A truly unique experience is presented in this introduction of Art Restoration. Chantal Levasseur has 28 years experience in restoring masterpieces for museums, monasteries, cities, and private clients. She is the principal restorer for the works of Henri Montassier and is currently restoring seven sculptures of Marianne (the symbol of France) for the Assembler Nationale, Paris
Mme Levasseur is officially an "artiste peintre restauratrice d’oeuvres d’art"
Mme Levasseur’s website is currently under construction, however, she has made the address available for those that would like to take a look with the understanding that it is not complete. The address is www.chantal-levasseur.com An interesting unedited film can be accessed by the link http://www.chantal-levasseur.com/histoire14.htm
1 or 2 Week workshop
Students have a choice to work on an individual painting, frame, or sculpture, or to assist on a larger masterpiece in progress.
oil painting restoration
restoration of frames; wood, plaster, gold, copper, or bronze leaf
restoration of sculpture in wood or plaster
This 14 day workshop is patterned after the Pastels and French Fare itineray. Price of 14 day all-inclusive workshop is 2250 Euros, (7 day workshop is 1700 Euros). Price includes all accommodations, meals, excursions, local transportation, and supplies. Airfare to Paris, France is not included. A minimum of four persons is required for this workshop.
