A unique self-study Manual and DVD's specifically designed to tutor the beginner in the art of ceramic repair and restoration.
The author, Mary Rose Wrangham, began repairing and restoring porcelain in 1971 and now teaches students all over the -world.
She has an international reputation as an expert in Oriental Chinese style Decorative Repair in gold leaf.
In her straightforward and easy-to-read style she explains all you need to know to restore or repair valuable porcelain.
The student is guided step-by-step through the various stages in the process, from simple and cleaning of cracks and joins to the final painting, with artist's oil paints to the completed restored piece.
The course is structured as "Distance Learning" in which the student is encouraged to send work at various stages to Mary Rose for appraisal and feedback.
Lavishly illustrated with the author's own examples this course is ideal for all those interested in beautiful porcelain.
Please browse this website to find out much more about this unique course.
We have provided exerts from the manual and you can also download a short video containing clips from the DVD's.
Thank you for your interest.
Mary Rose Wrangham Diploma in Ceramic Conservation
Contact Mary Rose Wrangham
Studio 304, 13 Gloucester View, Southsea, Hampshire PO5 4EB