By Susan Duhl – Art Conservator/Collections Consultant Swab cleaning collections after a furnace malfunction caused soot puff-back. Photo courtesy of Brian Howard and Associates. Fire-related disasters result in a complexity of problems from chemical and physical damages, and from the extreme sensitivity of handling soot-covered and burnt objects. Heat, charring, smoke, soot, ash, water and […]
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The United Kingdom’s Southampton City Art Gallery’s (SCAG’s) permanent collection has more than 3,800 works of art that spans eight centuries and includes paintings by Old Masters, French Impressionists, 19th and 20th century British artists, as well as contemporary British art. Among the highlights of the collection are the Perseus series (1876-88). Based on a number of
The concept The design of the new display cases for the paintings by Sebastiano del Piombo is based on a study focused on two main criteria: to preserve the paintings within cases that fulfill the role of protecting the works from damage due to both mechanical events and microclimatic variations; to respect the exhibition conceived by the architect
The Netherlands’ Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam re-opens in April following a 10-year transformation AMSTERDAM, Netherlands (April 5, 2013) — Masterpieces from Rembrandt van Rijn to Piet Mondriaan will be seen in a new light when the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam re-opens to the public April 13, 2013 following a 10-year transformation. More than 100 pieces are framed
The retail landscape is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, accelerated by recent global events. The shift in consumer behavior, where shoppers prioritize convenience, safety, and efficiency, is driving how retail is adapting to changing consumer needs. This move toward technology-driven shopping presents a significant opportunity for fabricators to be part of the solution. Learn how
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Is your quick service restaurant (QSR) leveraging digital signage? If not, you might want to reconsider. According to industry expert Dave Haynes, “limited dine-in may negate the need for digital menu-boards at order counters” and “chains that don’t normally have drive-thru, will.” The COVID-19 pandemic forced customers to modify their shopping behavior and how they interact
When you think of anti-reflective glass what comes to mind? Perhaps eyewear? Or glass for framed photography? There are many types and applications for anti-reflective glass. For example, anti-reflective glass is often used in commercial spaces like vehicle showrooms, restaurants, sports arenas, zoos, aquariums, retail store fronts, museums, bus stops and a number of other
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An eye-catching and cleanly designed sign has the power to entice a potential customer to make a purchase or could produce an upsell opportunity. But what happens when Mother Nature has other ideas? The sunniest of days could be trouble—hiding your product or message behind massive glare. Whether you’ve purchased your first indoor glass display
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By Jim DeCoux, R&D Manager for Tru Vue Anti-static sputter-coated acrylic protects and displays fragile artwork. The static charge of many conventional glazing products may be enough to damage friable media, such as charcoals, pastels, artwork with delicate surfaces, lightweight papers and textiles. Friable media contain minimal binding agents and, without adequate protection, may separate
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Photo by Coby Brock Earlier this year, we were approached by Coby Brock, a prolific photographer based in Anchorage, Alaska. He was interested in acrylic in general but had some questions regarding TruLife® Acrylic. The best way to answer many of those questions is to see the product in action, so we face mounted an
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By Bryan Esler Every photographer, one day or another, will be asked to give away photos. This is something that most photographers either have a strict policy about or decide on a case-by-case basis. While the idea of giving away your work might be a tricky one to accept, it’s also something that might help
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By Jason Hahn My TruLife Face Mounted Acrylic Photographic Print produced by ArtisanHD. A snowy sunrise over the Rocky Mountains, the color just went on forever, turning this winter landscape into a dreamscape. Many of us love the experience of creating photos but have a habit of stockpiling those photos on a mishmash of drives
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By Levi Sim – Owner/Photographer/ Public Speaker at Levi Sim Photography Sharing pictures from beautiful places is one of my favorite things to do, especially when I’ve hiked to get there. However, if I suddenly had to choose between never taking a picture for the rest of my life or never hiking for the rest of my
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By Hannah Pearman, Director of Communications, HeARTs Speak The ‘Law of Cause and Effect’ states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. It’s the thought-provoking concept that whatever we send into the universe comes back to us — and it’s a concept that seems to run neatly parallel to the arts.
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Even since before the advent of modern photographic film in the 1880s, people were experimenting with adding color to photographs. Over time, photography became a respected art form, and people became accustomed to black and white photography, developing and mastering the techniques that we now deem elementary. But as technology advanced and color photography became easily
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Modern architecture continuously pushes the boundaries of design, often seeking a harmonious blend between structure and surroundings. However, a key challenge of this architectural vision lies in achieving transparency and unobstructed views, seamlessly connecting the interior with the exterior. In pursuit of this goal, architects and designers are turning more to anti-reflective glass, a specialized material
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By Helen Dowding, Paintings Conservator, and Julia Carver, Fine Art Curator, Bristol Museums In 2023, an outgoing loan of several paintings on display at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery provided an opportunity to revitalise a display of paintings in a key location in the museum building. One painting being loaned – The Last Moments of Raphael by Henry Nelson
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By Emily Phoenix, Conservation Associate and former Head Preparator, George Eastman Museum At the George Eastman Museum, a glazing solution utilizing Optium Museum Acrylic® as reproduction reverse-painted passe-partouts was fabricated to help preserve French daguerreotypes. This creative use of anti-reflective, modern glazing materials enhances the display of these objects, while providing a historically accurate and protective presentation. Applying
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By Mariana Salvarrey, MSc, Tru Vue International Museum and Conservation Liaison for Northern and Southern Europe and the United Arab Emirates 2023 was another successful year for the Icon / Tru Vue Conservation and Exhibition Grant Scheme with several projects coming to completion and a new round of awardees ready to start in 2024. From toys to
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By Matt Payne, Fine Art Landscape Photographer Nature and landscape photographers are known for their pursuit of perfection when it comes to printing, displaying, and selling their fine art photographic prints, and rightfully so! A lot of blood, sweat, and tears goes into the making of our artwork, and we want the best for our
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One evening in late Sept. 1892, spectators squinted through the dimly-lit fog to see a group of men jostling on the field below. It was the first recorded football game played at night. Edison’s carbon-thread incandescent lamps provided the light, but not particularly well. The game was stopped at the midway point due to low visibility.
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With home sales in the US reaching historic highs, chances are that you know someone who has moved or purchased a new home recently. Uprooting one’s life and moving to a new home can be one of the most difficult and daunting tasks in anyone’s life. This, combined with our desire to commemorate life milestones, is one
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Finding the right gifts for new parents or a baby shower is no easy task. Did you know that 40 percent of all family households in the United States have children living in the home? That leaves another 60% of us who are probably clueless about what a new parent really needs for their child! Pregnancy and the process
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Holiday gifting season is fast approaching. As in years past, people face shopping for gifts with equal measures of excitement and dread. It’s exciting to anticipate the fun of sharing time and gifts with loved ones and friends during a happy celebration. Dread comes with fearing the gifts chosen might disappoint or not live up
It’s no secret that sports dominate our lives as Americans from childhood all the way to the end of adulthood which makes protecting these memories even more important. Sports Memories Range from Youth Leagues to Professional Sports Did you know that a staggering 71.8% of kids in the US participated in at least one sporting activity in
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Lazar Gintchin is a Colorado based fine art photographer with a large portfolio of nature and landscape images from around the world. Living close to the mountains he often photographs there; however, he also travels within the US and internationally in search of magical landscapes. He creates “windows to nature” through high quality large format photo
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According to market and intelligence firm, Mordor Intelligence, “The US LED Market was valued at USD 9.89 billion in 2020 and expected to reach USD 17.06 billion by 2026 and to register a CAGR of 9.6% over the forecast period 2021 to 2026. The growing demand for energy-efficient lighting systems, declining prices of LED products, and
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Through responsible and conscientious procurement, consumption, and production, we’re working to make a positive impact on the planet, for today and for generations to come. Sustainability is nothing new for Tru Vue. Rather, it is woven into our Core Values, the principles that reflect who we are as an organization. From workplace environment to carbon
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By Gwen Spicer, conservator in private practice, and Yadin Larochette, Tru Vue museum and conservation liaison Studies have shown that microfiber cloths are more effective at removing particulates, including germs, from surfaces than other types of cloths. Since their introduction into the market in the 1990s, they have been incorporated into glazing cleaning protocols for framed
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By Manuel Arturo Torres Fernandez de la Vega, director, Museo Arqueológico RP Gustavo Le Paige SJ – San Pedro de Atacama, Universidad Católica del Norte (translated and abridged by Yadin Larochette) The History of the R.P. Gustavo Le Paige S.J. Archeological Museum Located in the Antofagasta region, the remote town of San Pedro de Atacama
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