A background in archaeology has proved advantageous in informing the methodology Michael uses to disentangle the layers of paint found in historic buildings.
Michael also undertook degree study in Conservation and Restoration in Lincoln where he focused his research on decorative finishes, applied to furniture and architecture, prior to an internship at English Heritage. Michael feels strongly about the ethical principles of conservation and the need for the sophisticated techniques of analysis used in the field of Architectural Paint Research to be used to inform the preservation of our heritage.
Michael is expert in paint formulations and technologies and is gifted with extraordinary observational skills and visual memory.
Training
- Keele University, Archaeological Field Studies 1989–1992
- DeMontfort University, Faculty of Arts Lincoln, BA Conservation & Restoration 1992–1995
- English Heritage Architectural Paint Research Unit, Post Graduate Internship November 1995–May 1996
Previous employments
- Crick Smith Conservation Ltd, Senior Researcher & Director, 1992–2006
- Crick Smith Institute for the Research & Conservation of Historic Decoration, University of Lincoln, Senior Research Fellow 2006–current
Memberships
- The Institute of Conservation (ICON)
- The International Council of Museums
- Traditional Paint Forum
Other information
- Keele University Archaeology Department, Archaeological field work and recording-field studies 1989-1992
The team
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