Introduction to Adobe – 1/2-Day Intensive

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DateOct 18, 2026
Time12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
LocationPioneertown, California
FormatIn Person
Event TypeWorkshop
TopicAdobe
Experience LevelAll Levels
Price$99
Pricing / Registration NotesWorkshop tuition is $99. This half-day, in-person workshop is eligible for Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD) credit. Please see the official event page for current registration and availability.

About This Event

This half-day field workshop provides a hands-on introduction to adobe construction. Participants will explore the fundamentals of working with adobe, from selecting and preparing soil to making blocks and learning basic construction techniques.

What You’ll Learn

Topics include soil selection and testing, water resistance and stabilization, adobe forms, making adobe blocks, gravel garden wall foundations, and adobe brick-laying techniques.

 

Organizer & Instructor

Organizer: Adobe is Not Software

Instructors: Ben Loescher and Lucy Lloyd

Please verify event details: Dates, pricing, availability, and registration information may change. Please confirm current details with the organizer before making plans.

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