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Author Archives: Flora Arguilla
Discover Your Painting’s Stories: How UV Blacklight Unveils Hidden Imperfections for Art Lovers in Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Orange County, and Las Vegas
Can UV blacklight help protect your cherished artworks? Absolutely! For art enthusiasts and collectors in Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Orange County, and Las Vegas, doing an art evaluation and understanding the hidden layers and condition of your paintings is not … Continue reading
FACL Conducts Mural Preservation & Removal in Hawaii – Edward T. Grigware’s “The Defiance of Pele”
You Won’t Believe the Mural Preservation Process! Have you ever wondered how art conservators do mural removals or mural preservation? If so, this is the story you’ve been waiting for. At Fine Art Conservation Laboratories, Inc. (FACL), we take immense … Continue reading
Posted in Murals, Saving Public Art, Travel
Tagged historic preservation, Mural conservation, mural removal
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Art Restoration: Water Damaged Mural in Los Angeles County- Hugo Ballin’s Art Deco Legacy
Unveiling the Secrets of Mural Restoration – Explore the Thrilling Journey of Preserving Cultural Heritage! Join us on an enlightening journey as we delve into the fascinating world of mural art restoration through the experienced eyes of professional art conservator, … Continue reading
Posted in Murals, Saving Public Art, Travel
Tagged historic preservation, Los Angeles, Mural conservation
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Your Art Collection and Flooding: Preventing Water Damage from rains in Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, and Orange County
Are you concerned about the effect of flooding on your art collection? This article is for you. As torrential rains and floods wreak havoc in regions like Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Santa Barbara, art collectors face a significant … Continue reading
Posted in Painting on canvas, Water Damage
Tagged art conservation, collection care, water damage
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Top 5 Art and Painting Restoration Tips for New Art Owners in Los Angeles County and Orange County, California
Whether you’ve inherited cherished artworks, are contemplating starting an art collection, or are a budding hobbyist art collector, understanding the fundamentals of art conservation is paramount to preserving the integrity and value of your precious pieces. Embarking on a journey … Continue reading
Identifying and Preventing Warping from Water Damage in Paintings in Santa Barbara, Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles, and Orange County
Are you noticing a slight curve or bend in your oil or acrylic paintings? Perhaps the frame seems slightly warped? Don’t overlook these signs, as they could indicate underlying issues that require attention. In this article, we’ll delve into how … Continue reading
What to Do About Flaking on Oil or Acrylic Paintings
Have you noticed developing flaking on oil or acrylic paintings in your collection? If so, don’t worry! Your paintings are not doomed. Flaking is a common issue that art owners may encounter, particularly with paintings done in oil or acrylic. … Continue reading
Identifying and Preventing Water Damage on Paintings in Rainy Santa Barbara and Los Angeles
Has the rainy weather in the Santa Barbara and Los Angeles areas left you with water damage on paintings? Do you see signs of mold, flaking, blistering, discoloration, or warping on your artwork? Don’t fret! This article is for you. … Continue reading
An Art Conservator’s Step-by-Step Guide on How to Hang a Painting
Do you know how to hang a painting? It’s okay if you don’t – I see paintings that have been damaged or are on the verge of falling off of their hanging hardware all the time. Here’s an art conservator’s … Continue reading
Posted in Art Storage and Transport, Painting on canvas
Tagged collection care, family heirlooms, las vegas
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