Ritmo Studio is a printshop that produces artwork, designs prints and fashion, and facilitate workshops.
Designs and Fashion
Our designs are made from carved linoleum block prints powered by dance. For larger editions and quantities we use silkscreen. We buy from local fabric sources and vintage fashion for our limited edition and one of a kind fashion collection. Fall’21 launch coming soon.
Workshop Methodology
During Ritmo Workshops, participants gather to create tapestries collectively by impressing linocut images onto fabric through pressure applied by the movement of the human body, as well as the power of dance set to music.
Each participant takes home a tapestry made from linoleum blocks engraved with Ariel Foster's designs. The work in play at Ritmo was developed through the span of multiple interviews Foster held with various people about the ways that they understand their unique national identities, and the values specific to their native cultures.
These conversations are treads that make up the cultural fabric in a globalized world of transnational identities.
Ritmo Studios was established in 2016 as a nomadic shop and has held residencies in studio spaces and was hosted by various events and venues including the National Gallery of Art, Baltimore Youth Arts and Roots and Raíces.
Workshop Testimonials
“Had a wonderful time creating really fun art! Ariel was personal and perfect for an experience like this! I would definitely do this again and recommend to anyone looking for something fun, different and interactive!”
“Fantastic experience. Ariel is knowledgeable, warm and made us feel right at home. We even left with our own original art made by dance!”
“This experience was very unique and interesting for me. Ariel was very helpful and knowledgeable about what she is passionate about. I felt like it was easy to follow her instructions and I got into it thanks to her guidance. Thank you Ariel for introducing me to this art!”
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