Concrete Carving Workshop Schedule 2024

The workshop season for 2025 was a big turnaround from the previous year. The two Spring workshops in Florida were great. My return to the Art and Design Society in Fort Walton Beach was, as usual, casual and fun with new and familiar students. Then east to Lighthouse Art Center in Tequesta, FL for the first time. A small but enthusiastic group at a well run and functional facility.

Then in late June a trip west to Sedona Art Center, Arizona–Sonoran Desert Museum in Tucson and Camp V in Vancorum, CO. The workshops were all full and I am delighted to be invited back. In late October there was an attempt to return to Lighthouse and also do the Society of American Mosaic Artists' Summit in Orlando, but enrollment was low and both had to be canceled.

For 2026 I am returning to some locations from last year and adding new places as well. This will be a busy year. As the schedule began to take shape it became evident that there would be two separate workshop circuits.

In April as my departure date approached the erratic fluctuation and rise in the price of gasoline along with other factors caused me to cancel the two Arizona workshops. This was not an easy decision. Fortunately the Sedona Art Center was able to reschedule for August.

The Workshop Procedure page gives details of the workshop. The Concrete Carving Workshop Gallery has group photos of previous workshops and this link shows all past workshop locations.

Contact – elder@sandpudding.com Or the location links below for details.

This workshop season has been challenging. After much planning and travel anticipation the western workshops did not come together enough to justify the trip.

The roller coaster gas prices played a big part in my decision to cancel the trip. A decision not made lightly as it did disappoint those that signed up and myself as well. That choice turned out to be the right decision as what would have initially been a break even trip would have in the end been a big loss.

The workshop in Biloxi did not get enough people to go, but we will likely try again next year. The workshop in Huntsville was nearly full and the facility was outstanding. Shakerag in Sewanee was a unique experience with enthusiastic people in a five day workshop. And the workshop in Highlands was small but we had a wonderful time.

After the failed early trip to Arizona, Sedona Art Center was willing to reschedule and Wichita was a last minute addition that would make the trip worthwhile. Although SAC got a good group together, Wichita came up empty and Vancorum with zero and Telluride with only one forced me to cancel once again.

Entering into late summer gasoline prices soared and became even more erratic which was some solace, but still a bummer, that I had made the right decision.

As of this update I am hopeing to return to Florida for the last workshop of the season. Campground reservations have been made and gas prices are still high and fluctuating. If there are enough people signed up to justify the trip I will head south.

The workshop finishes up on my 78th birthday. My plan is to keep doing workshops until I am 80. The spirit is willing and the body says, "sure buster whatever you think". More later.

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Concrete Carving Workshop Schedule 2026
The workshop season for 2025 was a big turnaround from the previous year. The two Spring workshops in Florida were great. My return to the Art and Design Society in Fort Walton Beach was, as usual, casual and fun with new and familiar students. Then east to Lighthouse Art Center in Tequesta, FL for the first time. A small but enthusiastic group at a well run and functional facility. Then in late June a trip west to Sedona Art Center, Arizona–Sonoran Desert Museum in Tucson and Camp V in Vancorum, CO. The workshops were all full and I am delighted to be invited back. In late October there was an attempt to return to Lighthouse and also do the Society of American Mosaic Artists' Summit in Orlando, but enrollment was low and both had to be canceled. For 2026 I am returning to some locations from last year and adding new places as well. This will be a busy year. As the schedule began to take shape it became evident that there would be two separate workshop circuits. In April as my departure date approached the erratic fluctuation and rise in the price of gasoline along with other factors caused me to cancel the two Arizona workshops. This was not an easy decision. Fortunately the Sedona Art Center was able to reschedule for August. The Workshop Procedure page gives details of the workshop. The Concrete Carving Workshop Gallery has group photos of previous workshops and this link shows all past workshop locations. Contact – elder@sandpudding.com Or the location links below for details.
This workshop season has been challenging. After much planning and travel anticipation the western workshops did not come together enough to justify the trip. The roller coaster gas prices played a big part in my decision to cancel the trip. A decision not made lightly as it did disappoint those that signed up and myself as well. That choice turned out to be the right decision as what would have initially been a break even trip would have in the end been a big loss.
May 8 – 10, Tucson, AZ – Arizona – Sonora Desert Museum Canceled I am excited about teaching at ASDM. My mentor, the late Jack Hastings, has some pieces he made in the 1970's in the gardens so I feel a connection to the place through his work. The link will take you to the workshop sign up page. What I offer is a little different from the wide variety of wonderful activities they provide. I hope it is received well. May 18 – 20, Sedona, AZ – Sedona Arts Center Rescheduled I will be teaching at this fine art center for the second time. Last year there was a full workshop and the facility is excellent for that purpose.
The workshop in Biloxi did not get enough people to go, but we will likely try again next year. The workshop in Huntsville was nearly full and the facility was outstanding. Shakerag in Sewanee was a unique experience with enthusiastic people in a five day workshop. And the workshop in Highlands was small but we had a wonderful time.
May 29 – 31 Biloxi, MS – Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art Canceled As I was headed west in 2024 I decided to drop down off of Interstate 10 and drive along the coast. As I drove down Hwy 90 in Biloxi the unique architecture of Frank O. Gehry grabbed my attention. I stopped in and shortly the wheels for a workshop were set in motion. For more info on the workshop go here. June 5 – 7, Huntsville, AL – Huntsville Museum of Art Such a fine institution. I am honored to be included among their few offerings. Workshop details are here. June 14 – 20 – Sewannee, TN – Shakerag When I was a member of the Tennessee Association of Craft Artist I learned about Shakerag. Now, many years later I am delighted to be invited to teach in this week long workshop. It will likely be a double workshop. Workshop details are here. Also, it is on the Cumberland Plateau which is the place of my ancestry. July 28 – 30 – Highlands, NC – The Bascom. It has been ten years since I have had a workshop at this fine Art Center. I cherish being able to travel, teach, visit and camp in the natural wonders of this nation. But for too long I have neglected to connect with this wonderful location only fifteen miles from my home. It is nice to be back.
After the failed early trip to Arizona, Sedona Art Center was willing to reschedule and Wichita was a last minute addition that would make the trip worthwhile. Although SAC got a good group together, Wichita came up empty and Vancorum with zero and Telluride with only one forced me to cancel once again. Entering into late summer gasoline prices soared and became even more erratic which was some solace, but still a bummer, that I had made the right decision.
August 11 – 13 – Wichita, KS – Mark Arts I return to Wichita for my fifth workshop with this late addition to the workshop circuit. August 28 – 30, Sedona, AZ – Sedona Arts Center I will be teaching at this fine art center for the second time. Last year there was a full workshop and the facility is excellent for that purpose. September 9 – 12, Telluride, CO – Ahhaa School for the Arts. In 2025 I was in contact with the educator at this preeminent art center but scheduling prevented me from making a second trip west for a single workshop. After the Camp V workshop this past July I visited Ahhaa, saw the space and met some clay students. It is really nice to be invited to teach here. September pending – Vancorum, CO – Camp V Shortly after Aahaa I will be returning to Camp V.
As of this update I am hopeing to return to Florida for the last workshop of the season. Campground reservations have been made and gas prices are still high and fluctuating. If there are enough people signed up to justify the trip I will head south. The workshop finishes up on my 78th birthday. My plan is to keep doing workshops until I am 80. The spirit is willing and the body says, "sure buster whatever you think". More later.
October 23-25 – Tequesta, FL – Lighthouse Art Center This art center is one of my new favorite places for a workshop. A well managed facility with recent studio upgrades and a laid back atmosphere.
Other Concrete in 2026
Bell Buckle, TN – Sherri Art Studio For those wanting a different concrete experience the workshops that Sherri Warner Hunter offers are the tops. They fill up fast.

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