Material Memory Studio — Research
Material Research Library
A living archive of material references, historical sources, biomaterial experiments, pigments, binders, and artistic research — accumulated across 12 countries and ongoing studio practice.
Each entry includes what the material is, why artists use it, historical context, basic process, common failures, and Jay's own studio notes. The library grows with each workshop, residency, and research trip.
Browse by Category
Adobe — Earthen Building
Sun-dried clay brick construction — one of the oldest building materials in continuous use
Rammed Earth
Compressed earth wall construction — 5cm layers, minimum binder, dense and water-resistant
Lime & Natural Plaster
Lime cycle from limestone to finish coat — the living chemistry of traditional plaster
Learn & Make
From archive to studio — learn these materials in person
The research here forms the foundation of our workshops and 1:1 material consultations. If you want to work with a specific material — hands-on, in the studio — reach out.