Writings & Resources
This is a space for reflection on the care of cultural materials, the responsibilities of conservation practice, and the relationships that shape how heritage is preserved.
From our studio in Taranaki, we share insights into the thinking, ethics, research, and collaboration behind our work with artworks, taonga, archaeological materials, and collections across Aotearoa.
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Dr Susanne Rawson joins a local time capsule opening featured on Seven Sharp and explains why planning, documentation and careful handling matter.
As a non-native New Zealander, I am occasionally contacted by other immigrants that are looking to practice in heritage related fields such as archaeology and conservation and are seeking advice and support. I thought I would share some thoughts here!
Here are some ideas that we are using to continue to ensure we can survive (and maybe even flourish) going forward.
One of the tools that conservators can use when evaluating the condition of wooden objects or structures is a moisture meter. Not all meters are created equally and they only provide what could be considered a semi-quantitative indication of the percent of moisture. Please talk with a conservator before using a meter as it may not provide the right answer for the problem. Read on to find out more...
