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/

Banksy Mural in LA

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

I’ve been working with a team of people for the last 6 months who have been trying to get their act together to save a Banksy mural from demolition on a Gas Station wall in West LA. Banksy did the … Continue reading →

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Twitchell’s Mural Jim Morphesis Monument Is First Mural To Be Adopted and Cleaned

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

Kent Twitchell painted the mural “Jim Morphesis Monument” under the 101 freeway overpass of Hope St. It is part of a two piece mural diptych called “7th Street Altarpiece”, the other mural being that of Lita Albuquerque. And “7th Street Altarpiece” is … Continue reading →

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Mural Restoration of Steve McQueen Monument Public Art Mural by Original Artist Kent Twitchell

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

The recent discovery of a preparatory drawing of the actor for this iconic mural was recently discovered! Its restoration and display at a recent 2022 exhibition got quite a bit of attention. This info has been added to this blog … Continue reading →

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Cleaning A Layer Of Nicotine Yellow Off A Painting – Case in Point, Delirium Flesh by David Mann

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

I’m delivering this back to its owner tomorrow. He’ll be thrilled to see the wonderful colors “back.” He really loves this print/giclee. It goes well with his Harley. This was a case when the love justifies the price even though … Continue reading →

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Removing Paint and Graffiti From Murals – Short Very Interesting Video

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

Fair Park Dallas, Texas by Carlo Ciampaglia and the 1984 Olympic Freeway Murals in Los Angeles by Kent Twitchell, Judy Baca and Alonzo Davis are featured in this super interesting short video on removing paint and graffiti from murals. At … Continue reading →

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Art Conservation Consulting Overseas, Out of State, Door to Door

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

I consulted with a client in Hawaii today about doing the conservation work and making several historic paintings of volcanoes and lava look their best. As an aside, while good photos might be helpful in having a better conversation over … Continue reading →

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Kent Twitchell Partners With Scott Haskins to Finish Art Conservation of Mural at Biola University

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

This video link of the art conservation/restoration of monumental realistic beautiful outdoor mural by Kent Twitchell at Biola University will take you to the dedicated page for this project. Kent teamed up with Scott Haskins to resolve difficult conservation questions … Continue reading →

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Dutch Old Master Painting Glows After Cleaning

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

The art conservation on this beautiful Dutch Old Master, oil on panel, was just completed for an art collector in Las Vegas. Even though it was a pretty painting, I think he bought it for a very good price at … Continue reading →

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Double Cleaning a Painting by LeConte Stewart

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

Over the years I have used this photo to show of the stages of cleaning a rural Utah landscape by LeConte Stewart as an example of how, sometimes, a painting can require several cleaning stages to get it completely clean … Continue reading →

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Meeting with Clients in Las Vegas and Utah

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

I’m on the road right now, meeting with private clients in Las Vegas, NV and Murray, and with museum clients in Springville, UT and in SLC. Springville Art Museum Director, Vern Swanson was thrilled with the cleaning and lining we … Continue reading →

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