New 2-Day Advanced Workshop announced!
Thursday and Friday October 15 & 16 2026
$175 | Register now while there is still availability!
New 2-Day Advanced Workshop announced!
Thursday and Friday October 15 & 16 2026
$175 | Register now while there is still availability!
Join our
hands-on workshops
Find a workshop to learn how to apply American Clay for your next project, or to just freshen up your skills.
Scroll below to learn more about each workshop and when they are scheduled
2-Day
Application Workshop
skill level:
Introductory- Advanced
Oct 15 & 16 | Albuquerque, NM
Thursday & Friday
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. each day with breakfast and lunch provided
Cost: $175.00
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Full payment is required at the time of registration. Register early as space is limited!
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Space is limited to 10 participants per workshop and a minimum of five is needed to hold the class.
Workshop Instructor: Croft Elsaesser, American Clay founder and CEO
Workshop Description: This is a hands-on, intense 2-Day workshop for homeowners, contractors, and anyone who would like to learn the techniques of installing American Clay Earth Plaster. We will cover:
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In depth review of American Clay products and application systems
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Wall surface (substrate) preparation
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Binder selections (Up & EZ!/PlasterPlus vs. Forte' vs. using no binder)
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Mixing of plaster, pigments and binders
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Base coat application
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Finish coat application
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Compression techniques
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Repair techniques
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Tips for working up against various edges and corners
This workshop will provide participants with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to proceed with a project of their own.
Discount for Participants: Workshop participants are entitled to a one-time 15% discount on orders through our manufacturing facility only (valid within 30 days of workshop date).
Refreshments: A light breakfast will be provided including: coffee, tea, donuts, bagels, and fruit. A full lunch will also be provided daily.
Cancellation Policy:
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Class sizes are small with a maximum of 10 participants so we encourage you to keep your commitment.
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We need a minimum of five participants to hold the class. If this minimum is not met we will re-schedule the class or refund your payment in full.
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If you must cancel or need to re-schedule we will work to re-schedule your training to another workshop date.
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Cancellations the week of the workshop or "no shows" will not be refunded.
Workshop Location:
American Clay Enterprises, LLC
*American Clay Showroom & Manufacturing Facility
2418 2nd Street SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Phone: 505-243-5300
Secondary Phone: 866-404-1634
To register for this class: Please call 1-866-404-1634 or email info@americanclay.com.
1-Day
Artistic Workshop
Skill level: Advanced
Not Scheduled
at this time
TBD | Albuquerque, NM
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with breakfast and lunch provided*
Cost: $100.00. Early registration: $75.00
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Full payment is required at the time of registration.
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Space is limited to 8 participants per workshop and a minimum of five is needed to hold the class.
Workshop Instructor: Croft Elsaesser, American Clay founder and CEO
Workshop Description: A class on the finishing techniques possible using American Clay plaster and associated products. Learn proper product mixes, techniques, and surface treatments to achieve artistic effects. Color blends, textural surfaces, imprints, stencils, and basic "color theory". In addition, we will talk about and use additives, wax, pigment washes, and lime wash for specific looks. Push the limits with this new knowledge to increase your offering with clay plasters.
Prerequisites: Hands-on, practical experience with American Clay is a requirement for the workshop. Participants without previous American Clay training will not be permitted to attend. There will be no time allotted for reviewing the basics of application techniques. Participants must have a prior working knowledge of plastering techniques. This workshop focuses on advanced artistic applications only.
Refreshments: A light breakfast will be provided including: coffee, tea, donuts, bagels, and fruit. A full lunch will also be provided daily.
Cancellation Policy:
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Class sizes are small with a maximum of 8 participants so we encourage you to keep your commitment.
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We need a minimum of five participants to hold the class. If this minimum is not met we will re-schedule the class or refund your payment in full.
-
If you must cancel or need to re-schedule we will work to re-schedule your training to another workshop date.
-
Cancellations the week of the workshop or "no shows" will not be refunded.
Workshop Location:
American Clay Enterprises, LLC
*American Clay Showroom & Manufacturing Facility
2418 2nd Street SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Phone: 505-243-5300
Secondary Phone: 866-404-1634
To register for this class: Please call 1-866-404-1634 or email info@americanclay.com.
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. each day with breakfast and lunch provided*
Cost: $100.00
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Full payment is required at the time of registration.
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Space is limited to 8 participants per workshop and a minimum of five is needed to hold the class.
Workshop Instructor: Croft Elsaesser, American Clay founder and CEO
Workshop Description: Using American Clay Earth Plasters with Lime Putty was developed for professional use only. It can be used by trained homeowners, however, because of the issues with color, repairability and the natural properties of lime, we recommend only trained installers work with Lime Putty. This workshop will cover both Lime Gauging (mixing Lime Putty directly into plaster) and Lime Washing (brushing Lime Putty over the top of plaster), and application techniques, including basic artistic effects achieved with Lime Putty.
Prerequisites: Hands-on, practical experience with American Clay is a requirement for the workshop. There will be no time allotted for reviewing the basics of application techniques. Participants must have a prior working knowledge of plastering techniques. This workshop focuses on advanced Lime Putty applications.
Refreshments: A light breakfast will be provided including: coffee, tea, donuts, bagels, and fruit. A full lunch will also be provided daily.
Cancellation Policy:
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Class sizes are small with a maximum of 8 participants so we encourage you to keep your commitment.
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We need a minimum of five participants to hold the class. If this minimum is not met we will re-schedule the class or refund your payment in full.
-
If you must cancel or need to re-schedule we will work to re-schedule your training to another workshop date.
-
Cancellations the week of the workshop or "no shows" will not be refunded.
Workshop Location:
American Clay Enterprises, LLC
*American Clay Showroom & Manufacturing Facility
2418 2nd Street SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Phone: 505-243-5300
Secondary Phone: 866-404-1634
To register for this class: Please call 1-866-404-1634 or email info@americanclay.com. Please note - the Lime Putty 2-Day Workshop is scheduled based on demand.
Not Scheduled
at this time
2-Day
Lime Putty Workshop
Skill level: Advanced
TBD | Albuquerque, NM