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1. Short courses at Fondazione Opificio in Florence, Italy: Talking about Photography, a sereis on preservation and conservation 2. Job Posting: Associate Conservator of Costume and Textiles at Philadelphia Museum of Art 3. Join the AIC Equity and Inclusion Committee: Your Voice Matters! 4. Seeking current and past information on Photograph Conservator positions and fellowships worldwide 5. RE: Using magnets to temporarily display massive 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Barbara Cattaneo Posted: Friday June 12, 2026 8:56 AM Subject: Short courses at Fondazione Opificio in Florence, Italy: Talking about Photography, a sereis on preservation and conservation Message: Dear all, Fondazione Opificio, in collaboration with the Opificio delle Pietre Dure, promotes an advanced training programme consisting of specialist seminars and interdisciplinary workshops dedicated to the conservation and management of cultural heritage. The programme is delivered both in presence in Florence, at the Opificio delle Pietre Dure, and online. Theoretical courses are offered in three formats: in presence, live online participation, and on-demand video recordings.The complete catalogue of short courses is available here: Fondazione Opificio Short Courses Catalogue <https://www.fondazioneopificio.it/en/short-courses/?utm_source=chatgpt.com> Three courses are specifically dedicated to photograph conservation: Talking about Photography: Preservation or Display Strategy? Studies on Reprinting Photographic Artworks by Living Artists21 SeptemberLecturers: Roberta Piantavigna, Marta Garcia Celma, Monica MarchesiModerator: Barbara CattaneoFormat: in presence and online Talking about Photography: From Theory to Practice The Use of Gels in Photographic Conservation (course held in Italian)23 OctoberLecturers: Andrea Del Bianco, Melissa Gianferrari, Barbara Cattaneo, Giulia FraticelliFormat: in presence and online Talking about Photography: Large-Format Colour Photography The Artist's, the Conservator's and the Handler's Perspectives26 OctoberLecturers: Roberta Piantavigna, Alex ClarkeFormat: in presence only For any further information, please contact me, or [email protected] <[email protected]>Best regards Barbara Cattaneo, PhDSenior photograph and paper conservator, Opificio delle Pietre Dure - Florence (Italy)Adjunct researcher, Institute of Applied Physics Nello Carrara - National Research Council (IFAC CNR) - Sesto Fiorentino (Italy)[email protected] <[email protected]> [email protected] <[email protected]> 2.From: Bernice Morris Posted: Friday June 12, 2026 8:57 AM Subject: Job Posting: Associate Conservator of Costume and Textiles at Philadelphia Museum of Art Message: The Philadelphia Museum of Art is hiring for an Associate Conservator of Costume and Textiles. Reporting to the Senior Conservator of Costume and Textiles, the Associate Conservator will take part in the preservation, conservation treatment, research and presentation of the museum's renowned textile holdings, which include global dress and fashion, flat textiles, textile art, tapestries, carpets, and composite works of art from all museum curatorial departments. Candidates must possess outstanding visual and manual aptitudes, strong written and oral communication skills, a sound historical and technical knowledge of costume and textiles, and demonstrated ability to deal with the complexities and dynamic pace of a large cultural institution. Further information and instruction on how to apply can be found at the PMA website <https://philamuseum.applytojob.com/apply/n2XT8i1wHH/Associate-Conservator-Of-Costumes-And-Textiles> ------------------------------ Bernice Morris The Penny and Bob Fox Senior Conservator of Costume and Textiles The Philadelphia Museum of Art Philadelphia United States ------------------------------ 3.From: Nicole Kruger Posted: Friday June 12, 2026 1:30 PM Subject: Join the AIC Equity and Inclusion Committee: Your Voice Matters! Message: Are you passionate about fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) within the conservation field? Do you want to make a tangible impact on how the American Institute for Conservation (AIC) supports and elevates all its members? The Equity and Inclusion Committee is looking to grow significantly in 2026-27, and is currently seeking 4 new members. As a member of this important committee, you will help shape AIC's efforts to create an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone in the conservation community. This committee is driven by AIC's core value that the preservation of cultural heritage is inseparable from honoring the creative achievements and histories of all peoples. Together, we work to ensure that the voices of all members are heard, valued, and respected. Who Can Apply? Any AIC member is welcome! Any level of experience is welcome for every role! BIPOC, Equity-Deserving members and Early Career Professionals are welcome! New members are considered holistically based on how they complement the existing group and bring fresh perspectives to AIC's DEIA goals. Your voice will make a difference! What Will You Do? Collaborate with a diverse group of conservation professionals to identify strategic ways to improve equity and inclusion in AIC membership and programs. Shape initiatives that promote DEIA training, resources, and advocacy within AIC and the broader conservation field. Lead programs and events that bring awareness to DEIA topics, including speaker series and community engagement activities. Support recruitment, retention, and growth of underrepresented members in the conservation profession. Committee Structure: The committee is made up of eight members who serve staggered two-year terms, with the option for renewal. The roles available are: Chair: Leads the committee and steers EIC's strategic goals; (2) Communication Officer: develop social media and community posts, grow our Wiki and collaborate on articles to share news and programming; Student or Pre-program Liaison: Ensures student and pre-program voices are heard and interfaces with the Emerging Conservation Professional Network; Student or pre-program roles are available for one-year terms, offering a unique opportunity to get involved at the start of your career. New annual themes will be determined by the committee members each May, and will provide focus for committee activities throughout the year. Why Get Involved? Make a real impact on DEIA efforts in conservation and AIC. Work with passionate individuals committed to inclusion, learning, and action. Expand your network by connecting with professionals, advocates, and allies from a wide range of backgrounds. If you're excited about creating lasting change in the conservation field and ensuring that all voices are heard, we invite you to apply to join the Equity and Inclusion Committee! Apply Today and help us advance these crucial efforts within AIC and the wider conservation community. For more details on how to apply contact [email protected] ------------------------------ Nicole Kruger Conservator Aanischaaukamikw Cree Cultural Institute Ouje-Bougoumou Canada ------------------------------ 4.From: Luisa Casella Posted: Friday June 12, 2026 1:30 PM Subject: Seeking current and past information on Photograph Conservator positions and fellowships worldwide Message: Dear colleagues, As part of ongoing research on the history of photograph conservation, I am compiling as thorough a list as possible of positions and fellowships specifically dedicated to photographs, worldwide. Some of this information has been already been published as the Photograph Conservation Historical Timeline, Appendix A in Conservation of Photographs: Significance, Use and Care (Routledge, 2025) <https://www.routledge.com/Conservation-of-Photographs-Significance-Use-and-Care/Norris-Kennedy-Lavedrine/p/book/9780367469559>. I am now working to expand that record to today, correct any errors, and make it as global as possible. I would be grateful for any of the following information about your institution, or any institution you know of: Positions with the official title Photograph Conservator: does the institution currently have one, what year was the position created, and who has held it? Research Scholarships or Fellowships specifically in photograph conservation (with that specific title): does your institution currently offer one, and what year did it start? Positions, scholarships, or fellowships that existed in the past but have since ended: what years did they run, and when were they discontinued?Even partial answers are very welcome. You can reply on list or write to me directly at [email protected] <[email protected]>. Please feel free to forward this to colleagues with relevant institutional knowledge. Thank you for your consideration,Luisa 5.From: Patricia McGuiggan Posted: Friday June 12, 2026 1:31 PM Subject: RE: Using magnets to temporarily display massive 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas Message: You might try to estimate the strength using the following calculator: Magnet Strength Calculator | K&J Magnetics <https://www.kjmagnetics.com/magnet-strength-calculator.asp> This is for the direct pull-off strength and if you hang it on a wall, the shear forces will be approx 20% of this Patty McGuiggan PI, Heritage Science for Conservation Johns Hopkins University Kjmagnetics remove preview Magnet Strength Calculator | K&J Magnetics Calculate pull force for magnets. A K&J Magnetics original creation based on real test data. View this on Kjmagnetics > <https://www.kjmagnetics.com/magnet-strength-calculator.asp> ------------------------------ Patricia McGuiggan Principal Investigator Heritage Science for Conservation, Johns Hopkins University Baltimore United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 06-11-2026 14:25 From: Heather Adams Subject: Using magnets to temporarily display massive 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas Hello, We have a 12x8 foot paper poster mounted on canvas. The goal is to digitize and then roll it for storage. We're considering hanging it for just long enough to get good images of it. It's been lying on top of shelves for as long as I've been alive, and we have no idea what the condition will be when it comes down. Does anyone have a rule of thumb of the weight magnets could hold, or do you have other ideas for how to hang it? Thanks, Heather ------------------------------ Heather Parks Head of Preservation & Conservation Binghamton University [email protected] <[email protected]> ------------------------------ 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.
