Artwork Maintenance and Repairs
I do my best to create artwork that will bring you pleasure for many years to come. However, nothing lasts forever without maintenance, and sometimes accidents happen and artwork needs repair. For your convenience, some guidelines for and suggestions appear below. In any case, Please feel free to call or write me if you have artwork repair or maintenance questions!
Painting Maintenance: Wall-mounted art should require nothing more than occasional VERY LIGHT dusting with a clean, dry, soft cloth. If simple dusting is not enough, please keep in mind that plexiglass should only be cleaned with non-ammonia based cleaners. (Ammonia creates pits in plexiglass, which over time makes the glass appear cloudy or streaked). Plexiglass is also easily scratched, so never place or lean anything on the surface of the glass without using some kind of thick protective cloth or other non-abrasive layer to act as a cushion.
Sculpture Maintenance: Sculpture only needs LIGHT dusting with a clean, soft, dry cloth. Dust in deep crevices can be removed with gentle application of clean, pure compressed air (eg. NOT flat-fix). Never use solvents of any kind on sculpture - that includes ALL common household dusting and cleaning sprays (eg. Pledge, Windex, 409, etc.) as well as shop solvents (eg. mineral spirits, paint thinner, etc). Remove fingerprints with gentle application of a clean lint-free cloth dampened slightly with clean water, and remove any residual moisture when finished.
For Bronze Sculpture Only: Your bronze has been sealed with a light coat of wax to preserve the finish and protect it from weather and fingerprints. In addition to normal cleaning described above, you should also periodically re-apply a VERY LIGHT coat of a Carnauba-based paste wax (do not use a liquid wax). I recommend clear Trewax paste wax (available at most good hardware stores in the section for wood floor care products). Apply the wax 1-2 times/year for indoor sculpture, and 3-4 times/year for outdoor works. Apply the wax with a natural bristle brush, allow to dry, and then buff gently with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth. The wax can also protect the stone, wood or metal base of your sculpture.
Framing Repair: The easiest thing to do is contact a reputable framer in your area to handle the replacement or repair. If you don't have a frame shop you like, call or write me to see what we can arrange.
Artwork Repairs: If a painting or sculpture needs repair, by all means call or write me! As an alternative, you may contact a reputable art restoration company in your area. (Look in the yellow pages of the nearest major metropolitan area, or call the nearest art gallery or museum for referrals.)