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1. ICON Contemporary presents Light, Sound and Movement 2. IAP Virtual seminar: History of Pigments (from the 18th century to the present day) 3. Job Opening: Paintings Conservator, Modern Art Conservation, NYC ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Lorraine Maule Posted: Wednesday November 6, 2024 8:45 AM Subject: ICON Contemporary presents Light, Sound and Movement Message: Hello, I would be extremely grateful if you could post this event notice on behalf of ICON Contemporary. Very best wishes Lorraine ICON Contemporary presents Light, Sound and Movement ICON Contemporary is delighted to welcome you to our inaugural Group event, which will be presented online on 5 December 13:00 14:00 UK time. We will hear from three speakers who will present on specific case studies and consider how conservation thinking and practice is responding to objects that incorporate light, sound or movement. In what ways do modern and contemporary sculptures perform? How are supposedly "static" objects or their materials in fact animated, how is the sound, light or movement activated?, and how might these objects be further understood by conservators? In what ways does exhibition, display, research, and other forms of engagement make these objects come alive? Following on from the presentations, our 3 speakers will then join a panel followed by an open discussion with you, our audience. Our speakers are: Alice Watkins, Sculpture & Installation Art Conservator, Tate, will speak about Hamad Butt's sculpture, Substance Sublimation Unit. She will provide an overview of the work, its display history and issues, along with the conservation solutions that have evolved over the years as Tate's understanding of the piece has developed. Manon Abt, Doctoral Student UCL, will speak about the reconstruction of Edward Ihnatowicz's early computer based sculpture The Senster, which forms one of the case studies in her doctoral research. The reconstruction was conducted by Anna Olszewska and Marek Dlugosz within the newly established Faculty of the Humanities at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow. She will consider the reconstruction of these early technology-based works outside the museum, the drivers behind this project and how such reconstructions might be similar and different to the work carried out by conservators working within a museum context. Lorraine Maule, Senior Paintings Conservator (with installation and performance art), National Galleries of Scotland will speak generally about light, movement and performative objects in the collection of the National Galleries of Scotland. She will then concentrate on 2 works: Self-Portrait by Helen Chadwick featuring research undertaken by Kirsten Dunne and the NGS Replication Committee, examining integral light sources as a catalyst for deterioration; and La Jalousie II [Blind Jealousy II] by Jean Tinguely exploring the sculpture's own performance and performance involving human interaction. We encourage you to tune in while you eat your lunch! ******************************************************************************** Zoom Link Topic: ICON Contemporary Time: Dec 5, 2024 13:00 PM London Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83306460369 Meeting ID: 833 0646 0369 Lorraine Maule Senior Paintings Conservator Email/Teams: [email protected] <[email protected]> Phone: 0131 624 6370 Address: National Galleries of Scotland, 75 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DR National Galleries Scotland | Yours to discover <http://www.nationalgalleries.org/> 2.From: James Black Posted: Wednesday November 6, 2024 8:45 AM Subject: IAP Virtual seminar: History of Pigments (from the 18th century to the present day) Message: History of Pigments (from the 18th century to the present day) Date: Thursday, 14th November Time: 3pm GMT Tutor: Tracey Chaplin Price: £25 Platform: Zoom Registration: Eventbrite <https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/948745171347?aff=oddtdtcreator> This seminar discusses the pigments used in painting from the early 18th century onwards, introducing their chemistries, production methods and dates of use. The palettes used during this time period will be divided into 18th, 19th, early 20th and 20th/21st centuries, with the continuation of the use of natural pigments such as ochres, carbon blacks, chalk and cinnabar included, and the introduction of further synthetic pigments such as zinc white, cobalt blue, ultramarine blue, Scheele's green, chrome yellow, titanium white, azo reds & phthalocyanine blue described. Tracey Chaplin is an Independent Scientific Consult specialising in analysis and identification of artists' materials and their degradation products on objects such as paintings, sculpture, furniture, manuscripts, wallpaper, textiles and architectural elements. This includes the application of microscopy, cross-sectional analysis, spectroscopies, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) analysis, X-ray fluorescence and gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Tracey lectures in conservation science at the City and Guilds of London Art School, has published extensively and is one of four authors of The Pigment Compendium. If you have any questions please contact us by email at [email protected] ------------------------------ James Black Co-ordinator International Academic Projects London www.academicprojects.co.uk ------------------------------ 3.From: Suzanne Siano Posted: Wednesday November 6, 2024 4:41 PM Subject: Job Opening: Paintings Conservator, Modern Art Conservation, NYC Message: Modern Art Conservation, a large, New York City-based, woman-owned conservation practice, is seeking a full-time paintings conservator to join our dynamic team. The studio specializes in the examination and treatment of late 19th century, modern, and contemporary paintings and painted objects. Our clients include museums, galleries, private and corporate collections, auction houses, art fairs, artist estates/foundations, and contemporary artists. The team comprises conservators, technicians/preparators, a conservation photographer, and registrars/administrators. Our bright beautiful studios are located in the Chelsea arts district in a landmark building with numerous amenities. Responsibilities will include conservation assessment, research, treatment, and documentation of individual artworks and large collections. The applicant must be skilled in the practical treatment of paintings and painted surfaces, possess knowledge of preventive conservation practices, and have a strong interest in technical art history and in writing detailed condition reports. The applicant should enjoy collaborating and problem-solving with colleagues, be able to communicate effectively in written and oral form with a wide range of individuals, have strong interpersonal skills, show diplomacy and judgment, be open to learning and sharing, and be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously, calmly, and effectively under tight deadlines. The applicant must be a graduate of a recognized conservation training program and demonstrate a career interest in the conservation of paintings and/or painted objects. Conservators of traditional easel paintings or painted objects are encouraged to apply, but a strong interest in developing a specialization in modern and contemporary paintings is desired. Candidates should be knowledgeable in art history and have an interest in working in a fast-paced environment in which time is spent on treatments and condition reporting for clients both in and outside the studio. We value stability and seek candidates who are looking to join a close-knit team, grow professionally in the position, and form a long-term work relationship. Excellent speaking, reading, and writing skills in English are required. Salary ranges from $58,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits include 100% paid health insurance, matching 401k contributions, continuing education opportunities, paid vacation, paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years, and bonuses/raises subject to revenue and performance. Candidates must be able to work in the US (we cannot sponsor any visas at this time). The position is available as early as January 2025 but there is a lot of flexibility to the start date for the right candidate. We are open to an August/September 2025 start for those on the academic cycle. Please email a detailed letter of interest, a PDF of your CV with three professional references listed, two sample treatment reports, and two sample condition reports to [email protected] with "Conservator Position 2025" in the subject line. Application materials will be kept confidential. No calls or walk-ins, please. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. Application review begins November 25th and will remain open until the position is filled. Learn more about us at: www.modernartconservation.com ------------------------------ Suzanne Siano Chief Conservator/Director Modern Art Conservation New York NY ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
