About the painting above: This still life was hung over a mantel and was rescued from a house fire. It was thrown through a window, landed outside with heavy smoke and water damages and various scratches. This painting was brought back to good health by Master Conservator, Troy Amuso. Age at the time, and artist unknown.
Note: Paintings need NOT be in dire condition like this piece to be considered for evaluation at this event.
The Fine Art of Restoration
Thursdays, May 7 & 14
6 – 8 pm
Members: $25 per session | $45 for both
Non-Members: $30 per session | $55 for both
Join us for one or both sessions of a fascinating two-part program with Master Conservator Troy Amuso. Explore the art and science of restoring fine oil paintings and learn how damaged works can be revived.
REGISTER FOR THE 2-PART SERIES
Part I: May 7
Presentation
Witness dramatic restoration firsthand and discover the hidden dangers that threaten paintings. Preventive tips and restoration techniques will be illustrated with visual examples from collections across the northeast as well as our own.
Inspired by the beloved Antiques Roadshow, this engaging presentation explores the fascinating world of fine art conservation.
During the program, Troy Amuso will share real examples of damaged paintings and explain the careful techniques used by professional conservators to restore artworks while preserving their historical integrity.
Guests will learn:
- Why paintings deteriorate over time
- How conservators assess condition and provide evaluations for remedies
- The science behind cleaning and stabilization
- How restoration can bring artworks back to life
The evening will include a live evaluation of selected paintings submitted by attendees, offering a rare opportunity to see how a conservator examines artwork and determines the best path for preservation.
Part II: May 14
Live Evaluation
Evoking the spirit of Antiques Roadshow, five submitted paintings will be selected for live, in-person evaluations by Amuso. Participants may bring a painting for professional
Guests who own an oil painting and are curious about its condition or restoration potential may submit it for consideration.
Participants can upload information through an online form, including:
- Front and back photos of the painting
- Dimensions
- Any known history or provenance
- Contact information
Five paintings will be selected in advance for live evaluation during the program. Selected participants will be notified and invited to bring their painting to the event.
Attendance at the program is welcome whether or not you submit a painting.
If your painting is not selected for the May 14 talk, Mr. Amuso will schedule a consultation with you to ensure your questions about your painting are answered.
About Troy Amuso
Troy Amuso began his career in art restoration in 1977 as an apprentice to the respected Dutch conservator Yan Vanderviver in Westchester County, New York.
Over nearly five decades, he has restored paintings for private collectors, galleries, and museums throughout the United States. His work has included conservation projects for artworks ranging from family heirlooms to historically significant pieces.
Today Troy continues his conservation work through Troy Fine Art Services, with studios in Fairfield, Connecticut and Sheffield, Massachusetts.
