Category Archives: Interesting Stories

Why for the 1st time I Threw Someone Out of My Art Restoration Lab – DIY Oil Painting Cleaning Destroyed a $35,000 Artwork

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Scott M. Haskins

A Real Art Restoration Drama In Our Lab  “If this story doesn’t shock you, then nothing will…. or at least you’ll shake your head and say, ‘What an unbelievable idiot and raise an eyebrow — Fairly often we have special … Continue reading →

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Saving Don Manuel Domínguez: How a Water-Damaged Portrait of a California Founding Figure Was Brought Back to Life

Posted on December 11, 2025 by Scott M. Haskins

This case study of water-damaged oil painting restoration by Fine Art Conservation Laboratories shows how the early Southern California historic portrait of Don Manuel Domínguez was saved after severe water damage and previous inept restorations. See end of article for … Continue reading →

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An Irate Girlfriend – A Fine Art Insurance Claim?

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Scott M. Haskins

“Your blog post has been syndicated at ExpertClick.com” Its a bit of a coup to get an article syndicated, and its certainly prestigious, as additional “proof” that the info and the author are considered far and wide authoritative and an … Continue reading →

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