Author Archives: Scott M. Haskins

About Scott M. Haskins

Scott Haskins has been in professional art conservation since 1975, specializing in the conservation/restoration of easel paintings, murals and art on paper. FACL, Inc. is known nationally for doing A+ work no matter the size or difficulty of the project. We are happy to do a quick cleaning on a family heirloom. Our client list and resume is also full of very satisfied clients of large, difficult/complicated projects at remote locations. Excellent services are also available as an Expert Witness/Legal Testimony in art related matters. Consultation on art related projects occur regularly including extensive insurance evaluations for insured or insurer. Services are offered worldwide. Scott M. Haskins is also author of the "Save Your Stuff" series, educational information, materials and supplies to help people protect and save their treasured family heirlooms and collectibles at home and office. He can be reached at 805 564 3438. Video and written testimonials at https://www.fineartconservationlab.com/testimonials/

Santa Barbara Mission’s Original 1786 Lienzo Discovered Forgotten In Storage, Art Restoration Expert Tells Story

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Scott M. Haskins

Its story of earthquake destruction and its art conservation This last year it was with great excitement that a very important historic and exciting decorative element of the original 1786 mission was rediscovered rolled up and unrecognizable in storage. It … Continue reading →

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Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara (MCASB) Featured Expert Speaker Art Conservation

Posted on January 17, 2020 by Scott M. Haskins

What are the materials and methods of contemporary painting? How do they differ from tradition? What variations create problems and consequences for conservation and restoration? Fine Art Conservator, Scott M. Haskins will entertain and educate with stories and examples from … Continue reading →

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New “Twists” on Authenticating Artwork

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

Identifying Art Fakes and Challenging Art Forgers with High Tech As an art conservator, I am asked once a week (or more) to technically examine artwork in the hopes of “authenticating” it. Most of these requests come from people that … Continue reading →

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Smoke Damaged Collectible Restoration Cave Fire Santa Barbara

Posted on November 27, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

While some structures will be directly affected by the heat and flames, many more are affected by the smoke and ask. If you have smoke damaged contents, do you want the same company who cleans your drapes and sofa to … Continue reading →

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Recent Visits To Mural Restoration and Preservation Projects

Posted on November 20, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

Watch this video on YouTube Join Art Conservator, Scott M. Haskins as he visits several special mural conservation consultation public art projects that he worked on over the last few weeks.  Here are some other walk through visits of interesting … Continue reading →

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The Great California ShakeOut Risk Management for Business Art Collections

Posted on October 16, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

  5 Tips to Protect and Save Art, Antiques, Collectibles and Memorabilia from Fine Art Conservation Laboratories Does your office have paintings hanging on the wall? Or maybe sports memorabilia near your desk? They could be in danger of being … Continue reading →

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Restoring Street Murals Back to Life Interview by Julie Rose on BYURadio Top of Mind

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

Top of Mind by Julie Rose BYURadio National Internet Radio Interview: Restoring Street Murals Back to Life Guest: Scott Haskins, Director and Chief Conservator, Fine Art Conservation Laboratories Colorful street art seems to have taken on new life thanks to … Continue reading →

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Can The Restoration of Contemporary Public Art Murals Ethically Include Repainting?

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

Is the repainting of a contemporary mural in the name of restoration ever acceptable?”  The case of the Blue Moon Trilogy The International Institute for Conservation (London, England) asked Scott M. Haskins, professional art conservator, to address this question in a … Continue reading →

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Orange County Art Conservation Pick Ups and Deliveries Interesting Art Stuff

Posted on July 15, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

Pratically, every week or so, I wind my way past downtown LA to Orange County where our lab enjoys a wide variety of professional art conservation activities. I started out my schedule today in South Laguna Beach at The Redfern … Continue reading →

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Santa Barbara Art Expert Restores Historic Mammoth Mural AIDS Painting Near Hollywood Bowl In Los Angeles

Posted on June 13, 2019 by Scott M. Haskins

The challenges Scott M. Haskins, Head of Art Conservation, faced when he was asked to restore the graffiti-covered “Blue Moon Trilogy” mural across from the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles seemed overwhelming to outsiders. But that didn’t stop him from … Continue reading →

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