Category Archives: Media articles of interest

If, like me, you have found it heartbreaking to hear the news of the supposed destruction of Timbuktu’s ancient manuscripts, (or MSS), then you may be interested to read the below two articles which give a slightly different, and perhaps more … Continue reading →

What with all this snow we’re having, you may be foregoing your keep fit class, countryside walks or just looking for an excuse to not leave the house! So here are two very good excuses.. If you didn’t see them … Continue reading →

The January newsletter will be available this Friday. Check back to this blog on Friday morning for a link or keep an eye on my ‘Newsletter’ page on this site. If you’d like to be added to the email circulation … Continue reading →

It may seem a little out-of-place here on a paper conservation blog but this is conservation – just of a different kind. Please remember to feed our birds during all this cold and snowy weather. This is a very difficult … Continue reading →

A happy new year to all; I hope that you have had plenty of time to relax and recharge your batteries amidst the usual rush and mayhem of Christmas! I had a great time relaxing with family and friends as well … Continue reading →

I would like to wish everyone a very happy festive season and a fantastic 2013! With very best wishes, Zoe

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 →

My latest newsletter – the last one for 2012 – is now available on the page, ‘Newsletters’ or by clicking this link:  October 2012 Newsletter – Zoe Finlay Paper Conservation I hope you enjoy it and find the article on … Continue reading →