Conservation and collection management seminar

Are you an emerging arts worker, collector, art student—or simply passionate about art?

Following the success of last year’s session, we’re excited to bring back this two-day seminar focused on the care of art objects. Over two days, you'll develop essential skills in object handling, environmental storage, packing and transport, installation and condition reporting. Deepen your understanding of art conservation and collection management, and gain practical insights into complex registration systems to strengthen your expertise in the field.

Day 1: The Art Object in Motion

Content includes:

• Introduction to constituent parts of artworks such as paintings, prints and ceramics, with museum-standard handling techniques

• Hands-on practice in handling and moving objects safely

• Environmental storage and maintenance, including cultural sensitivity and hazardous materials awareness

• Packing and transport methods covering soft and hard packing, crates and travelling frames

• Installation and supports with a focus on teamwork for exhibitions and identifying or creating supports

• Insights into workplace readiness and skill development in collection management

Day 2: Examination and Reporting

Content includes:

• Examination of artworks and identifying structural issues

• Writing condition reports to professional standards

• Pair work to examine paintings and prepare condition reports with guidance from conservation professionals

• Presentation and feedback on participants’ reports

• An optional talk on the conservation treatment of a historic artwork