Learn stonemasonry with Drystone Joe !

Stonemasonry Artist Residencies:

I lead artist residencies in K-12 schools, using stonemasonry to explore math, science, art, social studies, and language arts. In addition, I create lesson plans specific to the needs of students and teachers. As a result, students and staff learn stonemasonry while building permanent educational stonework on school grounds while I am in residence. I earned my teacher license for grades 6-12 social studies at the University of North Carolina in 2011. I earned my bachelors degree in Appalachian studies at Berea College in 1999.

Drystone Masonry Manual:

In 2019, I completed writing and photographing a manual about drystone masonry. It covers stone types, building methods, types and use of tools, specific projects, estimating, safety, and more. I sell it at my workshops, artist residencies, presentations, online, and also booth events. If you are interested to learn stonemasonry from a book, this is it!

Stonemasonry Resources to Learn Stonemasonry:

I suggest you look at books, magazines, videos and more on my list of stonemasonry resources  if you would like to learn from different types of media.

Stonemasonry Videos to Learn Stonemasonry:

My Youtube videos are another way I teach stonemasonry.  Watch a short DIY video about how to build a drystone retaining wall, or how to repair stonemasonry patios. Students of mine also made a funny, animated DIY video on drystone arch construction.

Stonemasonry Vocational Training to Learn Stonemasonry:

Another education I provide is vocational training. Landscape architects and builders who want to learn best practices in the craft are my students. I develop educational plans for the skill levels and goals of learners. These classes I teach online, at community colleges, technical schools, and while on project sites. I earned my master’s degree in vocational education at the University of Kentucky in 2001.

Stonemasonry DIY Workshops to Learn Stonemasonry:

I offer stonemasonry workshops at non-profit sites so we may repair or build new stonework. Most workshops are fee-based. As a result, learners pay for instruction and materials in order to learn stonemasonry. 10 learners in a workshop is best due to space. Workshops range from 1 day to 2 weeks. I earned instructor certification from the Dry Stone Walling Association (DSWA) in 2001. In 2016, I completed DSWA instructor recertification at The Stone Trust in Vermont.

Contact Drystone Joe:

Contact me so we may discuss stonemasonry presentations, stonemasonry artist residencies, or stonemasonry workshops. Call me at (505) 470-8642 or complete the form below.