Professional Development
Affiliations & Memberships
The Institute of Conservation (ICON)
ICON is a British professional body dedicated to the conservation of cultural heritage, promoting ethical standards and best practices in the field. Since 2009 it publishes the Journal of the Institute of Conservation, which was since 1977 known as The Conservator.
International Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (IIC)
IIC is an international professional organisation for conservation professionals. It publishes the journal Studies in Conservation.
International Council of Museums (ICOM)
ICOM is a non-governmental organisation for museum professionals. I am a member of ICOM-CC, the Committee for Conservation. ICOM organises both general and committee specific conferences.
Nederlandse Vereniging van Vrienden van Ceramiek en Glas (NVVCG)
Dutch society for friends of ceramics and glass. NVVCG publishes the magazine Vormen uit Vuur.
Restauratoren Nederland (RN)
Restauratoren Nederland is a Dutch professional association for restorers. RN organises conferences and workshops within the Netherlands.
Continuing Education
Thermocasting of Paraloid B-72 workshop
Roy van der Wielen, Studio van der Wielen · Feb 2026
During this workshop we explored the possibilities of thermocasting of Paraloid B-72. Being able to make Paraloid B-72 casts is favourable over using epoxies due to the good long term stability of Paraloid B-72. This technique has largely been developed by Roy van der Wielen.
Hydrogel Workshop
Matthew Cushman, Winterthur Museum · Dec 2025
During this workshop we explored the potential of using different hydrogels for conservation applications. In addition to trying out different gels, for example Agarose and High-Acyl Gellan gels, we experimented with loading the gels with various cleaning solutions, ranging from solvents to surfactants to chelators.
Conservation Business Management
Mandy Slager, University of Amsterdam · Nov 2025
During this workshop we dove into what is necessary for running a successful, professional conservation practice. This ranged from the equipment and tools needed to the legal and financial aspects of running a conservation business.
Advanced Mould Making Workshop
Michiel Overhoff, University of Amsterdam / Restauratieatelier Overhoff · Nov 2025
During this workshop we experimented with different moulding materials, mainly silicon rubber based, to create detailed reproductions of several items.
Mirror Restoration Workshop
Kate van Lookeren Campagne, University of Amsterdam · Nov 2025
During this workshop we performed a restoration of a late 19th or early 20th century Venetian mercury amalgam mirror as a group. This ranged from cleaning of the mirror to restoring the damaged amalgam layer and the casting and mirroring of missing parts of the mirror. Prior to this restoration we explored several mirroring materials and techniques to adhere flat glass.
Mount Making Workshop
Julia Leunge, Leunge Metaalrestauratie · Sept 2025
During this workshop we explored the techniques and materials used in creating mounts for various types of objects.
Vibration in Art Transit Workshop
Dr. Ing. Kerstin Kracht, Technische Universität Berlin · Sept 2025
During this workshop Dr. Ing. Kerstin Kracht gave several lectures about the hazards and principles of vibrations during the transport of art. Furthermore, we explored several vibration measurement techniques and mitigation strategies.
Art Packing Workshop
Kim Kraczon, Ki Culture · Sept 2025
Under the supervision of Kim Kraczon we explored a range of potential packing materials for works of art. The workshop was primarily focused on green and sustainable packing materials.
Conferences & Presentations
November 2022
‘Glass Restoration in Three Dimensions: Evaluating Current 3D Techniques’
ICOM-CC Glass & Ceramics Working Group Triennial Meeting, Lisbon
At this meeting I presented a poster about the potential use of 3D techniques in glass restoration.