Clay Plaster Intensive with MudWorks

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Half-day intensive workshop learning clay plaster mixing and application techniques on real earthen structures in Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles

Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, CA

This half-day Clay Plaster Intensive is in partnership with Earthen Project LA and Chris Martinez of @indigenousfutures. Facilitated by Autumn Flower Creek of MudWorks, and hosted on a private property in Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles.

Through this hands-on workshop you will learn some of the basics of natural building and ways of identifying on-site soil for earthen walls. Each participant will get the chance to learn how to mix clay, sand, and straw to create plaster mixes, and then apply them directly onto an earthen home. We will be doing a mix of leveling coats and finish plasters.

What’s included

  • Opening discussion & lecture on natural building
  • Guidance on identifying clay soil materials on-site
  • Demonstrations on plaster mixing and application
  • A chance to use trowels and other traditional tools
  • Time to mix and apply onto a real structure with support from Flower

Event Details

  • Date: June 28, 2025 (Saturday)
  • Location: Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, CA
  • Instructor: Autumn Flower Creek of MudWorks
  • Cost: Sliding scale $100
  • Capacity: Limited to just SIX students

Workshop/Event Agenda

  • Opening discussion and lecture on natural building
  • On-site soil identification and clay material guidance
  • Plaster mixing demonstrations and hands-on practice
  • Traditional tool usage (trowels and other tools)
  • Real structure application with instructor support
  • Leveling coats and finish plaster techniques

What to Bring

  • Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
  • Water bottle
  • Optional: Work gloves

Registration

  • RSVP: Register here
  • Contact: Questions? Feel free to reach out through the website

Additional important information:

  • Spots are limited to just SIX students
  • Reservations are required
  • Limited scholarships available for Lincoln Heights locals & those directly affected by the LA fires
  • This is a hands-on workshop with real application on an earthen structure
  • Perfect for beginners to natural building

Organized by MudWorks in partnership with Earthen Project LA and Indigenous Futures.