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1. Corroding ironwork 2. RE: Adhesive for ethafoam? 3. Sad news - Sharon Manitta, textile conservator 4. RE: Inquiry on Training Courses for Anatomical Identification of Wood in Artworks 5. WAAC 2026 Annual Meeting: Early-bird rates end May 31! 6. [EVENT] Icon26 Group Event: 'Treatment Cycles for Easel Paintings' ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Simon Moore Posted: Friday May 29, 2026 7:30 AM Subject: Corroding ironwork Message: I have a few 15th/16th century knife blades that are showing signs of flaking - the blade surfaces are slightly lifting, I suspect due to ferric chloride in the blade. Is there a (preferably non-electrolytic) process that will safely remove these unwanted salts from the ironwork and bring it to a stable condition? Also, is there a UK-based product that I can get to prevent further deterioration should the RH increase during the colder months where they are stored? With all good wishes, Simon Simon Moore MIScT, RSci, FLS, ACR Conservator of Natural Sciences and Cutlery Historian. www.natural-history-conservation.com 2.From: Mark Anderton Posted: Friday May 29, 2026 7:30 AM Subject: RE: Adhesive for ethafoam? Message: Hello Tara, At National Museums Liverpool, England, UK, we've been using Techbond 240 manufactured by Power Adhesives. It's an EVA-based hot-melt adhesive that has passed the Oddy test in the UK as suitable for permanent use. A cursory Google search suggests it is available in the US. https://www.poweradhesives.com/adhesives/tecbond-240/ <https://www.poweradhesives.com/adhesives/tecbond-240/> I can provide our Oddy test results for reference, however I'd be mindful that the composition of products can vary if they're manufactured in different parts of the world. For peace of mind, It might be prudent to repeat the Oddy test with a sample from a US supplier. I hope that's helpful. Kind Regards, Mark ------------------------------ Mark Anderton Preventive Conservator National Museums Liverpool Liverpool, England, United Kingdom [email protected] ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 05-26-2026 10:56 From: Tara Kennedy Subject: Adhesive for ethafoam? Dear Colleagues- What are conservators using nowadays to adhere ethafoam to corrugate board that is safe for permanent storage? All of the hot low temp melt adhesives do not pass Oddy and I am looking for something that can be used outside of a lab setting easily. I can use PVA if I need to, but was hoping for other solutions. Thanks so much for your suggestions and recommendations in advance, Tara ------------------------------ ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Tara D. Kennedy Head, Preventive Conservation Yale Center for Library Preservation and Conservation New Haven, CT National Heritage Responder (NHR) Co-Chair of the NHR Working Group Health and Safety Network Member ------------------------------ 3.From: Helena Jaeschke Posted: Friday May 29, 2026 11:16 AM Subject: Sad news - Sharon Manitta, textile conservator Message: I'm sorry to announce that Sharon Manitta, graduate of the Textile Conservation Centre, textile conservator, former dress designer and lecturer in fashion history, and long time advocate for Democrats Abroad in the UK, died peacefully from cancer on Tuesday 26th May 2026. She was a powerful advocate for conservation and frequently spoke with the media to correct their inaccurate references to conservators and their work: for a while she was the press contact for the United Kingdom Institute for Conservation (before it became ICON). After she came to the UK to study at the TCC she stayed, settling in Salisbury, Wiltshire, and rewarded those who helped her with fresh-baked brownies and other American treats. She was a fount of knowledge about textiles, fashion and American politics, having campaigned for the young JFK and interviewed Lennon and Ono for Rolling Stones magazine among her many experiences. She was a generous friend, a dedicated textile conservator and a committed democrat. She will be much missed. https://www.textileconservationcentre.org.uk/sites/default/files/Postgraduate_Diploma_in_Textile_Conservation.pdf <https://www.textileconservationcentre.org.uk/sites/default/files/Postgraduate_Diploma_in_Textile_Conservation.pdf> 1991 MANITTA, Sharon The conservation of a mid 19th century fully clothed wax-headed doll 1473 A&I Kensington Palace Helena Jaeschke MDSW 4.From: Carola Schueller Posted: Friday May 29, 2026 11:17 AM Subject: RE: Inquiry on Training Courses for Anatomical Identification of Wood in Artworks Message: Hi Catarina, it might be a bit far to travel to, but I can also highly recommend the classes offered by Randy Wilkinson (Fallon & Wilkinson), Furniture Conservator in Connecticut - USA. He has taught classes at universities to conservation students and courses to professionals in affiliated fields for many years. Wood Identification and Gilding Restoration Classes <https://www.fallonwilkinson.com/classes-workshops-wood-identification-gilding-restoration/> Additionally, the Wooden Artifacts Group of AIC is planning online lectures about wood identification together with Arlen Heginbothom (Getty). Best wishes, Carola ------------------------------ Carola Schueller Objects Conservator Preservation Society of Newport County Newport United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 05-27-2026 08:56 From: Ana Pinheiro Subject: Inquiry on Training Courses for Anatomical Identification of Wood in Artworks Dear colleagues, I would like to inquire whether anyone is aware of existing training opportunities-courses, workshops, or short-term programs-focused on the anatomical identification of wood species, specifically in the context of artworks and cultural heritage objects. I am particularly interested in hands-on or practice-oriented training that addresses identification methods relevant to conservation and technical art history (e.g., macroscopic and microscopic features, sampling strategies, and diagnostic criteria for commonly used species in art objects). If you know of any institutions, universities, or organizations that offer such courses (preferably in-person), I would be very grateful if you could share with me. Thank you in advance for your time and assistance. Best regards, Catarina Pinheiro Técnica Superior, Biologia, Laboratório Analítico | Laboratório José de Figueiredo Rua das Janelas Verdes (s/ nº frente ao nº96) | 1249-018 Lisboa | Portugal | (+351) 213 934 200 5.From: Christina Bean Posted: Friday May 29, 2026 2:49 PM Subject: WAAC 2026 Annual Meeting: Early-bird rates end May 31! Message: Early bird registration for the 2026 WAAC Annual Meeting will end May 31! If you've been waiting to secure your spot for another incredible gathering of the art conservation community, now is the time to act. Western Association for Art Conservation - Meetings <https://waac.wildapricot.org/Meetings> Here is everything you need to know to get ready: August 29: Pre-conference activities + Welcome Gathering August 30 – September 1: Annual Meeting & Conference Sessions Quick Tips Before You Register Check Your Status: Remember, you'll need to join WAAC or renew your membership for 2026 before you can register for the event. New & Improved System: We've upgraded the registration platform to make the process smoother than ever. If you need a hand, we've posted step-by-step PDF guides for both registering and renewing on our site. Call for Presentations is OPEN! Got a project, latest research, or unique case study to share? Submissions are open until June 15th. Head over to the WAAC website to find the details and submit your abstract: Western Association for Art Conservation - Presentation Submission <https://waac.wildapricot.org/Presentation-Submission> A massive thank you to our 2026 conference co-organizers, Casey Mallinckrodt and Sarah Melching, for setting the stage for a fantastic gathering. Ready to join us? Head to the WAAC website to renew, register, or submit your presentation today! Western Association for Art Conservation - Welcome to WAAC <https://waac.wildapricot.org/> ------------------------------ Christina Bean Conservator University of California, Riverside Library Riverside United States ------------------------------ 6.From: Katarina Trajkovic Posted: Friday May 29, 2026 7:19 PM Subject: [EVENT] Icon26 Group Event: 'Treatment Cycles for Easel Paintings' Message: Icon26 Group Event: 'Treatment Cycles for Easel Paintings' How long do conservation treatments really last - and how do we decide when it is time to intervene again? Join the Paintings Group for a thought-provoking online session exploring the treatment cycles of easel paintings. 22 June 2026 2 pm – 5 pm BST | Online This event brings together conservation professionals to reflect on how treatments evolve and endure over time, and how decisions around care, re-treatment, and long-term outcomes are made in practice. Through a series of short presentations, speakers will share insights drawn from case studies, research, and professional experience. The session will address key questions around the lifespan of conservation treatments, what influences the need for further intervention, and how approaches shift in response to new research and changing contexts. The programme will also engage with core conservation principles, such as minimal intervention and reversibility, considering how these are interpreted and applied in real-world scenarios rather than as fixed or universal rules. Designed for conservators, students, and anyone with an interest in paintings conservation, this session offers an opportunity to gain practical insights, engage with current thinking, and connect with peers across the field. The full programme and speaker information will be announced soon. For booking and further information, please visit Icon's Event page <https://www.icon.org.uk/events/icon26-group-event-treatment-cycles-for-easel-paintings.html>. ------------------------------ Katarina Trajkovic Student, MA Conservation of Fine Art (Easel Paintings) Northumbria University Newcastle Program in Preventive Conservation/Conservation of Fine Art ------------------------------ You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
