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1. Mother-of-pearl Pagoda 2. Carbon Literacy for Conservation and Collections Short Course 3. [Job Vacancy, Singapore] Senior Conservator and Head of Section (Inorganic Objects), Heritage Conservation Centre 4. Archives and Records Associations, Archive Conservation Training Scheme- Chemistry for Conservators (UK) 5. IAPesp Virtual seminar: Metodología en conservación y restauración de vitrales 6. Using magnets to temporarily display massive 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Anne-Lise Ryckaert Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 7:17 AM Subject: Mother-of-pearl Pagoda Message: Hello, I am currently a first-year Master's student in Cultural Heritage Conservation and Restoration, specializing in sculpted works, at ESAD TALM in Tours, France. I am contacting you in connection with my master's thesis, which focuses on the study and conservation-restoration of a wooden and mother-of-pearl pagoda model. I have very little information about its history and origin. My working hypothesis is that it was made in China during the first half of the 19th century, with the intention of being sold on the European market. Are you aware of any studies, publications, or resources on this type of object that I could consult? In addition, I am also interested in research concerning the chemical and physical properties of mother-of-pearl. Thank you in advance for your assistance. ------------------------------ Anne-Lise Ryckaert Curatorial Student École supérieure d'art et de design Tours France ------------------------------ 2.From: Gerard Hogan Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 7:18 AM Subject: Carbon Literacy for Conservation and Collections Short Course Message: Carbon Literacy for Conservation and Collections Short Course Dear colleagues, AICCM <https://aiccm.org.au/> is pleased to be partnering with UK-based expert Lorraine Finch to deliver an online course focused on Carbon Literacy for Conservation and Collections this August. Course Overview: 'Carbon Literacy for Conservation and Collections' is an entry level course designed to build awareness of the carbon emissions associated with conservation and collection care. The course will explore the science of climate change, how this can affect collections and conservators, and explore examples of actions that conservators and collections care professionals have taken to lower the carbon emissions of their work. This interactive training is divided into four modules taught over two sessions: Tuesday 18 August 2026 - 5:00pm - 8:30pm AEST (Sydney/Melbourne time zones) Wednesday 19 August 2026 - 5:00pm - 8:30pm AEST (Sydney/Melbourne time zones) There will be one 15 minute break each evening. Who should Attend: This course is designed for professionals working in conservation and collections care who are interested in raising their awareness of the carbon emissions related to their work and workplace. This course is designed for beginners and you do not need to have prior knowledge in this area. Equally, if you are experienced in this area it will be interesting and useful. Meet your Instructor: Lorraine Finch is director of LFCP, which is accelerating the cultural heritage sector's sustainability through research, knowledge sharing and resource creation. Recognised as a national and international trailblazer demonstrating truly exemplary leadership, she advocates for sustainability in cultural heritage, participating in conferences, leading workshops and training, publishing books and articles and collaborating with other leaders in the field. She is co-founder and the Chair of the Institute of Conservation's Sustainability Group and works closely with the American Institute of Conservation Sustainability Committee. Course Prices and Early Bird Registrations: Early Bird AICCM Student or Concession Course Fee = $113.50 AUD Early Bird AICCM Member Course Fee = $148.50 AUD Early Bird Non-Member Student or Concession Course Fee = $138.50 AUD Early Bird Non-Member Course Fee = $198.50 AUD Early bird tickets will be available until 11:59pm 21 July 2026. From 22 July all ticket prices will increase by $15 AUD. Register Now: https://www.trybooking.com/DMWVV <https://www.trybooking.com/DMWVV> Important Details: AICCM reserves the right to cancel the course and issue refunds if registrations do not meet the minimum threshold by 31 July 2026. AICCM will contact all registered participants by 5pm AEST, 3 August 2026. ------------------------------ Gerard Hogan Secretariat Australian Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Material Moonah Hobart Australia ------------------------------ 3.From: Fiona Lee Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 7:19 AM Subject: [Job Vacancy, Singapore] Senior Conservator and Head of Section (Inorganic Objects), Heritage Conservation Centre Message: Senior Conservator and Head of Section (Inorganic Objects), Heritage Conservation Centre The Heritage Conservation Centre (HCC) is an institution of the National Heritage Board (NHB) and supports the collecting and display activities of 12 institutions under NHB and the Visual Arts Cluster. HCC's main mission is to care for the National Collection, facilitate its current and future access and promote its use while enhancing its cultural significance. HCC is located in a purpose-built facility that serves as the centralised storage and conservation labs for the National Collection of Singapore. The National Collection encompasses a wide range of art and heritage objects, including but not limited to decorative objects, social history objects, contemporary art installations, industrial and technical heritage objects, musical instruments, and re-functionalised objects. Currently, the Conservation Services department at HCC comprises 6 conservation specialisations organised in sections: Inorganic Objects; Organic Objects; Paintings; Paper, Photographs & Digital Media; Textiles; and Conservation Science. HCC is now recruiting a Senior Conservator/ Head of Section (Inorganic Objects) to lead the Inorganic Objects conservation section. Key Responsibilities As Head of Section of the Inorganic Objects team, you will be expected to fulfil dual roles as a team manager and as a senior conservator: carrying out leadership and management functions, and delivering conservation work at an individual-contributor level. Leadership and management functions · Set the team direction in alignment with priorities defined at departmental and institutional levels while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the section. · Manage team resources to prioritise, scope, and successfully deliver conservation support for collections-related projects, including exhibitions and storage, within NHB. · Supervise staff in the section to reinforce constructive work behaviour and performance. This includes mentoring and coaching staff, identifying training needs, and facilitating general staff development. · Manage section staffing, including the hiring and selection of conservators and interns. · Contribute to the management of the Conservation Services department and facilitate work across departments and divisions in NHB, while closely working with the other Heads of Sections and leaders of relevant working groups. This includes establishing and monitoring yearly work plans and administering budgets allocated to the section, according to HCC and NHB procedures. · Represent HCC in collaborations with other institutions as and when required, to advance its reputation as a leader on conservation matters, locally, regionally and internationally. · Oversee and provide advice on conservation work undertaken by conservators in the Inorganic Objects section, including collections care, conservation treatments, scientific analyses, and project management. · Ensure that conservation guidelines and standards of practice for a holistic approach to collections care and access are based on current ethics and principles, and that they are timely and adequately implemented by the section within allocated resources. · Set research directions for the section that are aligned with the overall research priorities of the Conservation Services department, and supervise and drive the resulting research activities in the section. · Oversee and drive outreach activities of the section relating to collections care and conservation, which may include areas of professional collaboration, education, and capability development, involving both professional and non-professional target audiences that are internal or external to HCC and NHB. Operational functions As required,in the capacity of an Inorganic Objects conservator: · Manage exhibition projects, liaising between stakeholders to cover both conservation-related and administrative aspects of exhibition preparations, including preventive conservation as necessary. · Provide advice on collection display methods and maintenance of collections storage facilities to staff at NHB institutions, the HCC Collections Management department, and other stakeholders. · Identify, design, and execute complex interventive conservation projects and treatments on artworks and artefacts from the National Collection, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders and according to HCC and NHB procedures. · Carry out documentation and knowledge management processes to ensure that all conservation-related documentation is of good quality, appropriately comprehensive, and accessible in the long-term. · Provide expert assessments of the condition and care requirements of proposed acquisitions. · Contribute to and/or conduct conservation research projects to enhance collection knowledge and support access and use of the National Collection. When relevant and possible, initiate collaborations and build partnerships locally, regionally and/ or internationally, with main stakeholders including source communities and local communities of users. · Present conservation findings and research results at local or international venues and publish articles on conservation techniques and practices. · Develop and conduct outreach activities relating to collections care and conservation, for both professional and non-professional audiences that are internal or external to HCC and NHB. These may include working with relevant stakeholders to generate greater awareness, interest, and knowledge in preservation and conservation. Requirements · A relevant Masters degree in Conservation from a recognised training institution. Equivalent proven experience will be considered. · Relevant practical experience of preferably 10 years in inorganic objects conservation and at least 5 years of proven leadership and management experience. Experience in an institutional/ public sector setting is preferred. · Expertise in stone conservation will be an advantage. · Proven experience in providing advice on complex conservation treatments, supervising less-experienced staff members, and managing projects (e.g. exhibitions, storage). · Ability to carry out comprehensive and complex treatments with a high degree of cultural and aesthetic sensitivity and manual dexterity, while working under limited supervision. · Experience in conducting research work in the conservation of inorganic materials, with proven dissemination of results. Solid record demonstrating scholarship and publications will be an advantage. · Ability to develop and execute heritage science and conservation research in line with HCC's research strategies around sustainability and vision as a centre of excellence. · Broad understanding of modern conservation practice and its integration with the historical study of objects, proficiency in laboratory methods, and familiarity with analytical instrumentation. · Keep up to date with developments in conservation through self-directed learning and training, with evidence of continual professional development. · Possess exposure to handling multi-cultural materials with sensitivity and sound contextual judgements in applying conservation principles and practices, while working collaboratively with relevant stakeholders. · Familiarity and experience with tropical climates and cultural materials from South-east Asia and Asia preferred. · Possess initiative with the ability to effectively multi-task, organise, and prioritise work within a given timeline, within the dynamic environment of a complex organisation. · Ability to lead, coach, and impart conservation skills and knowledge effectively. · A strong team player with good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders across departments and institutions. · Ability to adapt to a multi-lingual and multi-racial environment. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in English is required. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel. Work Location The Senior Conservator/Head of Section (Inorganic Objects) will mostly be based at HCC (32 Jurong Port Road, Singapore 619104), and will be required to occasionally travel to other work locations in Singapore. Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance. Salary Range: $6000-9000 (Singapore Dollar) with attractive Relocation and Benefits Package To apply, please click below to submit your application. Senior Conservator/Head of Section (Inorganic Objects), HCC | Careers@Gov <https://jobs.careers.gov.sg/jobs/hrp/17673659/005056a3-d347-1fe1-98ee-f89be564c2a8> All interested applicants should follow the instructions at the Careers@Gov website to submit their application. Deadline for submission is 19 July 2026 Please direct any questions to: Phyllis Koh [email protected] <[email protected]> ------------------------------ Lee Swee Mun Senior Assistant Director - Conservation Services Heritage Conservation Centre Singapore [email protected] ------------------------------ 4.From: Katie Proctor Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 8:14 AM Subject: Archives and Records Associations, Archive Conservation Training Scheme- Chemistry for Conservators (UK) Message: West Dean College, Tuesday 1st to Friday 4th September 2026, inclusive. The ARA's Archive Conservation Training Scheme is running it's intensive Chemistry for Conservators course at the West Dean College between Tuesday 1st to Friday 4th September 2026, inclusive. Primarily for students on the Conservation Training Scheme, the course is suitable for all conservators who would like to improve their knowledge and understanding of the chemistry of materials and treatments. The course includes lectures and laboratory sessions and is open to non-members of the ARA. The lecturer for the week is David Dorning, a specialist in book and paper conservation, who lectures on his research subject of materials science at West Dean College, and other museums and institutions worldwide. Subjects covered will include: Chemistry and Materials The Molecular view of Materials Cleaning and Organic Solvents Energy, Light and Environment Polymers, Adhesives and Consolidants Molarity, Acids and Bases Paper and Acidity Skin Materials and Tannins Iron Gall Inks and Cellulose Degradation Please note accommodation for 3 nights is included in the price (evenings of 1st, 2nd and 3rd September), the price also includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Extra accommodation may be available at the attendee's cost. If you have any further questions on the course and it's content, please email [email protected] <[email protected]> Course fees ARA Members: 1100 Non ARA Members: 1650 For booking please contact: [email protected] <[email protected]> Or visit the ARA website: ARA Archive Conservation Training Scheme - Chemistry for Conservators, 2026. - Archives & Records Association <https://www.archives.org.uk/training-events/chemistry-for-conservators-2026> Katie Proctor (she/her) ACR Conservation & Collections Care Manager | Cultural Collections & Galleries University of Leeds Libraries https://library.leeds.ac.uk/special-collections <https://library.leeds.ac.uk/special-collections> https://library.leeds.ac.uk/info/1900/galleries <https://library.leeds.ac.uk/info/1900/galleries> Follow us @LULGalleries: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/LULGalleries> / Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/lulgalleries/> / Bluesky <https://bsky.app/profile/lulgalleries.bsky.social> / TikTok <https://www.tiktok.com/@lulgalleries?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc> Brotherton Library University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT 5.From: James Black Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 4:19 PM Subject: IAPesp Virtual seminar: Metodología en conservación y restauración de vitrales Message: Date: 23 June Tutor: Paula Farina Ruiz Platform: Zoom Language: Spanish Time: Madrid: 5pm Buenos Aires/ Santiago de Chile: 12pm (midday) Lima: 10am Mexico City: 9am Habrá una presentación de 55 minutos seguida por una discusión de 15 minutos. Por favor regístrarse en Humanitix <https://events.humanitix.com/metodologia-en-conservacion-y-restauracion-de-vitrales/tickets?widget=popup> Esta charla aborda de manera integral el proceso metodológico necesario para la preservación de vitrales históricos, fundamentada en la experiencia de intervención en edificios patrimoniales. El encuentro propone un recorrido por las etapas esenciales de una intervención profesional: desde la investigación histórico-artística inicial y la elaboración de documentación técnica y fichas por panel, hasta los procesos de limpieza y reintegración material bajo criterios específicos de intervención. A través del análisis de casos de gran escala realizados en monumentos históricos de Argentina, se presentarán las fases de trabajo a modo de guía. El objetivo es establecer pautas que faciliten la toma de decisiones más adecuadas para cada paño de vitral, asegurando la trazabilidad del proceso, y el uso de materiales y técnicas reversibles. Se profundizará en cómo la metodología de trabajo no solo garantiza una restauración duradera y respetuosa, sino que se convierte en la herramienta clave para determinar el criterio de intervención óptimo frente a los desafíos particulares que presenta cada obra. Paula Farina Ruiz es técnica superior en vitrales y especialista en conservación y restauración con más de 20 años de trayectoria. Se formó en la Real Fábrica de Cristales de La Granja (España) y en el Centre International du Vitrail (Francia), donde se especializó en técnicas de pintura medieval. Para participar necesitará un dispositivo con conexión a internet que habilite la aplicación Zoom. No se necesita cámara o micrófono para participar. Este seminario no será grabado ------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ James Black Co-ordinator International Academic Projects London www.academicprojects.co.uk ------------------------------ 6.From: Heather Adams Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 4:22 PM Subject: Using magnets to temporarily display massive 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas Message: Hello, We have a 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas. The goal is to digitize and then roll it for storage. We're considering hanging it for just long enough to get good images of it. It's been lying on top of shelves for as long as I've been alive, and we have no idea what the condition will be when it comes down. Does anyone have a rule of thumb of the weight magnets could hold, or do you have other ideas for how to hang it? Thanks, Heather ------------------------------ Heather Parks Head of Preservation & Conservation Binghamton University [email protected] ------------------------------ 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 https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
