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/

Mural Conservancy of Los Angeles – Protect, Preserve, Conserve, Restore LA’s Murals

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

101 Freeway in LA – Caltrans’ solution- paint it out. Of the 10 murals painted along Los Angeles Freeways to celebrate the 1984 Olympics, 7 have been painted out by Cal Trans and the other three are slated for being … Continue reading →

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Water Damage Restoration of Gorgeous Murals at LA Produce Market – Preview

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

Go to www.fineartconservationlab.com/la-produce-market-murals to see the full version of this preview video. Scott Haskins shows you the onsite art conservation treatments and interesting details of these monumental, fabulous murals by Thomas Suriya. Give this video a THUMBS UP please!   … Continue reading →

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Mural Art Conservation Survey and Overpaint Removal at Texas Southern University (TSU)

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

I’m at TSU this week and its been a great week of looking at art. This University has a rich heritage of mural painting starting back with some really great artist pioneers back in the 50’s. The result has been … Continue reading →

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TSU Murals By Harvey Johnson That Were Painted Out Similar To Work At Fair Park- See Video

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

Cleaning off the overpaint from murals that have been painted out is tricky… but we do it. Next week I’ll be in Houston, Texas visiting Texas Southern University (TSU) to survey, inspect and inventory 168 murals! And while there, I’ll … Continue reading →

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TSU Murals – Consultation and Survey

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Scott M. Haskins

Texas Southern University (TSU) has contracted with Scott Haskins and FACL, Inc. to do a survey of the 168 murals on campus. Even without really getting into the project, there has already been significant progress by TSU admin. by turning … Continue reading →

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