As conservators, safeguarding the integrity and longevity of paintings is paramount. Central to this endeavor is the use of backing boards, a preventive conservation technique aimed at providing structural support and environmental protection to paintings.

Renowned for his vibrant landscape paintings, Birger Sandzén's work is characterized by its bold, expressive use of color and dynamic brushwork.

At CCPC, we conduct condition assessments and write proposed treatment reports for clients considering the purchase or sale of paintings in their collections. We often visit auction houses and galleries to perform these assessments on site. However, we do not conduct fine art appraisals. Here’s why.

At CCPC, we carry property insurance and liability insurance to protect our equipment and pieces under our care. However, the value of your painting might exceed our coverage. To cover your piece while it is in the lab for examination and/or treatment, we recommend providing your own insurance coverage.

Granville Redmond is best known for California landscapes characterized by lush, rolling hills, fields of wildflowers, and serene, muted tones. His style blends aspects of Impressionism and Tonalism, capturing the unique light and color of the California landscape.

Edgar Payne was an American painter known for his landscape paintings, as one of the leading figures of the California Impressionist movement, as an educator, and as founder of the Laguna Beach Art Association.

There are many grants and funding opportunities available to museums, collectors, and institutions to support the conservation of art and cultural heritage.

Painting conservators examine, treat, and provide preventive care for paintings. Most conservators specialize in a certain period or style.

What’s the difference between conservators and restorers? The key differences between conservators and restorers lie in their approach and objectives.