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/

Art Conservation Cleaning of Artwork With Saliva Wins Chemistry Harvard’s Ig Nobel Prize

Posted on September 24, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Painting restoration and cleaning artwork is the subject of what we suspect is humor from Harvard. The award was reported in “Chemistry World” which has been given out since 1991 called the “Ig® Nobel Prize”, “For achievements that first make people … Continue reading →

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“This guy has an art restoration company with an entrepreneurial spirit” Tom Antion interviews Scott M. Haskins

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Tom Antion, one of the most successful Internet marketers in the world interviews Scott M. Haskins, Entrepreneur, Fine Art Conservator (an internationally renowned painting restoration firm that provides a variety of professional services on artwork and murals, including disaster response … Continue reading →

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Renown Painting Restorer from Madrid, Spain Julia Betancor Collaborates In Our Lab

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

After a meeting at the national annual conference for the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) in Chicago and a visit in Madrid and Toledo, Spain, renown painting conservator Julia Betancor was invited to come to our lab in Santa Barbara, … Continue reading →

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National Air and Space Museum Mural Removal Art Conservation Expert Consultation

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

At the end of 2017, I received a phone call from the general contractor organizing the renovation of the Smithsonian museum’s the National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. The renovation would include the mural removal of 5 enormous … Continue reading →

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Fine Art Conservator, Scott M. Haskins, interviewed on Santa Barbara News Press Radio

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Santa Barbara New Press Radio KZSB 1290 AM interviewed me this morning with veteran host and art appraiser Elizabeth Stewart on the “Art and Antiques Radio Program”  Given the abundance of very destructive disasters in our area recently (two wildfires and the … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Underwater Mural Cleaned and Coated For Protection And Preservation

Posted on July 14, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Octopus and sharks in art… This is a mural that Fine Art Conservation Laboratoriescleaned and coated for protection for long term preservation in Santa Monica, California during the last couple of days. While this mural is not at risk for … Continue reading →

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Amateur Art Restoration Ruins Artwork… Again!!!

Posted on July 3, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

U.S. & WORLD report “Amateur restoration attempt ruins artwork,” ABC reports during Action News on July 1, 2018 as did dozens of other international news sources including U.S. & World Report Their warning and coaching for you? “Recruiting an amateur … Continue reading →

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Is Street Art Worth Saving? A Conundrum! International mastermind group debates mural and art conservation issues

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Is Street Art Worth Saving? A Conundrum! International mastermind group debates mural and art conservation issues for contemporary art murals in public places By Scott M. Haskins, Art Conservator  Trying to conserve, as a general idea, contemporary street art has … Continue reading →

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WPA mural experts say painted over school art was vandalism

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Recognized as a national expert in mural conservation, CNN and the New Jersey Herald call Scott M. Haskins to review details (fact check) of the article and quote him… National News   http://www.njherald.com/article/20180616/AP/306169936 This Aug. 5, 2015 photo provided by Frank … Continue reading →

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Masterclass of Conservation Issues for Contemporary Art Murals in Public Places

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Scott M. Haskins

Murals by living artists in public venues are mostly located throughout city locations accessible by the public. The international problems with their protection, preservation and restoration are common issues confronted by specialized art conservation professionals hired by city governments, historical … Continue reading →

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