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/

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

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

Updated April 24, 2026 Its a discovery process, even for very experienced art conservators When I got this Victorian 1880’s oil painting from a friend/client (no records on the artist, negligible market value which might prompt some people to ask … 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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Smoke Damage on Art, Collectibles, Heirlooms and Antiques – Tips For Making An Insurance Claim – Smoke Damaged Oil Painting

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

This article is by guest blogger Charles out of Orange, CA who is an “Expert Broker” or “Independant Adjuster” for insurance companies who need to find the right people for the right job. I asked Charles to write about this … Continue reading →

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Daughters of Utah Pioneers’ Annual National Director’s Meeting Features Scott M. Haskins

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

      It was a wonderful and unusual opportunity for Scott M. Haskins, world renown painting and art conservator, to be the featured speaker to 450 attendees at the main session of the Annual Director’s Meeting of the Daughters … Continue reading →

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Royal Carriages at the Italian White House and Paintings by Tintoretto

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

What would you say if I asked you to come along on a personal tour to see a behind the scenes viewing and special explanation by the collection curator and art conservator of the royal carriages in the collection of … Continue reading →

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Lost Leonardo mural looked for with new high tech gadgets by UC San Diego researchers in Florence

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

In 1505 Leonardo da Vinci began painting a mural – to commemorate the Battle of Anghiari – in the Palazzo Vecchio’s Great Hall, the seat of government in Renaissance Florence. Shortly after beginning, it is reported that the mural sustained … Continue reading →

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What did they use to clean the Sistine Chapel?

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

I’m in Italy for a bout two weeks seeing friends, family, business associates and consulting. We’re in Rome to start off with and yesterday we went to Tivoli which is just outside of Rome. It has been a get away … Continue reading →

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Jessie Arms Botke Featured in “Inner Visions: Women Artists of California”

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

Many people have heard that we were responsible for saving the wonderful, gorgeous mural of a tropical jungle by Jessie Arms Botke from demolition but few have heard the story. So, here it is! In 1992 I got a call … Continue reading →

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