Headed to the Annual Conference for Catholic Facility Management (CCFM) in Baltimore this April/May? Be sure to plan ahead for Emily Sottile, Director of the Sacred Space Studio, discussion on Mosaic Preservation & Care (Track BAL2309A) which will occur on Tuesday, May 2 from 3:45pm – 4:45pm and repeated from 5:00pm-6:00pm ET.
Course Description:
Stewardship of the patrimony of the church is a tall order! Knowing how to safely care for mosaics and other works of art depends on a variety of factors. This session will discuss types of mosaics, identifying problems, knowing when to call in an expert, and how to safely clean materials for in-house maintenance.
4 AIA Learning Objectives:
- Identify different types of mosaics and composition material
- Learn about various building construction factors and how they impact conditions
- Learn about typical sealants/coatings historically used to protect/treat mosaics (silicone, polyurethane, and wax are common sealants)
- Learn about basic maintenance procedures
Anticipated AIA / Continuing Education System (“CES”) Credits: 1.0 Learning Units (“LU”).
EverGreene is a proud member and supporter of CCFM’s Annual Conference. We look forward to chatting with you about your Sacred Space at the upcoming event!
