Dry Stone Walling & Artistic Stone Carving

Dry Stone Walling & Artistic Stone Carving is a hands-on course exploring the timeless craft of building and shaping stone using traditional techniques. Students will learn the fundamentals of dry stone wall construction, including stone selection, foundations, interlocking, and finishing methods that create strong, long-lasting walls without mortar.

The course also introduces artistic stone carving, focusing on working with hand tools to shape stone with intention and respect for its natural form. Emphasis is placed on reading the stone, understanding balance and texture, and integrating carved elements into functional or decorative work.

Ideal for builders, landscapers, and artists, this class blends practical construction skills with creative expression, giving students a solid foundation in one of the world’s oldest building traditions.