Adobe Basics & Blockmaking for Owner Builders (Live Workshop)
An intensive 2-day workshop focusing on adobe basics and blockmaking using low-cost equipment and strategies, ideal for owner builders. Hosted by Adobe in Action.
Taos, NM

Join Adobe in Action for an intensive two-day Owner Builder Support Workshop focused on the fundamentals of adobe construction and practical blockmaking skills.
This workshop is designed specifically for owner builders, emphasizing low-cost equipment and efficient strategies for success.
Workshop Details
- Dates: Saturday, June 14 & Sunday, June 15, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily
- Location: Taos, NM area (Specific location provided upon registration)
- Instructor: Issac Logsdon
- Cost: $250
- Credits: 2
- Capacity: Limited to 10 participants (due to site safety protocols)
What You’ll Learn
This hands-on workshop covers essential topics including:
- Safety protocols (respiratory and eye protection)
- Locating and testing suitable soils
- Understanding clay minerals and aggregates
- Essential tools and materials for blockmaking
- Efficient worksite and material organization
- Mud mixing techniques (wheelbarrow and barrel mixer)
- Using a 2-block form effectively
- Proper adobe block drying and storing methods
- Field testing adobe block strength
- Basic introduction to adobe wall construction (time permitting)
Registration
- Register Here: Adobe in Action Workshop Registration
Note: This workshop often sells out quickly due to limited capacity. Early registration is recommended.