[Cob] Earthen Finishes Workshop - Landers, California | March 2-4

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Hello all, a quick and hopefully not unwanted note about an upcoming
workshop that we are hosting on Earthen Finishes: adobeisnotsoftware
[1]is pleased to have Kurt Gardella [2] return to California for
three days of intensive instruction in interior and exterior earthen
finish practices. Kurt developed much of the online curriculum for
Northern New Mexico College’s adobe program, and has great
expertise in both adobe construction and earthen plasters and
finishes. Attendees will leave the class with knowledge of how to mix
and apply earthen and lime plasters, lime washes and casein paints -
the class is suitable for both building professionals and
do-it-your-selfers. Topics include:  
    *Finish selection for conventional and earthen buildings 
    *Soil and Material Selection, Sourcing and Testing 
    *Vapor Permeability, Water Resistance and Stabilization 
    *Tools and Application Techniques 
    *Application around Doors, Windows and Other Openings 
    *Pigments, and Finishing 
    *Detailing 
    *Conventional and Traditional Plaster Reinforcing Techniques 
    *Code considerations
	Instruction Type:
 This is a hands-on class. Attendees will have the opportunity to get
dirty and use tools and equipment typical of adobe construction. Due
to the course format, enrollment will be limited to 14 individuals.
Children under the age of 14 unfortunately cannot be accommodated. In
the unlikely event of inclement weather, instruction will occur
indoors. 

	Instructors:
 Kurt Gardella teaches adobe construction at Northern New Mexico
College, is Director of Education for Adobe in Action [3], and is
certified as an earth-building specialist by the German Dachverband
Lehm [4]. 
 Ben Loescher is a licensed architect, founder of adobeisnotsoftware
[5] and principal of golem|la. 

	Location:
 The class will be conducted about 12 miles outside of Joshua Tree
National Park in Landers, California, some 40 miles from Palm
Springs. Joshua Tree and the surrounding area have a wealth of great
hiking, climbing, lodging and food options. Directions to the
workshop site will be provided to attendees prior to the class. 

	Registration:
 The cost for the three day workshop is $190/person. Coffee and
nibbles will be provided at the beginning of the day; lunch is
included.  This event is expected to sell out - prior registration is
required.  Register here:
http://adobeisnotsoftwarefinishes.eventbrite.com/ [6] 

	Questions?:
 Please do not hesitate to contact Ben at office (at) g-o-l-e-m.com
or (760) 278-1134.


Links:
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[1] http://adobeisnotsoftware.com/
[2] http://www.kurtgardella.com/
[3] http://www.adobeinaction.org/
[4] http://www.earthbuilding.info/index_gb.html
[5] http://adobeisnotsoftware.com/
[6] http://adobeisnotsoftwarefinishes.eventbrite.com/