Learn stone masonry with Drystone Joe !

Stone Masonry Artist Residencies:

I lead artist residencies in K-12 schools, using stone masonry 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 stone masonry 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 stone masonry from a book, this is it!

Stone Masonry Resources:

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

Stone Masonry Videos:

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

Stone Masonry Vocational Training:

Another education I provide is vocational training. Landscape architects and builders who want to learn stone masonry best practices 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.

Stone Masonry DIY Workshops:

I offer stone masonry 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 stone masonry. 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 stone masonry presentations, stone masonry artist residencies, or stone masonry workshops. Call me at (505) 470-8642 or complete the form below.