Monthly Archives: November 2012

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Posted on November 30, 2012 by Zoe Finlay

I really enjoyed delivering my presentation to my largest audience yet recently. This one even demanded a microphone and was well attended, with 119 people coming to listen to my talk on Paper Conservation. Each time I present the talk, I … Continue reading →

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Multi-coloured mould

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Zoe Finlay

I received an object into the studio recently which had what may be the worst mould I have ever seen on a paper object. Needless to say, it went straight into quarantine to reduce the risk of any spread of … Continue reading →

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Painting exhibition; Mansion House, Jesmond, Newcastle

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Zoe Finlay

I’m going to a John Nicholson and Dunelm Fine Art open evening tomorrow night which will mark the start of their 3-day exhibition at the Mansion House in Jesmond, Newcastle, (Wednesday to Saturday this week). Looking forward to seeing a great … Continue reading →

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(Un)covered Histories

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Zoe Finlay

You just never know what you may find. This can sometimes be true of family documents which undergo conservation. Today in the studio I removed a modern, browned and acidic backing board from a wedding certificate dated 1863. In contrast … Continue reading →

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