HCG conservators are established researchers and bench practitioners with deep knowledge of regional architectural and art history, as well as conservation concerns specific to the Pacific Northwest. We are committed to bringing our state-of-the art knowledge and inter-disciplinary experience to every project, providing proposals with treatment protocols and materials to achieve the optimal result for your project goals and budget.

To view the range of projects for each conservation discipline, please click on the section photo.

PAINTING

HCG Painting conservation practice is guided by knowledge and understanding of the technical art history of a broad spectrum of works, as well as the history of prior treatment, and is specialized in the treatment of large scale public murals. HCG seeks to provide a tailored treatment to the specific needs of each painting, drawing from traditional and state-of-the-art conservation tool kit.

To view a time lapse video of the cleaning treatment of Eric Lamade’s 1938 WPA mural, Pageant of Oregon History, please click here.

ARCHITECTURE

Our approach to Architectural Conservation combines science, craft, and advanced technology to carefully assess, analyze, and repair architectural material using sustainable practices. We combine assessment and treatment to preserve the original material and construction techniques. Our work is performed on-site or in our conservator’s labs.

OBJECTS

HCG Object Conservation focuses on maintaining the integrity and authenticity of an object. We take a least possible intervention approach and use reversible techniques to support an object long-term conservation. Long-term preservation of important cultural objects is the goal of HTC conservators. Our approach may range from general observations to specific treatment applications and routine annual maintenance procedures.

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PAPER

Our Paper Conservation services include the stabilization and treatment of drawings, prints, architectural drawings, letters, and other documents on paper from various ages. HCG uses quality materials and techniques tailoring our conservation approach to the individual work.