Spring Chromatography Workshop - March 21-23, 2025
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Join us for a hands-on demonstration of soil chromatography techniques.
What is Chromatography?
Chromatography is a way of taking a "photograph" of the invisible dynamics at work in soil samples. Rather than relying purely on quantifiable data, chromatography is situated squarely in the realm of aesthetic perception.
Soil chromatography is simple enough to do in your own kitchen, and affordable enough for almost anyone to do it. Soil chromatography relies on the human being and our personal relationship to these pictures.
The pictures produced from soil or compost (called "chromas") can be analyzed for soil organic matter (SOM), enzyme diversity, and overall integration. Some practitioners read these images on a subtler level, looking for signs of etheric vitality and astral dynamism.
Like learning a musical instrument or developing a feeling for art, "reading" these pictures requires practice. It is about developing an inner aesthetic eye. The first step is doing it yourself, so we invite you to join us at the JPI farm from March 21-23, 2025.
Can I make chromas of my own soil?
Yes. Each participant may ship samples at least two weeks before March 21st, so we have time to develop the images. They take several days to finish developing, so for us to share our samples together, they need to be sent well in advance of our gathering together.
If you are unable to submit samples (or do not wish to do so), you may still attend the workshop. When collecting samples, please gather from twelve (12) different spots and combine the samples together. Send 10 grams of dried material (whether compost or soil) per sample. Limit two samples per attendee. To dry the material, do not expose to direct sunlight and do not heat over 120F. Above 120F, enzymes rapidly break down, and a major part of chromatography is revealing the dynamics of enzymes. Label your combined 10g sample(s) clearly and mail the samples to the address indicated on the event page.
Participants must both purchase a ticket and mail their samples to us at least two weeks before the event itself. We will make chromas of your samples in advance of the workshop, so the results can be compared and discussed with the group. Chromatography takes time, patience, and resources to develop.
Where to ship samples: Samples must arrive by March 6th. If you are unable to make this deadline, you may still attend the workshop. No attendee is required to submit a soil or compost sample, but every attended who does submit samples will be given laminated chromas of their samples to take home with them.
Ship 10g per sample (dried compost or dried soil), limit two (2) samples per attendee. Label each sample clearly! Give your full name as well.
Stewart Lundy
PO BOX 538
Accomac, VA 23301
Accommodations: Lodging is available nearby in Floyd, VA. Free camping is available on the JPI farm.
Work Comp: Those who opt for a work comp are expected to show up early to help set up, actively participate in assisting the workshop, and also stay late to clean up after the workshop. After the workshop, 50% will be refunded upon request in appreciation for your assistance. Those who wish to focus more on active listening will likely not prefer this option, though there is a lot to be learned by doing.
Location:
The Josephine Porter Institute
652 Thompson Road SE
Floyd Virginia
24091 United States
Schedule:
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Friday March 21st, 2025
Arrival 3pm-4:30pm.
? Farm tour at Riverstone from 4:30-5:30pm.
Opening Ceremonies 5:30-6:30pm
Dinner 6:30-8:00pm
Bonfire Conversations 8:00pm. -
Saturday March 22nd, 2025
Light Breakfast 8am-9:30am.
Beginning Practical Chromatography 9:30am-12:00am
Break 12:00-12:30pm
Lunch 12:30-1:30pm
Break 1:30-2:00pm
? Spikenard Tour 2:00-3:30pm
Continuing Chromatography 3:30pm-6:00pm
Break 6:00-6:30pm
Dinner 6:30-8:00pm
Bonfire Conversations 8:00pm -
Sunday March 23rd, 2025
Light Breakfast 8am-9:30am.
Group Photo 9:30am
Reviewing Practical Chromatography 9:45am-10:30am
Break 10:30-11:00am
Brunch 11:00-12:00pm
Closing Ceremonies 12:00pm
Work-Comp Clean-Up 12:00pm -
Shipping Policy
Our current shipping policy is as follows: all orders will be shipped via USPS within two business days after payment is received, unless different shipping instructions are received at the time the order is placed.
Final shipping cost depends on the amounts ordered, proper shipping container size, as well as destination shipped to. If your order is returned due to an incorrect shipping address you will be responsible for the postage to reship the package.
If you have any questions or concerns please email us at info@jpibiodynamics.org contact our office at (540) 745-7030. Thank you for your ongoing support.
Return Policy
We offer a Full Money Back Guarantee on all our preparation products when returned within 30 days. However, we must advise that all publication (books, DVDs, etc.) sales are final. All refunds will be provided as a credit to the credit card used at the time of purchase within five (5) business days upon receipt of the returned merchandise. Return shipping costs are your responsibility. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
Returns
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer. There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted: (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened.
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Refunds (if applicable)
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
Late or Missing Refunds (if applicable)
If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at jpiadmin@jpibiodynamics.org.
Sale items (if applicable)
Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately sale items cannot be refunded.
Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at jpiadmin@jpibiodynamics.org and send your item to: 652 Thompson Rd, Floyd, VA, 24091, United States.
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.
Shipping
To return your product, you should mail your product to: 652 Thompson Rd, Floyd, VA, 24091, United States.
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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