PORCELAIN RESTORATION WORKSHOP
1011 Harlem Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
China mending and restoration course; instructor on the campus of Lawrence University, Appleton, WI; AIC member

HACKMANN RESTORATION SERVICES
2550 Kodiak Dr
EAST LANSING, MI. 48823
517-351-2011

SHIRLEY VICKER'S SHOOL OF CHINA REPAIR
P.O. Box 688
Pine, AZ 85544-0688
Course lasts 7 days for those wishing to go into the repair business; also suited for collectors and dealers.

GLORIA HAMLIN
HAMLIN'S PORCELAIN RESTORATION STUDIO
14630 MANCHESTER ROAD
BALLWIN, MO  63011
(636) 256-8579
hamlinsrestoration@msn.com
Intensive 6-day class on porcelain restoration for the serious beginner.
No invasive or irreversible techniques taught. Instructor is member of AIC
and is a authorized Lladro restorationist.

 

 

 

Fashion Institute of Technology
contact Administrative Secretary, Gladys Maldonado at 212-217-7823

RS341 RESTORATION:CERAMICS AND RELATED MATERIALS I
Discusses the practical definition of ceramic restoration, along with
the various materials, equipment, and safety precautions required.
Defines the unique characteristics of ceramics, glass, semi-precious
stones, ivory, and mother-of-pearl, along with the particular techniques
involved in the restoration of these materials when associated with
ceramics.

RS342 RESTORATION:CERAMICS AND RELATED MATERIALS II
Continuation of RS341. Guides students through the 20 steps in the
restoration of ceramics and related materials such as glass,
semi-precious stones, ivory, and mother-of-pearl. Students are
responsible for restoring several objects under close supervision.

Bridging to Specialized Materials

The South African Academy of Ceramics Conservation

The South African Academy of Ceramics Conservation is bringing its Module 3 course,
"Bridging to Specialized Materials" to Philadelphia, PA during June 2000.
This largely practical bridging course will introduce and train its participants
in the use and application of contemporary and specialized restoration & conservation
products, as employed at the world's leading conservation institutes, as well as at prominent
commercial studios. (At least some prior experience of ceramics /
porcelain restoration is considered essential for successful participation)
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

PORCELAIN RESTORATION WORKSHOP
1011 Harlem Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
China mending and restoration course; instructor on the campus of Lawrence University, Appleton, WI; AIC member

SHIRLEY VICKER'S SHOOL OF CHINA REPAIR
P.O. Box 688
Pine, AZ 85544-0688
Course lasts 7 days for those wishing to go into the repair business; also suited for collectors and dealers.

GLORIA HAMLIN
HAMLIN'S PORCELAIN RESTORATION STUDIO
14630 MANCHESTER ROAD
BALLWIN, MO  63011
(636) 256-8579
hamlinsrestoration@msn.com
Intensive 6-day class on porcelain restoration for the serious beginner.
No invasive or irreversible techniques taught. Instructor is member of AIC
and is a authorized Lladro restorationist.

 

 
West Dean College
Two year course in the Conservation of Ceramics and Related Materials
This is the best ceramic restoration course being offered anywhere.
CERAMIC RESTORATION COURSES IN ENGLAND
13 Courses offered.
 

Antique China Restoration


Two week basic course (£500) provides knowledge of all techniques involved to museum standard and invisible restoration for commercial purposes. One week workshops (£250) for experienced students seeking supervised restoration of problem items.

Contact:
Katherine Bewes
Address: Southampton
Tel: 01703 455056

 

Missenden Abbey


1998 programme (Contact organiser for 1999 programme): Weekend courses on Pottery & Porcelain Restoration (6-7 June) and Antique Furniture Restoration (4-5 July). Residential (all meals and tuition) £159.20. Tuition only £69.20.

Contact:
Jean McNaughton
Address: Great Missenden, Bucks
Tel: 01494 890296

Mowbray School of Porcelain Restoration


Week one (Basic china mending) £235; week two (Intermediate course) £245; week three (advanced course) £255. Some weekend courses also available.

Address: Hatfield, Herts
Tel: 01707 270158

 

Nightingales Ceramic Conservation Centre


Intensive four week course (two weeks summer, two weeks autumn) for a maximum of four seriously committed students £1,040.

Contact:
Joy Harper
Address: Woodbridge, Suffolk
Tel: 01394 385609

Oxford Porcelain Restoration Studio


Intensive introductory weekend course on china restoration for the absolute beginner. Each course limited to a small number of students. Conducted by professional restorers and tutors. More advanced one or two week courses also available.

Contact:
Michaela Coppock
Tel: 01865 376046
Email: coppock.spot@virginnet.co.uk

Roger Hawkins Restorations


Three week course on ceramics restoration £350 . Two day or weekend course £180. Fees include tea/coffee and all materials.

Address: Top Hat Antiques centre, Nottingham
Tel: 0115 950 7589

Suzy Smith


Five day course in restoration of porcelain and ceramics. £350 for individual tuition or £250 each for two. One day or weekend courses can be arranged £70 per day.

Address: Brighton, West Sussex
Tel: 01273 675485

West Dean College


Short courses, 2-7 days, residential (£150-£483) and non-residential (£97-£313) on care and repair of antiques, and on useful restoration skills such as cane and rush seating, bookbinding, silversmithing, cabinet making. One and two year diploma courses including Ceramics and Related Materials, Antique Clocks, Antique Furniture, Fine Metalwork, Rare Books and Manuscripts, Early Stringed Instruments and Tapestry Weaving. £6,960 a year.

Address: West Dean Chichester West Sussex PO18 0QZ
Tel: 0243 811301
Fax: 0243 811301

 

The London School of Decorative Paintwork

Antique China, Ceramic and Porcelain

Restoration Courses

Five Days Intensive Course

This five days intensive course offers an introduction to the art of porcelain restoration through practical demonstration on students' own pieces. The course runs from Mondays to Fridays Morning Afternoon It is outlined as follows: a b c d e a b c 3 a b 4 a b c d e

This fascinating course runs each day from 9.30 am to 1.00 pm
Lunch 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm
2.00 pm to 5.30 pm

PREPARATION OF CHINA Examination of objects prior to restoration Cleaning Unsticking of previously repaired pieces Stain and dirt removing Removal of rivets

STICKING Simple and multiple breaks Very small breaks like handles, knobs or fingers Hairline cracks

FILLING AND SANDING DOWN Chips Cracks

BASICS OF MODELLING, MOULDING AND CASTING

PAINTING Mixing paint and colour matching Use and care of an airbrush Handpainting Surface finishes Gilding

For those who already have some experience in China restoration or are thinking of taking it up as a career this programme can be altered to suit their individual needs. Emphasis can be placed on particular aspects of China restoration and on more complex use of different adhesives, fillers and paints. Tools and materials will be provided.

Students should bring:

Their own pieces of china. Preferably pieces that have been previously stuck, pieces with one or multiple clean breaks, pieces with rivets in them and a piece with chips in it.

An apron and rubber gloves.

At the end of the course students will get a list of basic tools and materials, a list of suppliers and a reading list so that they will be able to practice on their own.

For those who wish, the tutor can offer private tuition and advanced courses.

 

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