The Photographic Materials Group is pleased to announce this hands-on workshop on the recovery of flood-damaged photographic materials, led by conservator Ana Carreres.
Wednesday 5th August: 10am - 5pm
Thursday 6th August: 10am - 3pm
Over the course of one and a half days, participants will learn the theory and technique of simultaneous separation and cleaning of blocked photographs, developed during the flood recovery efforts following the disastrous 2024 floods in Valencia, Spain.
The workshop will be held at The National Archives, Richmond, UK, with a theoretical introduction to the separation and cleaning of blocked photographs followed by practical step-by-step treatment techniques using real materials.
The workshop will also cover drying techniques, space management, the legal and ethical constraints of working with family heritage, and highlight the positive impact of conservation work on communities affected by natural disaster.
This workshop will help participants gain confidence when dealing with real-life disaster recovery scenarios.
This workshop is designed for a small group of up to 11 participants.
