We have had several paintings restored by SB Conservation. In each case the canvases were extremely…read moredirty and had small tears and/or paint loss. Susan expertly cleaned the service prior to repairing the canvas and achieving expert color and texture match of paint repair. If the canvas requires restretching that is expertly done. We have confidence in Susan to return a painting in as the artist had originally intended. Always a pleasure!

My mom had a very large collection of Plein Air art, my grandmother started collecting in Laguna…read moreBeach, during WWII; and my mom continued to collect over many years, until Plein Air became cost prohibitive. After my mom died, I inherited her collection and added it to my own. Most of these beauties, were in desperate need of cleaning and restoration. I wanted to find someone that would respect their character and integrity and preserve the original beauty, with out over restoring. After meeting and talking to Susan, I was confident, she was the right person to help me preserve my mom's legacy. I am so grateful to have found her. She has so far restored, seven of mine and my mom's paintings, with varying degrees of work needed. She has done a fabulous job and has been so respectful of each original artist's talent. I have many more that I know I can trust Susan's talent to bring back or uncover their former beauty. She is truly a wonderful artist. I am so grateful that I found her.

Left an inquiry with photos of my scratched fridge. Art called me the same day and explained how…read morethe KitchenAid anti-finger print coating on my fridge can't be as quickly dealt as other stainless steal products without the coating can. It seems like the scratches are coming from the coating rather than the steel. Art kindly explained that it'll be more cost efficient to buy a new fridge door rather than stripping the anti fingerprint coating on the entire fridge to make the fridge look aesthetic. Art provided recommendations on temporary fixes and another fridge appliance seller I could contact. I so appreciate Art's time, consideration, and honest opinions. 10/10 recommend Artechs!!

Incredible quality - Barry the creator and TV guy for Scratch-B-gone handled my case for restoring…read morea mirror finish and it came out impeccable. Fortunate to have him local to the area for restoring any metal finishes needed. Though generally takes on large projects for government and cities across the US I was a one-off situation that he agreed to take on and I appreciate his candid and friendly demeanor. Will come back again for his service

My house cleaners broke a very precious heirloom of mine from my late mother. I was heartbroken…read moreand took it to Ardenia Capannelli at Conserve Fine Art. I could have cried when we picked it up from Ardenia...it looked perfect; even BETTER than before it broke. I am so thrilled with her work and grateful to have this very special figurine whole again. I would recommend Conserve Fine Art to everyone! Beautiful work.

Great find- a little gem with nice antique art. Open by chance or by appointment.read more

Our home was destroyed almost three years ago due to an enormous amount of water intrusion and…read moremold, forcing us into temporary housing. All of our property has been in storage since we quickly vacated, and we do not know what was impacted by the water intrusion and mold, or what needs to be cleaned, restored, or destroyed. It is arguably the most stressful situation I have ever experienced. We have been forced to deal many vendors during this process, most of which looked for the easiest way to get the job done, cutting corners and providing horrible customer service. This was not the case with Katya. We reached out to Katya to help restore an original painting that was on a wall impacted by water and mold. She is a breath of fresh air. Her professionalism, passion for art, thoroughness and detailed process in restoring an important chapter in my life, is deeply appreciated! For all of you art lovers, history buffs and those who love the emotions of art, if you need any of your important pieces of your collection cleaned or restored, I highly recommend Katya! Not only was Katya amazing at bringing my painting back to its original beauty, she has an amazing character and is a true pleasure to work with. Her process was seamless, she explained everything in detail, and delivered everything she promised. Thank you, Katya! I truly appreciate you!

Katya did an amazing job restoring an 1880s painting that I'd brought to her that had received some…read moredamage during shipping. Her work is flawless, from the detail that she puts into the piece to explaining what steps she took. The whole process was so smooth and quick and stress free. I highly recommend her work and plan to use her services again in the future.

I had such a great experience with Fine Art Restore. The owner was incredibly kind, patient, and…read moreprofessional. He really took the time to look at my piece carefully, explain what could be done, and give me honest advice without any pressure. You can tell immediately that he truly knows his craft and cares about the artwork, not just the business. I especially appreciated how respectful and thoughtful he was throughout the whole process. It's rare to find someone who is both this skilled and this genuinely nice. I would absolutely trust him with an important or valuable piece and would recommend Fine Art Restore to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy restoration professional.

Fine Art Restore did an absolutely incredible job repairing a broken family heirloom--our Baby…read moreJesus statue was damaged while traveling, with the arm completely broken. We honestly thought it would never be the same again, but their work exceeded all expectations. The restoration was done with such artistry and care that you would never know it had been damaged. From start to finish, they were incredibly professional. Their communication was excellent, keeping us updated throughout the entire process, and the turnaround time was even faster than we expected. They treated a deeply sentimental piece with respect and precision, and the results were truly remarkable. We feel so grateful to have found them--it honestly felt like a godsend. We will always recommend Fine Art Restore to anyone who needs restoration work, especially for precious or irreplaceable items. Truly outstanding craftsmanship and service.

Subject: Response to Your False Statements & Continued Demand for Compensation for Damage to My…read moreJohn Leslie Breck Painting Mr. Haskins, I am writing in direct response to your recent false statements regarding the severe damage caused to my John Leslie Breck (1860-1899) painting by your conservator, Virginia Pannizzon, in February 2022 at Fine Art Conservation Laboratories (FACL). Your attempt to deflect responsibility and dismiss my well-documented concerns as "false authentication" is both unprofessional and demonstrably untrue. First and foremost, neither you, Virginia Pannizzon, nor anyone at FACL are recognized experts on John Leslie Breck or his works. You are in no position to declare my painting or its signature "fake," particularly when Bonhams Los Angeles--one of the most reputable auction houses--had already placed an initial auction estimate on my painting before it was brought to your facility. Bonhams' willingness to assign an estimate indicates that they considered the painting to be authentic. However, due to the irreversible damage inflicted upon my painting by your conservator, Bonhams and other auction houses will now likely refuse to list the work. Furthermore, you state that my painting was "not damaged at all," yet I have photographic before and after proof documenting the drastic alterations made to the painting under Virginia Pannizzon's care. These include: 1. Significant paint loss on the right side of the painting, particularly in the dark tree canopy and vegetation, which was stripped away due to Virginia's careless, heavy-handed varnish removal process. 2. Destruction of the artist's original signature and date, which were nearly obliterated. The crude and unethical attempt to repaint the signature is inaccurate in both form and color, making the damage even more apparent. 3. A condition report from Virginia herself, in which she acknowledges that damage occurred under her care. I have this document in my possession, further proving that you are knowingly providing false information in your statements. Despite the overwhelming evidence of your facility's negligence, you continue to evade responsibility and even go so far as to call me delusional. This is not only insulting but highlights your complete lack of professionalism, accountability and contempt for your client for calling out your very poor business practices. It is disgraceful that your company refuses to disclose its insurance provider, forcing me to take legal action to obtain this information. Your employee, Gina, has outright stated that I must hire a lawyer to determine your insurance carrier, further demonstrating FACL's hubris and refusal to be held accountable for its reckless art conservation practices. Given the extensive evidence I have provided, I once again demand full financial compensation for the irreversible damage caused to my painting. If you continue to deny responsibility, I will escalate this matter through legal channels, insurance claims, and more public awareness, ensuring that your unethical business practices are exposed. I expect a formal written response addressing this matter by March 21, 2025. Failure to do so will confirm your unwillingness to engage in a professional resolution, and I will pursue all necessary legal actions against Fine Art Conservation Laboratories, Inc.

An Elite and very experienced restoration company. have also had paintings restored as well.read more

Elza is a magician. She restored a Sergio Bustamente sculpture for me, repairing cracks and scuffs…read morewith perfect color matching and now imperceptible. She's the one you want to trust with your treasure.

I was so blessed by the kindness of this establishment. The quality of service was above and…read morebeyond. Im fortunate to have art pieces do to family collections. A piece near and dear to my heart that was my mom's favorite piece was saved due to this business. I am truly grateful. If you need any restoration, guidance or support go to this place. The value is great and the memories saved is priceless. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you !!!!

I absolutely loved the creators of the gallery. I was sad to find out that they would have to move,…read morebut at that time I was able to purchase a lovely illustration from a Fancy Nancy book series. I ADORE it once Chemers is settled in their new location, I'll be there.

Friendly, non-invasive treatment from staff. Great gift shop for close friends. Reasonable prices.read more

Exceptional Interior Designer Who Stepped In and Delivered!…read moreI cannot recommend Courtney Pena Design enough. She was brought on fairly late into a remodel of a boutique hotel project that had been permitted as a like for like remodel which would not have met current code. She was brought in by the Client and we shared our concerns with possible code issues and she worked tirelessly side by side with the Architect re-laying out all the interiors of the rooms and bathroom that needed to be revised and streamlined. Despite the time pressure and the complexity of the changes, they jumped in immediately, quickly identified what needed improvement, and delivered thoughtful, well-executed solutions. Their ability to understand the project's vision, simplifying the layout, and enhance functionality was exactly what the hotel needed. Communication was smooth, turnaround times were impressive, and the quality of the design work exceeded our expectations. We're incredibly grateful for their professionalism, flexibility, and talent. We highly recommend Courtney and her team for any project--especially those that need a skilled, and creative expert to bring everything together seamlessly. Beyond that she and Christian are so nice and motivating, great with our subcontractors and everyone loved them. It was always a pleasure to see her at the site. I cannot recommend them enough.

Courtney Pena Design is as good as it gets. She is so talented at what she does and her work is…read moreincredible. Her personality makes communicating with her so fun. She truly has the best style and energy. Couldn't recommend her and her business more!! She's the best of the BEST! You will 100% exceed satisfaction choosing to work with her.