Here are a few of the more established conservators in the area. One way to determine the reputation of a conservator is to contact another conservator with a different expertise and ask his or her opinion.

Paper Conservation
Kathleen Orlenko.
1426 Newhall Street, Santa Clara, CA 95050.
Voice: 408.261.8278, Fax: 408-261-1648
E-mail: kathleen@orlenko.net
Worked for National Archives, Library of Congress, Huntington Library.

Oil Paintings Conservation and Frame Restoration
Chris Kenney, Mobius Art Conservation
2510 Felt Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. (By Appointment).
831.464.1418 (Voice and fax)

Mikhaol Ovchinnika (Pronounced "mee-kay-el")
San Jose Area
408.269.5851
Extensive Schooling.

Textiles Conservation
David & Iris Walker, Talisman Restoration Inc.
719 Swift Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
831.425.7847

Gold Leaf Conservation
Harry Elsworthy
Gold leaf work on frames, furniture, and art objects.
831.588.1610
Email: giltwood@cruzio.com
Third generation gilder.

Other Conservators
Also you can visit the American Institute for Conservation's "GUIDELINES FOR SELECTING A CONSERVATOR" and use their "AIC FORM FOR SELECTING A CONSERVATOR" to locate a conservator in your area.

Disclaimer: Lenz Arts, Inc. has never purchased the services of any of the individuals or organizations listed above, but provides these names as a service to our customers. Lenz Arts, Inc. does not assume responsibility or liability should you decide to use their services for your artwork.