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/

California Impressionist Guy Rose Hidden Signature Found with IR on Newly Discovered Painting

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Scott M. Haskins

A serene painting by the California Impressionist master painter Guy Rose of French Haystacks done about 1910 walked into my lab today for an examination. The painting was in a private collection that, a couple of months ago, has passed … Continue reading →

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“Monuments Men” and “Saving Italy” How did Europe’s great works of art survive the destruction of World War II?

Posted on August 17, 2013 by Scott M. Haskins

Robert Edsel, author of “Monuments Men” and “Saving Italy” gives you the details and incredible story. I just download “Saving Italy” in audio format and can’t wait to get into it. But right now, I’m listening to the precursor to … Continue reading →

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William Sargent Kendall’s “The Artist’s Wife and Daughters” in the lab for Art Conservation Treatments

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Scott M. Haskins

by Oriana Montemurro, Art Conservator In Stones of Venice John Ruskin wrote, “what we want art to do for us is to stay what is fleeting. Immortalize the things that have no duration.” In large part, that is what has … Continue reading →

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Lost Leonardo Searched for with Infrared – Its also used to help art collectors find lost signatures – A short video

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Scott M. Haskins

By Kelly Rose Almeida, Guest Blogger From Leonardo Da Vinci to your own paintings, this instrument is used to search for hidden treasures within art across the globe. Every art history class that learns about the beauty of the Renaissance … Continue reading →

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Vintage oil painting’s old labels can provide valuable information for art collectors! 3 tips to save them

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

By Chelsea Padgett, Guest Blogger Last week a beautiful painting of a lady came into the lab. The back of the painting had fragments of an old ripped apart label. Labels are apart of the painting’s history and can increase … Continue reading →

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ShakeOut in California is a Reminder for Art Collectors! 5 Tips and Earthquake Supplies

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

By Guest Blogger Chelsea Padgett Are you an art collector? Or even just have antique and collectible valuables. Here’s major help for you! If you live on the West Coast, chances are you have experienced at least a tremor or … Continue reading →

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Cleaning a Painting – A discovery process and the “unknown factor”

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

When I got this Victorian 1880’s oil painting from a friend/client (Thom Gianetto at Edenhurst Gallery) I thought the yellowed varnish would be an easy/quick, safe (for the painting) removal. After 40 years of cleaning paintings, you would think that … Continue reading →

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Ripped Painting’s Damage Evaluation and Repair Proposal -Good info for art collectors and fine art insurance adjusters-

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

You will find it interesting… and USEFUL… to read over an evaluation I wrote for a claim on a damaged painting. Some details and names have been eliminated of course. The other day, I inspected a painting to evaluate the … Continue reading →

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“Restored” Painting of Christ in Spain – “Behold, the Monkey!”

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

Isn’t there a movie or skit of Mr. Bean cleaning and then retouching a painting?! I never thought we’d see the real deal. Last week as this story leaked out onto the international news networks, I began having people mention … Continue reading →

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Mural Cleaning in Historic Building Construction – Project Changes – Being nimble, versatile, flexible… and “on it”!

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

We thought we were on a superficial mural cleaning and varnishing project! But its a bit more adventurous than that. In the jungle of scaffolding and working among an army of 1,500 demolition and construction workers and equipment we realize … Continue reading →

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