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[Cob] Earthen Plaster Basics Workshop Dec 4-5 Quail SpringsQuail Springs info at quailsprings.orgFri Nov 26 15:46:15 CST 2010
Earthen Plaster Basics Workshops with Paul Swenson, land steward and natural builder December 4-5, 2010: Space is available, inquire now! Let's get muddy! Experience the joy & beauty of Earthen Plasters... Learn the basics of identifying material, mixing, and applying earthen plasters. WHERE: Quail Springs Learning Oasis and Permaculture Farm in the Upper Cuyama Valley in Southern California (www.quailsprings.org) Who is this workshop for? This workshop is designed for anyone interested in learning the basics of earthen plastering through a hands-on approach. No experience necessary. And, those involved in conventional building & finish work who want to explore natural materials are welcome and encouraged. We're going to get our hands in the mud! What will the workshop offer? Learn by doing with guidance - the basics of identifying appropriate materials sourced from the earth as well as fibers and special additions to achieve various results. Our experiential learning will involve mixing of materials and the application of a base coat plaster to a straw bale house thus developing body memory & the feeling of natural plastering. We will also learn how to make cob, a versatile natural building material. Cost: $150 for a 2-day workshop, includes hands-on instruction, nourishing meals, and camping nearby. We look forward to sharing this experience with you! Paul Swenson practices land stewardship & natural building as one of the founding team at Quail Springs Permaculture Farm. He has intensively studied straw bale construction, earthen ovens, earthen floors, and earthen plasters with Justin Kirmse of Living Craft Project (www.livingcraftproject.org). $150 for 2-day workshop, includes hands-on instruction, catered meals. Early registration is advised. Contact: Kolmi at info at quailsprings.org or 805-886-7239 to learn more & register
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