Category Archives: Disaster/Emergency Response

Cleaning a painting with smoke damage 30 sec video

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Cleaning smoke damage from artwork, other framed items and collectibles is a service we routinely take care of. Paintings are often darkened by discolored varnish too. This gorgeous tonalist vintage painting, about 1920, by Granville Redmond  re-emerges from the darkness … Continue reading →

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Rip Repair and Saving Historical Painting of Bishop Ranch Santa Barbara (Goleta) by Henry Chapman Ford

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Historic Oil Painting from 1875 of Bishop Ranch- Glen Annie in Goleta, CA by Henry Chapman Ford saved from destruction Scott M. Haskins, Painting Conservator   Art restoration has been more than just interesting as my life’s work. Lots of … Continue reading →

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Public Art Protection Varnishing Murals and Oil Paintings for Future Maintenance

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

A common concern for public art on display is protection against accidents, even vandalism, and to find a way to make the often valuable artwork safe for maintenance. Seismic safety, especially along the Wasatch Front in Utah, both for the … Continue reading →

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Art Conservation Painting Restoration Client Testimonials from Orange County, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Scott M. Haskins

Nothing is as powerful as a spontaneous testimonial from a satisfied client. But can you trust the word or opinion of another person? Perhaps they don’t know the difference between a stretcher bar and a strainer? But, WHAT IF you … Continue reading →

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Professional Art Restoration Painting Conservation Door to Door Service

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Scott M. Haskins

“Consultation at home or office at no charge?!?!” “You pick up and deliver?” We get around… Our circulation through the areas listed below is done so often and effortlessly by our office that we consider these “our backyard:” Santa Monica … Continue reading →

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ShakeOut in California is a Reminder for Art Collectors! 5 Tips and Earthquake Supplies

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Scott M. Haskins

By Guest Blogger Chelsea Padgett Are you an art collector? Or even just have antique and collectible valuables. Here’s major help for you! If you live on the West Coast, chances are you have experienced at least a tremor or … Continue reading →

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