Jones Sculpture Studio
Jones Sculpture Studio--Visits by appointment only: 5741 SW Old Scholls Ferry Rd Portland, Or 97225
503-522-7287
For years I've gotten calls from people who have looked all over the Portland Metro area for weeks without being able to find a studio that can restore a wood sculpture or a porcelain piece or whatever, fact is these works of art demand very similar skills and expertise. We take the time needed to determine the proper treatment for each piece brought to the studio. Every Restoration is unique.
We restore the following: marble and natural stone sculpture, modern art made of wood, antique objects, antique furniture, fiberglass, concrete, plaster, acrylic and oil paintings, glassware, composite sculptures, metal and spelter busts, steel sculpture, lamps, furniture, porcelain and ceramic objects, abstract stone sculpture, marble statues from churches and private collections and many other types of art objects in all materials. The key to our work is research, careful examination of your artwork and knowledge of materials and their physical properties.
If you don't see your specific type of art piece listed here that doesn't mean we can't help you. We are a full service restoration studio. Call today for an evaluation appointment!
We receive a great variety of works to be restored at the studio. Many times pieces are destroyed beyond what would normally be considered repairable. Great diligence and a love for art drives me to find a way to make them live again. Sculpture restoration is an art itself. Without the benefit of knowing the techniques of the original artist it can be a challenge to approach a restoration. A lot of time and research goes in to figuring out how a piece was made before we can arrive at the correct treatment. A primary goal is to preserve the integrity and age of the piece in as much originality as possible. To minimize the effects of restoration and to ensure a long lasting repair that doesn't bring it's own set of problems.
Textiles and other foundations for paint such as wood bring many challenges to the life of a piece of art work. Many of these materials are inferior to the paint surface itself. Oil paint takes a considerable amount of time to cure and depending upon age and application technique can be extraordinarily challenging to clean and in fill. Frames get changed, woodwork becomes loose, brittle and decayed. Canvas stretches, molds, tears and can sometimes just begin falling apart. Canvas has been made in a great variety of qualities and styles. Colors can fade, varnish can yellow, peel, crack, blister, and blush. Proper treatment is necessary to preserve investment and to ensure the value of an artistic heritage you are the current caretaker of by owning great works of art. We can help you in the treatment and conservation of your collection as well as address individual issues of damage or cleaning.
We can assist you in the preservation and restoration of family markers and headstones. Memorial sculpture and engravings need to be cared for and present phenomenal challenges due to long term neglect. Often I think our culture understands the value of artwork in a museum and is at the ready when funds or public support are necessary. But there are other museums out there and they are too often overlooked and forsaken. That is the cemeteries. Great works of art and powerful evocative monuments are produced and installed and finally forgotten.
Outdoor marble statuary needs regular care to prevent serious damage from the elements and man made chemicals in the rain and air. If left too long serious restoration will be needed or possibly replacement. Many sculptures of great value deserve better placement on the grounds to limit exposure. We can help you with all aspects of your art management. We can replace missing parts, create pedestals, clean, preserve and install your statuary. The studio also provides local sculptural services for new statues in marble, granite, limestone and terracotta.
