Amelia International Conservation Studies

Architectural Painted Surfaces:
Conservation & Restoration of Fresco and Secco Wall Paintings

Program Description

Amelia International Conservation Studies
July 14 - August 8, 2025
Amelia, Italy

The program is suitable for both early-career and established professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of architectural painted surface conservation and restoration. The program is tailored for:

1. Conservators and restorers with prior experience in the field, looking to specialize or enhance their skills in the conservation of fresco and secco wall paintings
2. Graduates from art conservation, art history, or related programs who have previously worked on projects involving architectural painted surfaces
3. Experienced professionals involved in the management and preservation of cultural heritage sites containing fresco and secco wall paintings
4. Artists and craftspeople with a background in traditional painting techniques, seeking to deepen their understanding of conservation and restoration practices

Participants are expected to have a solid understanding of conservation theory, ethics, and basic techniques. The course will build upon this existing knowledge and provide advanced training in the specific challenges and methodologies related to the conservation and restoration of fresco and secco wall paintings.

The program's content focus on complex case studies, innovative techniques, and current research in the field. Discussions and exchanges among the experienced participants will be encouraged to foster a collaborative learning environment and to share best practices in the conservation and restoration of architectural painted surfaces.

Course 1
Instructor: Prof.
Alberto Sucato
Conservation & Restoration Techniques for Fresco & Secco Wall Paintings

Instructor: Prof. Chiara Compostella
History, Theory and Ethics of Restoration

Introduction to Fresco and Secco Wall Paintings

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Course 2
Instructor: Prof.
Livia Marini
Wall Paintings Techniques Workshop

Instructor: Prof. Nikolas Vakalis
Wall Paintings Techniques Workshop

Wall Paintings Techniques Workshop