Tessa Pirillo brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. She holds a Master's degree in conservation-restoration of cultural heritage from the University of Paris 1
Panthéon Sorbonne, specializing in preventive conservation. Additionally, she obtained a diploma in conservation-restoration of cultural heritage from the University of Turin, with a focus on stone materials, painted plasters, mosaics, plaster, and stuccos.

Tessa has extensive professional experience in the field, including her work at the Museum and Gallo-Roman sites of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, where she has been involved in the restoration of mosaics and painted plasters since January 2020. She has also worked on various projects, such as the restoration of the "Triennale de Milan" mosaic at the Musée Fernand Léger and the restoration of the main patio fountain at Riad Erzini in Morocco.

Moreover, Tessa has published several papers and presented at conferences related to stone conservation and restoration. Her research and practical experience make her an excellent fit for teaching the stone conservation program