[Cob] Re: Coblist Digest, Vol 3, Issue 54

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Hi there folks, particularly WOMEN!
 
There is going to be a fine retreat in Michigan this weekend, and we would  
love a few more to join us.  Price is half off, and scholarships/worktrades  
are also available. So don't let money keep you away. 
 
 
Sculpting Sacred Space ~  A Women’s Weekend Retreat 
Hand-Sculpted Space is  possible!  In this nourishing rural  setting, you 
will have the opportunity to explore how natural materials can be  used to 
beautifully shape interior and exterior spaces. Imagine sculpting a  niche, rounded 
corner or arched doorway.  We will be spending some time in the Strawbale 
Studio, an enchanting  thatched roof, sculptural building made of natural 
materials.  This “Place for the Soul”, constructed  primarily by 4 woman, with the 
help of many other, is an inspiring example of  creating a sense of reverence.  
During the Retreat you will have a chance to shape a model or sculpture  out 
of an earthen mix - - which you can take home with you. Both indoor and  
outdoor space will be explored, and the group will collaboratively create a  space 
together.  There will also be  time for reflection, walks in the woods, or 
conversations.  You are invited to bring words, images,  music or objects which 
represent the sacred, or remind you of the kind of spaces  and places you would 
like to have in your life.   
Appropriate for the home-dweller, the artist or interior designer and the  
curious!   
Weekend: $160/$140*.  Discounts for 2 or more.  Includes  Friday Evening 
Slideshow, tour of the thatched-roof Strawbale Studio, all  materials, all meals 
(vegetarian) & simple lodging.  Friday Evening Slideshow only: $15.  $50 
deposit due 2 weeks in advance.  * Discount if paid in full 2 weeks in  advance.   
Background of the  presenter:  Deanne Bednar is the co-designer/builder of 
the Strawbale Studio, a sculptural,  thatched roof structure with strawbale 
walls & earthen plasters.  She is an art & sustainability  educator who has 
illustrated 3 books on natural building including The  Hand-Sculpted House & The 
Natural Plaster  Book. 
August 19 -  24 
"Sculpting Sacred Space ~  A Women’s Intensive Workshop  
This  5-day in-depth experience includes the Friday through Sunday Weekend 
Retreat  listed above plus deeper  exploration into the materials and 
possibilities! It also includes a personal  consultation on how you can apply these 
techniques to your own spaces, and a  copy of The Hand-Sculpted House Book 
illustrated by the presenter  ($35 value).  
In-depth  Workshop: $300/$250* Discounts for 2 or more.  *Early Bird 
Discount: prepaid in full 2  weeks in advance.