*The Campbell Center for Historic Preservation Studies*
<http://www.campbellcenter.org/>

*Care of Sculptures*
Date: July 26-29, 2016
Instructor: Kimberleigh Collins-Peynaud

This is an introductory course to the care of sculptures and objects,
including basics on handling, storage, and exhibition but focusing mainly
on preservation, conservation, and restoration. Sculpted fine art and
ethnographic objects are made using a vast array of materials, techniques,
and styles, often found in diverse cultural contexts: the emphasis here
will be on objects made of wood, stone, plaster, and terracotta, including
their surface treatments. We will learn spot tests to identify materials
Thanks to group and individual hands-on study of sculptures from the
collection of the Campbell Center, students will learn to feel comfortable
with and confident in observing and identifying materials and techniques
used to make a sculpture, as well as the dangers or the alterations and
their causes, which is essential to determining the best care for a
sculpture. International and national codes of ethics in conservation will
be stressed upon and discussed as they are applied to real-life situations
when dealing with sculptures belonging to collections and private clients.
Specific treatment options applied to the sculpture in need of care
(techniques, products, options, and results) and how to choose them will be
discussed. Students will learn how to identify the problems of a specific
sculpture, prioritize them, and complete a thorough condition report with
treatment proposal by the end of the course. Students will also learn how
to properly address dust and dirt removal on sculpted surfaces.

Click here for more information!
<http://www.campbellcenter.org/#!care-of-sculptures/c1vyc>

Register before June 28 to save $50!

****************************************************************

*QUESTIONS?*
Contact: Sarah Connors ([log in to unmask]) 815.244.1173

=========================================================
Important Subscriber Information:

The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes).

If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).