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The aim of our Group is to provide a forum for discussion and debate on the subject of gilding and decorative surfaces which covers a wide range of objects. We organise study days, workshops and educational visits. These events, such as our conference in 2013 which was held in London, bring our members, as well as others working in the field of conservation, together to share their knowledge and concerns. We also organise social gatherings in interesting venues in order to bring members together in an informal atmosphere. We keep members informed of conferences, exhibitions and educational courses in related fields.
- £8,190
– Friday 28th June 2013.
– Monday 15th July 2013
Guildhall Art Gallery holds the City of London's permanent art collection. It is an accredited art gallery offering a lively exhibitions program to the public. The collection comprises over 4,000 oil paintings, sculptures and works on paper. Highlights include London topographical subjects from the 17th century to the present, Victorian paintings, civic and royal portraits from the 17th century onwards and the Sir Matthew Smith studio collection.
Guildhall Art Gallery is committed to supporting the professional development of recently graduated conservators and is pleased to have offered conservation internships since 2007. In this internship you will gain invaluable experience of working in a major art institution, learn about gallery practice and contribute to the daily activities of the conservation team. Over six months, you will have the opportunity - under appropriate supervision - to carry out the examination, documentation and treatment of a frame or frames from the collection required for exhibition or loan.
Our conservation team consists of a Senior Conservator (paintings) (currently a job-share), a part-time Lead Conservator (frames) and 2 part-time Conservators (1 paintings and 1 frames).
The placement requires good problem-solving skills and strong practical ability to carry out conservation and restoration treatments of frames. You should have good learning skills, the ability to work effectively as part of a team and on your own, and be motivated to developing a career in frame conservation. There is the possibility of using some of the internship for a research project, and applicants are invited to discuss any relevant areas of interest at interview. Applications from those wishing to undertake the internship part-time over a longer period will also be considered.
Applicants should have a recent conservation qualification relevant to frames. Preference will be given to graduates from UK training courses. Guildhall Art Gallery and the funders of this Internship are obliged to confirm that every applicant has a right to work in the United Kingdom. This internship cannot be carried out on a student visa and requires the intern to hold the appropriate work visa for the duration of the placement.
Call for ideas!
Following our questionnaire in 2010, the committee have endeavoured to run events that fulfil the wishes of the membership. We are now looking for more ideas of what you the members would like us to provide. If you have any suggestions or ideas for visits, courses, lectures, or activities we welcome your input. Please send your ideas to
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We are comitted to providing a running programme of events, an active ICON group, and a relevant forum for professional development. But we need your help!
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