It's a lively look at art conservation through the history and science behind art materials, signature identification, spotting frauds and forgeries, and more. Get the inside scoop on this end of the art business with lots of real life examples and artfully fun stories.

Part One: Monday, March 1st at 11:00 am

Travel back in history and explore the almost infinite variety of materials used by artists from paints to canvas construction. See how the processes and artist equipment affects what you might encounter today, like paint craqueleur or water damage, and how they can be fixed by an art conservator with years of creativity and the knowledge of science behind him. Artists and art collectors will especially appreciate the professional tips about how to examine a painting and what to look out for, as well as enjoy artful stories.

Part Two: Monday, March 8th at 11:00 am

Alexandrer Katlan explains how to analyze a painting using magnification and ultraviolet examination, identify agents of deterioration and assess the condition of a work of art. Investigate alongside him as he shows examples of solving the mystery of signature and inscription identifications, as well as his experiences in how to setect a forgery, with examples of what to look for.