I know my last post was about family portraits but you have GOT TO SEE this one! This family portrait was brought to us by the exhibits coordinator for the National archives and was really in sad shape. Notice the 18″ slash down the left side. Here’s a raking light shot of the distortions/gathers in […]
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UV Blacklight info, I need your help…
Hey y’all. I’m planning to promote an UV Blacklight package for collectors and I have a phone script I need to test. Can I talk to you on the phone? It’ll take a few minutes. Call me at 805 570 4140 or email me your phone number at best_artdoc@yahoo.com. I don’t need to be your […]
UV Black light a Smart Way To Inspect Collectibles, Heirlooms – See Short Video
You don’t have to be a sophisticated collector of art to need a UV black light in your pocket when you are antiquing, gallery hopping or wandering around auction previews. If you have one in hand, its FUN to see the hidden conditions, restorations etc! Here’s a short video about a painting collector who didn’t […]
Even Trash Can Be Turned Into Art Treasure with Proper Conservation
Shockingly, this stunning piece was found flaking and dingy in the garbage! An inept attempt was made to “restore” it that involved an abundant application of wax to hold the painting together and a wipe with solvent to remove part of the dirt. The Dumpster Diver who discovered the painting donated it to a collector who recognized that under […]
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