Since the 1930s a staggering array of new pigments and binding media has been developed and used in the production of paint. Many artists have utilised these modern paints and have explored and exploited their distinct handling and optical properties. However, this diversity in the materials employed in the production of paint has important conservation implications.

This symposium draws together the varied strands of research currently being conducted by conservation scientists and conservators on modern paint materials and addresses some of the concerns associated with these paints and the challenges inherent in developing appropriate conservation protocols.

The symposium has been Co-organized by the Getty Conservation Institute, the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC and Tate.

For further details and programme see Modern Paint Uncovered Tate website

For the summary on the symposium, please follow this link from the website of the Getty Conservation Institute