This workshop will be an experimental cabin using Cob as infill on angled, geodesic wall sections. Participants will learn to identify appropriate materials and proportionalities for creating strong and beautiful earthen structures. We will also cover fenestrations and the use of bottles and other colored glass to create the effect of stained-glass. (Click here for more details).
July 31-August 1: EarthBag Workshop $225
Instructor: Jessa Turner
This workshop is a simple garden wall that demonstrates EarthBag basics including sourcing of materials, design specifications, and filling, stacking, tamping, and mortaring of filled bags. We will also be incorporating fenestrations, arches, and decorative glass. (Click here for more details).
September 4-5 Natural Plasters $225
Instructor: Jessa Turner
In this course, participants will learn how to create and apply beautiful hand-finished clay plasters on a variety of wall surfaces. We will cover appropriate materials and ratios, mixing, pigmentation, and application, Students will be given the opportunity to add sculptural details to finished walls.
September 11-12: Natural Plasters $225
Instructor: Jessa Turner
In this course, participants will learn how to create and apply beautiful hand-finished clay plasters on a variety of wall surfaces. We will cover appropriate materials and ratios, mixing, pigmentation, and application, Students will be given the opportunity to add sculptural details to finished walls. This is a continuation of Natural Plasters I.
September 25: Diesel to Vegetable Oil Fuel Conversion $115
Instructor: Nathan Turner
In this workshop, participants will convert a diesel VW Jetta to run off Waste Vegetable Oil using a Greasecar Conversion kit. Students will perform all major operations in the assembly of a heated fuel system, including electrical wiring, fuel filter and tank installation, coolant plumbing, and controls. Partipants will also learn about collection and filtration of Waste Vegetable Oil. After the workshop, the car will be available for sale for $3500, including 100 gallons of grease. (Click here for more details).