2018 Professional Development course programme at The Centre for Photographic Conservation London Enhancing the learning experience: The Centre’s programme of courses for 2018 has just been uploaded to our website http://www.cpc-moor.com The Centre for Photographic Conservation is offering a limited programme of courses and workshops on aspects of the preservation and conservation of historic photographs. The Centre's career and professional development courses offer conservators and other heritage professionals specialist training in this challenging field; enabling them to hone their practical skills and upgrade their knowledge of current developments and techniques. Course tutors are Ian Moor and Angela Moor who communicate their knowledge, expertise and passion in such a way as to bring alive the history and diversity of photography whilst still fully addressing the 21st Century problems of preserving and conserving this evocative and transient medium. Their approach cannot fail to stimulate participants to a deeper understanding of, and professional growth in this demanding discipline. Ian and Angela have been sharing their knowledge and skills with fellow heritage professionals since 1981. Whilst the courses at The Centre are intensive the 'Moors' still manage to maintain a friendly, enjoyable and informal atmosphere. MASTER CLASS I - Advanced Photographic Conservation Techniques. Ref: 100/5 This four-week workshop is for experienced conservators introducing advanced hands-on skills and current knowledge and developments in the preservation and conservation of paper based photographic images. It is assumed that applicants will have a high level of practical skills and also photographic process identification skills. Preference will be given to past participants of The Centre's "Certificated" course (Ref:100/1). Course dates: 29th January - 23rd February 2018 Preventive Conservation of Photographic Materials (Theory) Ref: 100/2 An intensive four-day course covering the identification, causes of degradation, conservation treatment options, handling, exhibition and storage of photographic materials. Course dates: 5th - 8thMarch 2018 The Identification of Photographic Processes. Ref: 100/4 An in-depth examination of the visual, process chemistry, material and degradation characteristics necessary for the identification of historic photographic processes. Course dates: 26th -29th March 2018 Rediscovering Historic Photographic Processes. Ref: 100/7 A five-day practical workshop providing an opportunity to relive the excitement experienced by the pioneers of photography combined with a user-friendly grounding in photo-chemistry. Processes taught include Fox Talbot's Photogenic Drawing and Calotype, the Salted Paper print, Fife's Direct Positive, Herschel's Cyanotype and Niépce de St. Victor's Albumen print. Course dates: 16th – 20th April 2018 ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
[Consdistlist] 2018 Professional Development course programme at The Centre for Photographic Conservation London
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