Connecting people, culture and nature

Workshops

Bill and Athena Steen have been conducting workshops since 1990.
Their combined building, research and artistic expertise creates a balanced and unique learning experience.

  • BaleLift-SB

    Strawbale Comprehensive

    April 14-21, 2012

    A week-long course on how to build and design an artistic strawbale building, with emphasis on clay.

  • MandalaCropped-France

    Artistry with Clay & Lime

    April 28 - May 5, 2012

    Earth and Lime Plasters, Decorative Sculpting and Carved Plasters, Earth Floors, Clay Furniture, Clay & Lime Moldings, Natural Paints

  • Estonia-Workshop

    Private Classes,
    Off-Site Workshops,
    & Consultation

    Want to host a workshop?
    Need help figuring out a mix using your local clay?
    Want to have someone check over your plans?
    We are available.

  • Chrysler Building from Bryant Park 5019-2-Edit

    iPhone Photography

    December 2-4, 2011

    Artistic iPhone Photography
    Taught by Dan Burkholder in the historic Sonora River Valley in the town of Banamichi.

  • Carving.Slovakia-Workshop

    Europe Tour 2011

    Denmark Aug.20-24
    Finland Sept.1-6
    France Sept.14-19
    Basque Country  Sept.26-Oct.1