It is hard to articulate how much I have learnt since beginning at the Bodleian Library last November as the Exhibitions Technician. I could talk for a while about it but one thing that has struck me recently is how much it is informing my own practice as an artist myself. Handling priceless works of literary and visual art within my department of Special Collections whilst always working closely alongside the Conservation and Bookbinding departments I have a renewed passion for looking after my own artworks the best that I can. I’m currently learning how to make my own protective sandwiches (my own technical term) for my drawings using conservation grade materials. This means I can stow away artworks for future exhibitions and be rest assured they will be in top condition when the time comes to next exhibit them. I have included a few photographs from the process. I hope you enjoy!
