An Art Restorer, or Art Conservator, repairs or restores various pieces of fine artwork. Their duties include assessing artwork, treating art pieces and recordkeeping.
Un Art Restorer debe ser capaz de cumplir con varias funciones y responsabilidades. Las siguientes son algunas funciones y responsabilidades que un Art Restorer debe ser capaz de ejecutar:
- Examining each piece to assess its condition and restoration needs
- Applying treatments to repair and preserve the artwork
- Working with scientists and other Art Restorers to decide on the proper treatment
- Learning about the latest restoration methods
- Creating estimates to restore and preserve artwork for private clients
- Recording information about the artwork’s condition and treatments used
- Advising curators and other organization staff members on restoring and handling artwork
- Controlling the environment to prevent damage or deterioration
Un Art Restorer competitivo tendrá ciertas habilidades y calificaciones, incluyendo:
- Experience as a fine artist or in studying fine art
- Collaboration skills to work with curators, scientists and other organization staff members
- Knowledge of art restoration and preservation techniques
- Careful handling skills and gentle hands to protect the artwork
- Scientific background
- Ability to develop and maintain processes for handling artwork
- Written and verbal communication skills to work with other team members and publish research on projects
