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Intro to Natural Building

Discover Natural Building and Mindful Movement.

Intro to Natural Building

Discover Natural Building and Mindful Movement.

Event Details

Where

Ojai

Guided by

Sage Stoneman

Time

01:00pm - 05:00pm

When

December 15, 2024

Spots Left

15

Length

4 hrs

Ticket Price:

$947
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About Sage Stoneman

Sage Stoneman is a multidisciplinary artist, natural builder and designer, co-counselor, and student of advaita vedanta (an ancient hindu philosophy of non-dualism). he believes that learning how to build a home with local and natural materials is a fundamental step towards liberation of all people.

After studying with the legendary Sun Ray Kelley, he has travelled the country designing and building sculptural cob homes and teaching workshops. he refers to his work as HOMB (womb-home, or housing/healing opportunities making beauty) and believes that the art of building a home for oneself is a therapeutic practice of returning to our source.

Objective

Step into the world of natural building in our immersive 4-hour workshop. Learn to identify native clay and master the art of mixing and sculpting with cob. This unique experience combines body-awareness, nature immersion, and artistic expression, along with meditation and improvisational play, to help you connect with the present moment, acquire valuable skills, and create community

What's included

  • Nature Meditation: Begin the workshop with a calming meditation session to connect with nature.
  • Natural Building Basics: Learn the fundamentals of natural building, including how to identify native clay and mix and sculpt with cob.
  • Hands-On Experience: Get muddy and apply your new skills in a practical, hands-on session.
  • Campfire Council Circle: End the workshop with a reflective campfire council circle to share and reflect on your experiences.
  • Optional Dinner: Bring your own veggies, meat, and drinks to grill over the fire and enjoy a communal dinner together.

What to bring

  • Refillable Water Bottle: We have good well water available for drinking.
  • Change of Clothes: Bring clothes that can get wet and muddy (swim shorts are recommended).
  • Towel: For drying off after getting muddy.
  • Snacks: To keep your energy up during the workshop.
  • Grill Items: Veggies, meat, or drinks if you plan to stay for dinner and grill over the fire.