From the blurred impressionism of Vincent Van Gogh to the surreal modern works of Sorayama, artists have traditionally stuck with the old-style easel and canvas. It does make sense that this medium would be used most often, as many paintings on such a surface have lasted hundreds of years. However, let us remember that the cave paintings have lasted thousands of years and did not have the museum protections of our modern figurative and genre art.
Any museum worth a reputation will have frames, hangers, glass covers and supports available in order to keep the hand oils, dirt, sweat and exhilaration off the priceless works of their many artists. Particularly well-funded museums, such as the Vatican, contain vaults which are temperature and pressure-controlled. Many of the works which originated from the segment of history known as the Renaissance are stored in such vaults.
Anyone wishing to preserve their own work can utilize aerosol sealant sprays that will help their painting adhere to the surface of the canvas. Covering this with glass is also highly recommended, especially if one intends to pass the work down to following generations. If properly cared for, generations of a family can appreciate the artistic talent of one of their own.
Yard sales are often places where artwork is sold to the public, and often the work will require cleaning when it gets home. There are some collectors who believe that cleaning a piece can lower the overall value of the work. However, professionals of restoration know there are methods utilized which do not damage the canvas or the paint.
Should a piece prove that to be quite rare, it ought to be taken to a museum right away for preservation and display to the public. If it is a personal piece which is not very dirty, it is recommended to dust the surface with a hard-bristled paint brush. Emulsion cleaners can be used for a particularly soiled item, but one must use caution.
Cleaning oil-based paintings wherein the artist utilized linen as his or her medium is a bit more complicated, but still sometimes possible. Unfortunately, paintings on linen do suffer a greater degree of deterioration than canvas artwork, but there is one odd yet true method to clean the dirt without removing the paint. Saliva is the cleaner of choice, and it is not uncommon for professional restorationists to spit on it.
Street art, legally defined as graffiti art has escaped the subway and gone into the mainstream of city life. Visitors to the city love stumbling upon beautiful additions to the usually drab colors of the city, and some street pieces have been copyrighted and granted special recognition. The effort of preserving these pieces generally comes in the form of fighting in a city counsel.
Simply dusting the painting is quite effective for most hobby artists. Liquid cleaners should be avoided for cleaning these paintings because they are so new, and one does not want their colors to fade. Before putting any liquid on the painting, double check to see if the paint is acrylic or oil-based.
Any museum worth a reputation will have frames, hangers, glass covers and supports available in order to keep the hand oils, dirt, sweat and exhilaration off the priceless works of their many artists. Particularly well-funded museums, such as the Vatican, contain vaults which are temperature and pressure-controlled. Many of the works which originated from the segment of history known as the Renaissance are stored in such vaults.
Anyone wishing to preserve their own work can utilize aerosol sealant sprays that will help their painting adhere to the surface of the canvas. Covering this with glass is also highly recommended, especially if one intends to pass the work down to following generations. If properly cared for, generations of a family can appreciate the artistic talent of one of their own.
Yard sales are often places where artwork is sold to the public, and often the work will require cleaning when it gets home. There are some collectors who believe that cleaning a piece can lower the overall value of the work. However, professionals of restoration know there are methods utilized which do not damage the canvas or the paint.
Should a piece prove that to be quite rare, it ought to be taken to a museum right away for preservation and display to the public. If it is a personal piece which is not very dirty, it is recommended to dust the surface with a hard-bristled paint brush. Emulsion cleaners can be used for a particularly soiled item, but one must use caution.
Cleaning oil-based paintings wherein the artist utilized linen as his or her medium is a bit more complicated, but still sometimes possible. Unfortunately, paintings on linen do suffer a greater degree of deterioration than canvas artwork, but there is one odd yet true method to clean the dirt without removing the paint. Saliva is the cleaner of choice, and it is not uncommon for professional restorationists to spit on it.
Street art, legally defined as graffiti art has escaped the subway and gone into the mainstream of city life. Visitors to the city love stumbling upon beautiful additions to the usually drab colors of the city, and some street pieces have been copyrighted and granted special recognition. The effort of preserving these pieces generally comes in the form of fighting in a city counsel.
Simply dusting the painting is quite effective for most hobby artists. Liquid cleaners should be avoided for cleaning these paintings because they are so new, and one does not want their colors to fade. Before putting any liquid on the painting, double check to see if the paint is acrylic or oil-based.
