[Consdistlist] Conference in Memory of Professor Sharon Cather, York 16-18 April 2020

[Austin Nevin]

Following the preliminary announcement sent out by Robyn Pender and Sophie
Godfraind in June, there has been so much interest in the conference
planned to celebrate Sharon Cahter’s life and achievements that it has been
decided to make this a more ambitious event in spring 2020.The conference
will now take place on 16-18 April 2020 in York (UK), in the impressive
surroundings of the Tempest Anderson Hall of the Yorkshire Museum, the
Hospitium (medieval guesthouse) in the famous 19th-century gardens of the
Museum, and the adjacent King’s Manor of the University of York. Starting
on the afternoon of Thursday 16 April, the conference will continue until
the early evening of Saturday 18 April. Further details of the programme
and practical information will be provided in due course.
The theme of the conference (and follow-up publication) will be Wall
Painting Conservation and its Dilemmas in the Twenty-first Century: A
Conference in Memory of Sharon Cather. Sharon’s colleagues will all be
aware of her constant questioning of received wisdom in the conservation
field, and of her success in pushing the boundaries in a multitude of areas
from preventive conservation to conservation education. It is therefore
felt appropriate that this conference in Sharon’s honour should take stock
of the current state of wall painting conservation internationally, and
consider potentially productive developments in the future.
Regrettably, even over two and a half days, the number of papers will need
to be limited to about 18. Many have already been offered, and others are
now invited. It is intended that collectively the contributions will cover
all periods of wall painting from ancient to contemporary, and that all
will take the opportunity of reflecting on the type of issues that were of
such concern to Sharon. Such factors will be taken into account in the
selection of papers, and speakers will also be asked kindly to provide a
firm commitment to contributing to the follow-up publication. I will now be
in touch with those who have already generously offered papers, and much
look forward to hearing from others who wish to do so. Do please also
contact David Park (david.p...@courtauld.ac.uk) if you have any other
questions at this point.

Austin Nevin, FIIC and Vice President of the IIC
Senior Lecturer University of Gothenburg, Sweden
Austin Nevin
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[Consdistlist] The 7th International AFR (Architectural Finishes Research) Conference Call for papers, Tel Aviv 2020

[AFR2020]

Studio Tchelet and The David Azrieli School of Architecture at Tel Aviv
University, will be hosting the 7th International Architectural Finishes
Research Conference in Tel Aviv, 14-15-16 October, 2020.
Previous conferences have defined research into these finishes as
Architectural Paint Research (APR).  We believe it is time to expand the
definition of our research to include all architectural finishes. For this
conference we will be addressing it as Architectural Finishes Research
(AFR).

The 2020 AFR Conference organizing committee is sending out Call for papers
and posters for its next conference.  Call for papers and submitting
instructions can be found at https://www.afr2020tlv.org/call-for-papers

Topics should ideally include but are not limited to:

1. Multidisciplinary AFR research, documentation and study - Studies using
a multidisciplinary research method, integrating cultural, historical,
investigative, material and any other discipline used in the process of
understanding and documenting a historic architectural finish in the built
environment.

2. Historical Architectural Finishes – Studies in which Architectural
Finishes research has shed new light on history, by revealing and studying
layers, traditional materials and traditional techniques. Cases in which
developing and/or new technologies and techniques have altered existing
knowledge.

3. Microscopic Examination of Historic Architectural Finishes – Studies
involving new techniques or reanalysis of existing data to further our
understanding of historic finishes and their use.

4. Murals and color systems in sacred spaces – Projects and research in
conservation and preservation in places of worship. One area of
investigation is how conservation and preservation techniques and methods
have been affected by the cultural and/or religious surrounding in which
they were undertaken.

5. Sgraffito – case studies of Sgraffito conservation; materials,
techniques, themes, styles and preservation.

Submission deadline is October 15, 2019.

We invite submissions from AFR specialists and advanced students, as well
as members of related disciplines including art conservators, preservation
architects, decorative painters, heritage managers and material scientists.

For any questions please contact Dana Lantzman at tcheletstu...@gmail.com.
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[Consdistlist] Last call for survey participants - period room preservation

[Brandi Pomfret]

To my colleagues -

I am currently writing my dissertation on period room displays, in fulfilment 
of a Master in Arts in Preventive Conservation from Northumbria University, UK. 
 As the due date is rapidly approaching I wanted to extend a final call for 
participants - whether new or as a reminder for those who took part but saved 
their progress part-way through to return at a later date - before closing the 
survey.

My research has shown that literature on the topic tends to focus on the 
Curatorial and Educational importance (or drawbacks) of the period room, rather 
than the Conservation implications involved. My goal is to focus on the methods 
of preservation employed, including when and how certain measures may take 
place, specifically for rooms that have been removed from their original 
setting and installed in an American museum. In order to ensure thorough 
research and investigation into the methods of conservation and preventive care 
used in these rooms, I have developed a survey which I am circulating to 
American institutions (historic houses and open-air museums count as well as 
the traditional arts and/or decorative arts museum).

If you work in an institution with one, or multiple, rooms in your collection, 
your participation would be much appreciated. The survey itself should only 
take 15-20 minutes (though there is also an option to save and continue later), 
and focuses on topics as varied as lighting, textile reproduction, and visitor 
access.   All personal data will be kept anonymous, and will help immensely 
with research on the topic.

The survey can be found here: 
https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PeriodRoomPreservation/

My immense thanks for your consideration.

Best,
Brandi Pomfret




BRANDI POMFRET

Owner, Collections and Exhibitions Manager

Echelon Arts Management

London, UK and NYC, USA

+44 (0)79 44529179

bra...@echelonartsmanagement.com

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[Consdistlist] Nominate by 14 September for INCCA-AP steering committee

[Anne Carter]

INCCA-Asia Pacific was established in 2014 as a regional group of the 
International Network for the Conservation of Contemporary Art 
(incca.org). INCCA-AP is now calling for nominations for its 
steering committee. As a regional group, INCCA-Asia Pacific aims to encourage 
input into INCCA projects and to become a source of information for artists, 
conservators, curators, archivists, collectors, educators and other 
contemporary art practice related professionals in the Asia Pacific region.

The role of the INCCA-AP steering committee is to develop projects which build 
relationships and promote awareness of the conservation of contemporary art.  
This may involve investigating issues relevant to group members such as 
conservation awareness, regional conservation services and skill sets, 
education and training opportunities, climate and sustainability, specialised 
material and cultures of conservation, language requirements and availability 
of materials for creative and conservation practice. INCCA-AP projects may be 
digital - through the INCCA website - or physical in the form of meetings and 
conferences.


To nominate for the INCCA-AP steering committee, you must be a current member 
of INCCA (incca.org). If you are an INCCA member, please 
forward a short description of your interest plus your curriculum vitae to 
incca...@gmail.com by 14 September 
2019. We welcome all nominations, and do not 
hesitate to email for more information! The outcome of the Steering Committee 
positions will be advised by 30 September 2019. All 
participation on the INCCA-AP steering committee is volunteer (unpaid) and is 
recommended for a period of up to 5 years.

Kind regards,
INCCA-AP
[QAGOMA]

Stanley Place, South Brisbane
PO Box 3686, South Brisbane, Queensland 4101 Australia
www.qagoma.qld.gov.au

[Quilty]

Ben Quilty / Self-portrait after Afghanistan 2012 / Private collection, Sydney 
/ Courtesy: The artist, Jan Murphy Gallery and Tolarno Galleries / Photograph: 
Mim Stirling

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[Consdistlist] ArtTrust Shanghai - China

[Fred Van de Walle]

ArtTrust is a Shanghai based company working for the international art
market and museum field. We are currently expanding our conservation
network for Chinese and international projects, courses and conferences. We
are looking for local conservators/partners regarding condition assessment,
condition survey and (de-)installation of artworks. Visit www.arttrust.art
for more information about projects. Please send your resume and a letter
of introduction to Leon Lee at l...@arttrust.art If you have any interest in
working on projects with or in China.
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[Consdistlist] Conservation Technician Ubbink Book and Paper Conservation Ottawa Canada

[Kyla Ubbink]

Ubbink Book and Paper Conservation in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is seeking a
client orientated, self-motivated, easy going person with excellent hand
skills to fulfill the position of Conservation Technician. The conservation
technician carries out basic conservation treatment and treatment
documentation of paper-based materials under the supervision and direction
of the Principle Conservator. Duties include, but are not limited to,
photography of artifacts prior to and post treatment, writing condition
reports, maintenance of laboratory space and equipment, and assisting in the
treatment of large and complicated projects. The conservation technician
also executes conservation treatments such as repairing tears,
humidification and flattening, tape removal, and other specific tasks as
their skill level permits and develops. The successful candidate will have
experience in handling and photographing works of art and artifacts, as well
as, knowledge of the historic and modern manufacture of paper-based works of
art, documents, manuscripts, maps, posters, books, and ephemera. They will
also possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and have an
enthusiasm for learning. Post-secondary education in cultural conservation,
museum studies, archives, history, fine arts or other heritage related field
is required. Full time position; salary to commensurate with experience.

Send inquiries or cover letter and resume in PDF format to
k...@bookandpaperconservation.com by August 18th, 2019.




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[Consdistlist] NATCC Call for Board Members

[Amanda Holden]

Dear Colleagues,

NATCC (North American Textile Conservation Conference) is a not-for-profit 
(501(c)3 organization that was formed to improve the quality of textile 
conservation by sponsoring biennial conferences and publishing the papers from 
those conferences. Currently, we have two board positions open and we are 
inviting applications from our North American colleagues to join the 12-member 
board of NATCC.

As specified in the NATCC Bylaws, new Directors are elected by a majority of 
the Board to serve a 4-year term. Board members, who must be practicing textile 
conservators, curators, or scientists, are responsible for the organization of 
the biennial conferences. The NATCC Board meets twice per year, once during the 
AIC Annual Meeting and once at another time and place agreed upon by the Board. 
During a biennial conference year, the second meeting generally occurs on the 
day after the conference. The language of business for the Board is English.  
NATCC is unable to reimburse Board members for travel expenses associated with 
attending Board meetings.

We are especially interested in bringing our meetings to a wider geographic 
area, which requires regional board members to serve as the nucleus for the 
local committee. With that in mind, we would like to hear from our colleagues 
throughout Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Among the qualifications that 
the NATCC Board is seeking are - a proven ability to work collaboratively, 
fluency in Spanish and/or French, South/Central American affiliations, 
institutional support, and/or previous Board experience.

Those interested in serving on this congenial Board should write a letter 
describing their experience, qualification and statement of interest. Please 
send this letter and curriculum vitae to: Christine Giuntini, NATCC Secretary, 
christine.giunt...@metmuseum.org.  
Letters are due by September 9, 2019; the Board will announce its decision by 
October 1, 2019.

We invite you to contact any current Board member for more information:
Caterina Florio, 
caterina.flo...@museedelhistoire.ca;
 Christine Giuntini, 
christine.giunt...@metmuseum.org; 
Amanda Holden, 
ahol...@discovernewfields.org; Iliana 
López, ilisal...@hotmail.com; Esther Méthé, 
estherme...@gmail.com; Hector Meneses, 
hmene...@museotextil.org; Denise Migdail, 
dmigd...@asianart.org; Lorena Román, 
jbgcl...@prodigy.net.mx; Elizabeth Shaeffer, 
elizabeth.a.shaef...@gmail.com; Sarah 
Stevens, zephyrp...@gmail.com; Howard Sutcliffe, 
rrtextileconservat...@gmail.com; Joel 
Thompson, jthomp...@mfa.org

Please share this message with textile conservation colleagues who may not 
subscribe to this list.  Thank you.
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[Consdistlist] Information about the ConsDistList move

[Bonnie Naugle]

Dear ConsDistList subscribers,
I hope to send you weekly updates and reminders about the move from this 
platform on CoOL to our new home on the AIC and FAIC Online Community (which is 
at https://community.culturalheritage.org). The timeline for this move is early 
to mid-September.

Staff members of the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) are managing the 
technical aspects of this transition, alongside moderator Scott Devine and 
FAIC's Digital Strategies Advocate Matt Morgan. You may recall that the list 
will be renamed the "Global Conservation Forum." Scott has agreed to send the 
posts as a daily email unless you request a weekly subscription. 

The new platform is more closely tied to AIC, and you may receive communication 
about this move from the email address cont...@culturalheritage.org. When we 
launch the new forum, the digests will be sent from AIC and FAIC via 
donotre...@connectedcommunity.org. This is the platform's email address. Please 
add these addresses to your approved senders list.

Over the next few weeks, you will receive an email based on your database 
record history with us:

1. If you have created a profile in the past 6 to 10 years, perhaps by being an 
AIC member, donating to FAIC, purchasing something in our online store, or 
registering for an event, you are likely still in our system. You will receive 
an email from cont...@culturalheritage.org with instructions on updating your 
profile for your ConsDistList subscription.

2. If you have not interacted with AIC or FAIC (aside from joining this list), 
you will receive an email with instructions to create a profile in our database 
for your ConsDistList subscription.


Please write with any questions!

Best,
Bonnie

Bonnie Naugle
Communications & Membership Director

american institute for conservation
Preserving Cultural Heritage

bnau...@culturalheritage.org
727 15th St NW | Suite 500 | Washington, DC | 20005
https://www.culturalheritage.org
 

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[Consdistlist] Clare Hampson Funded Icon Internship in Book Conservation

[Patrick Whife]

Clare Hampson Funded Icon Internship in Book Conservation
British Library
12-month Internship starting November 2019
Location: British Library
Educational Stipend: £17,000

Funded by the Clare Hampson fund, the Icon internship will focus the 
conservation of manuscripts, archive materials and books and offers experience 
of working in a multidisciplinary conservation department in a large 
institution.

Overview of the host:  The British Library (BL) is the national library of the 
United Kingdom and one of the world's greatest research libraries. Our mission 
is to advance knowledge to enrich lives, by preserving our collections for the 
future and striving to make them as accessible as possible to the public. There 
ae an estimated 160 million physical items in the library with manuscripts and 
rare books comprising a significant proportion.

Opportunities: The intern will conserve/preserve items from the British 
Library's collections in order to improve the longevity, stability and 
accessibility of these items. They will learn how to make treatment decisions 
for a range of collection items considering these within a spectrum from museum 
artefact through to functioning, working object to meet the conservation 
challenges and accessibility needs of a national institution. There will be the 
opportunity to work with Preventive Conservation colleagues and on items for 
exhibition and loan and to advocate for the profession through our events and 
outreach programme.

Across the year, with the support of their supervisor, the Intern will be given 
the opportunity to gain experience of standard book conservation on primarily, 
but not exclusively, paper-based objects from a range of cultural material 
including archival collections.

Please apply using the application form on the Icon website only. 
https://icon.org.uk/training/internships

Closing date: 23rd September 2019
Interviews will be held on during the first / second week of October 2019.
Questions: train...@icon.org.uk
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[Consdistlist] Please take part: Short survey - Managing Preservation / Enabling Access (Aoife Larkin)

[Events]

I am a Masters student studying Preventive Conservation with Northumbria 
University, UK.


Research: Many collections aim to increase and broaden physical engagement with 
their special collections (e.g. research, demonstrations, display, lending) but 
handling presents one of the greatest risks of degradation.  This survey aims 
to identify and quantify the various ways in which different organisations 
manage physical access to their collections, with the view to asking how such 
physical access could be better supported.


Do you work for an organisation with a collection of historic books? Or more 
generally, is handling/direct access to your collections key to your 
organisation's outreach/values? If so, your feedback will be very valuable to 
this study.


Below is a link to an electronic survey which takes approximately 3 minutes to 
complete. If you would like to take part in this study, or you know someone 
else who it could be relevant to, please click on or share the link.


https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Z2FR5KM

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Managing Preservation / Enabling 
Access
Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.
www.surveymonkey.co.uk



Sincere thanks for your participation.


Aoife Larkin

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[Consdistlist] Office Manager Position (Atlanta Art Conservation Center)

[Kristen Gillette]

Greetings!

The Atlanta Art Conservation Center is seeking an Office Manager. The
position is available immediately. See description below.


We ask that applicants please send a *Resume* and a brief *Cover
Letter* to *a...@williamstownart.org
.*

*Office Manager Job Description*

This is a part time job of 20 hours per week with benefits. The proposed
schedule is four days a week, M-Th from 9am-3pm with an hour long (unpaid)
lunch break. AACC was established in December 2001 as a partnership between
the Williamstown Art Conservation Center and the High Museum of Art to
provide conservation services to cultural institutions throughout the
Southeastern United States.


*Duties*

-Managing client correspondence by phone, e-mail and face to face with
clients.

-Setting up appointments for clients to bring in their artwork for
consultations with our objects, paper, and paintings conservators.

-Managing/updating our computer database

-Maintaining/organizing our current paper filing system.

-Managing the intake/outtake of artwork (includes processing client
payments)

-ordering materials/supplies for the studio

-facilitating weekly staff meeting with conservators and create agenda.

-Managing communication with our parent organization in Williamstown, MA by
phone, e-mail, and video conferencing.


*Required Skill Set*

-Strong organization and communication skills.

-Computer software skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat Pro.

-Willingness to pursue the growth of the center.


*Desired Skill Set*

-Experience with fine art, art handling and lab familiarity

-Supporting conservation staff with hands-on work (training provided) to
possibly include photography, wrapping and un-wrapping art objects, and
framing
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