located at 722 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. Enter the building through the back door.

Riso for Artists workshop led by co-founders Michael Lopez and Karl Orozco.

 

We see power in printmaking as a tool for community dialogue where personal and collective expression meet.

Risolana is Open!

Every Friday! 12 PM - 6 PM!
Check out the studio, ask questions on projects, see what’s possible!
20% Discount on printing, reserve your slot today!

What is a Risograph?

A risograph is a printer invented by the Riso Kagaku Corporation in Japan in the 80’s. The Risograph uses ink to produce vibrant digital prints with a uniquely handcrafted feel. Although originally marketed to corporations, schools, and churches for their efficiency and low cost, artists have recently used risographs to start small presses and DIY printmaking spaces. 

Artwork above by artist and musician Asenath LizΓ‘rraga.

Inspired by the New Mexican concept of la resolana*, our resolana is a two-page spread open to the sun.

*a south-facing wall where community members gather, share, and reflect

Risolana’s 2023 Annual Calendar, featuring artwork by artist Beedallo.

Our Mission

Risolana started in 2021 to fill the need for a publicly accessible risograph studio in the state of New Mexico. We prioritize empowering our community by teaching the process and uses of the risograph over simply providing printing services. We aim to:

  • Cultivate an artmaking space as accessible as the risograph itself

  • Establish a network of socially engaged artists and designers

  • Organize a printed archive of Albuquerque’s artistic and social movements

Looking to Print?

Artwork above by artist Carlos I. Gabaldon.

Color & Paper Options

The image features a black background with the word "Black" written in bold white letters.

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Text reading 'Federal Blue' on a dark blue wavy background.

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A stylized gold-colored banner with the words 'Flat Gold' in white text.

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Pink banner with white text that says 'Fluorescent Orange'.

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Bright pink background with the words "Fluorescent Pink" in large, bold, white text.

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Sunflower logo on a yellow background with a wave-like white border at the top.

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Pink background with the word 'scarlet' in white, bold letters.

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Blue background with the word "Cornflower" written in white, bold font.

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Green banner with the word 'Green' written on it.

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Light mauve background with white text that reads 'Light Mauve'

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Purple banner with the word 'Orchid' in white text.

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A graphic with a brown background and the word 'Brown' in white text.

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Risolana Artist-In-Residence 2026:

 

Join us for the book launch and exhibition of

The Official Player’s Strategy Guide to The Enchanted Circle
of Northern New Mexico

By Gage Fernandez
& Maddison Ortega

Date: Friday, November 20th

Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: Risolana

722 Isleta Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105

Free Event! Free Food and Drinks!

Somewhere between a field journal, a secrets tome, and a magical compendium, The Official Player's Strategy Guide to the Enchanted Circle is exactly what it sounds like: a player's guide β€” but for the high desert of New Mexico. Inside you'll find hand-drawn maps, native plant studies, a bestiary, recipes to trade, and quests that coax you into the obscure. Creators Gage Fernandez and Madison Ortega grew up wandering Taos’ montes together, messing with tourists, traversing mesas, and filling sketchbooks. They envisioned a way of sharing their stories, blending the mystical and the all too real experiences of life in a rural community rooted in history, nature, and shaped by a tapestry of perspectives. Many seasons were spent collecting and curating the contents of this book. The result is a guidebook for the newly arrived adventurer and the seasoned local. It's an invitation to reimagine the familiar and perhaps tap into something deeper, if you can.

You can pre-order your copy of the guide by clicking here!

 

Gage Fernandez

Gage Fernadez hails from Taos, NM. A multi-talented artist, Fernandez's creative endeavors range from tattooing, illustration, graphic design, screen-printing, crafts, and many other such things. They find  inspiration in the fantastical, in the mystical, and all things strange.

Fernandez has been creating art their entire life, always finding solace in sketchbook pages. Self-taught in every regard until They struck out for Tacoma, Washington, to complete a two-year tattoo apprenticeship. They are now home again, have a sun-filled tattoo studio, and are brimming with inspiration and passion for all things art!

Instagram: @goblin.gage

 

Madison Ortega

Madison Ortega,  a multidisciplinary artist,  weaves together food, art, and community to create immersive experiences. Growing up in an artist community such as Taos, Ortega developed a deep appreciation for the intersection of culture, cuisine, and creativity. After years in the food industry, they  felt burnt out and lost touch with their  creative side. It wasn't until they  started their own business and started prioritizing their creative eye, that they found their way back to art as a way of life.

As Ortega’s creative journey evolved, they began to merge their skills, collaborating with magazines, curating culinary exhibits, and bringing their thoughts to life through food styling, painting, and writing. Through their work, Ortega celebrates the beauty of food, community, and creative expression. Ortega is constantly seeking new ways to push boundaries and craft experiences that are visually stunning, thought-provoking, and engaging.

Instagram: @mood.bake.baby

Our Services

  • A man with glasses and a grey shirt holding a colorful informational poster about nutritional values and community food locations.

    Studio Access

    We invite community members to come to our space and get hands on experience with the risograph themselves.

  • Two people wearing masks looking at papers on a table in a room with wooden walls and furniture.

    In-person Consultation

    We provide one-on-one consultations with those who need design or printing support.

  • Desk covered with various art prints, sketches, and books, including a prominent poster with the text 'risolano.'

    Workshops

    We host regular workshops for the community to introduce others to digital and analog processes.

Like our work?

Artwork above by artist Vicente Telles.

The Gallery