Category Archives: Saving Public Art

Whale and Dolphin Mural Coating Protection Saves Public Art

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Scott M. Haskins

You may have heard me talk about the protective anti-graffiti coating that was put onto a mural on an exterior wall at street level on Balboa Island in Newport Beach, CA with 100% access by tourists etc. and how it … Continue reading →

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Mural Restored of Famous Porterville, CA Marching Bands – Maintaining Public Art

Posted on January 6, 2023 by Scott M. Haskins

This blog post has been syndicated at ExpertClick.com. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See end of article for explanation. “Marching through Time” is a mural that needed some help to keep on marching as it … Continue reading →

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Get Intimate With Your Art – Maintenance Dusting of Michelangelo’s David Provides A Suggestion For Your Collection.

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Scott M. Haskins

Learn tips on caring for your art and collectibles. Continue reading →

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Friends of the Mission Inn Art Conservation Team

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Scott M. Haskins

by Sue Bartel, Editor for Friends of the Mission Inn (This blog post has been syndicated at ExpertClick.com. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See end of article for explanation.) The Friends of the Mission Inn have … Continue reading →

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Does a Public Art Mural Need Varnish If Graffiti Is Not A Problem?

Posted on March 26, 2022 by Scott M. Haskins

This article has been syndicated for US distribution. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”?                          See end of article for explanation. Practical Considerations for Applying … Continue reading →

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300 Year Old Buddha’s Lacquer and Gold Leaf Layers Stabilized and Preserved At The Mission Inn, Riverside CA

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Scott M. Haskins

This article was syndicated for USA national redistribution. What does it mean that this article is “ syndicated”? See explanation at end of article. The Friends of the Mission Inn, established in 1969, funds restoration of the historic art collection and … Continue reading →

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Removing Murals To Save Public Art In Austin, Texas

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Scott M. Haskins

This article was syndicated for USA national redistribution. 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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Mural Removal Testimonial From Project Manager

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Scott M. Haskins

This 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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News From Corona-Riverside, CA Bicentennial Freedom Mural Restoration Proposal Update – just a quick drive by

Posted on September 6, 2021 by Scott M. Haskins

Corona Riverside, CA Bicentennial Freedom Mural Restoration Proposal Update – just a quick drive by. The planned mural restoration of what many believe is the largest mural in the world on the Prado Dam is wildly favored, endorsed and applauded … Continue reading →

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Two 30 ft Mexican Mural Masterpieces Removed and Saved From Demolition

Posted on August 6, 2021 by Scott M. Haskins

PRESS RELEASE: Rafael Navarro Barajas Murals in Medical Park Tower to be Removed and Donated With redevelopment work well underway at Medical Park Tower, Lillibridge Healthcare Services today announced that the two lobby murals painted in 1967 by Mexican artist … Continue reading →

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