Category Archives: Consultations

Old Indio – Mural Restoration and Maintenance – Public Art in Coachella Valley

This article was syndicated for USA national redistribution. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See end of article for explanation Old Indio by Bijan Masoumpanah painted in 2014,  covers the entire side of a building 20′ x 70′ … Continue reading

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Allen Lay, Art Collector, Said He Wanted To Prepare His Art To Make This World A Better Place

With Alan Lays passing this week, we at Fine Art Conservation Lab. will miss him. He was referred to us by Ray Redfern of Redfern Gallery in Laguna Beach and over the last few years we had the pleasure of … Continue reading

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Professional Art Conservation Consultation to Ensure Quality and Give Guidance in Art Collection Problem-Solving.

This blog post has been syndicated at ExpertClick.com. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See end of article for explanation. People call me all the time to ask for guidance on one thing or another related … Continue reading

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A Recent Call to Mission San Luis Obispo

This blog post has been syndicated at ExpertClick.com. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See end of article for explanation. A couple of weeks ago, I received an invitation from the historic old Spanish mission in … Continue reading

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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

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What is my Collectible Worth? What is the opinion of an expert worth?

This blog post has been syndicated at https://www.expertclick.com/NRWire/Releasedetails.aspx?id=302112 What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See end of article for explanation.BTW, that is not a cigarette in my hand, lol. I don’t smoke. Its for measuring the pH … Continue reading

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Las Vegas Art Rescue: Expert Tips for Restoring Art Shipping Damage

Scott M. Haskins, the President of Fine Art Conservation Laboratories (FACL) and a leading authority in the field, provides his expert insights. Damaged art delivery? Don’t panic! This guide has the steps you need to take right now. As an … Continue reading

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How are Paintings Cleaned? – the Discovery Process and “Unknown Factor”

Do you have a painting that needs cleaning? Are you interested to know how decades (or centuries) old paintings are cleaned? This article is for you. One of the questions I am asked the most as an art conservator is, … Continue reading

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What to Do with Inherited Collections: Preserving Las Vegas

Do you care about your family history? This article is for you. Inheriting a collection of photos, papers, books, and letters following the passing of a relative can pose both sentimental and logistical challenges. The question arises: What to do … Continue reading

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How Much Does Painting Repair Cost? – Las Vegas art restoration services

Have you been wondering how much painting repair costs? You’re in luck. In this article, the process of how pricing for an art restoration, painting repair, conservation services plan, etc. works. Let’s dive into how we can get your items … Continue reading

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