Sarah Randle
MA Conservation of Wall Paintings
The Courtauld Institute of Art
Email: sarah@randle.org
About Me
I am a masters student specializing in the conservation of historic wall paintings.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Ancient History and Archaeology from the University of Leicester. This educational background has provided me with a solid foundation in understanding the significance of cultural heritage and the intricate processes taken to preserve it.
After completing my degree, I worked as an archaeologist for two years, where I gained valuable hands-on experience in the field and in post-excavation. This experience motivated me to explore the world of conservation and contribute to the preservation of our cultural heritage.
Currently in my second year at The Courtauld Institute of Art, I am refining my skills and expanding my knowledge under esteemed experts. Combining scientific methodologies with practical skills, I approach each project with meticulous attention to detail. I am excited by the prospect of being a part of the paintings I work on, safeguarding them for future generations to enjoy.
With a professional and dedicated approach, I am committed to making a lasting impact in the field of wall painting conservation.
Examining the paintings of Byward tower, Tower of London
Studying the painted king’s staircase, hampton court palace
Painting a replica of a roman fresco from Pompeii
Past Project:
Longthorpe Tower, Peterborough 2023
The work undertaken in Longthorpe Tower in 2023 is a continuation of a multi-year project to conserve the rare medieval wall paintings. This conservation work is performed as a part of the MA Conservation of Wall Paintings offered by The Courtauld Institute of Art and is done in collaboration with English Heritage.
I was assigned a small area to conserve in its entirety. This involved thorough documentation, cleaning, consolidation and the replacement of historic repairs.
explaining the conservation of longthorpe tower to a group of site volunteers
treating the paintings of longthorpe tower
Spotlight on my work:
Top left: Before any intervention
Top right: During conservation, historic infills have been removed and a rough plaster applied
Bottom left: During conservation, A fine plaster has been applied and levelled
Bottom right: After conservation, the new infill has been toned with a neutral colour to match the original plaster
Past Project:
Villa Imperiale, Pesaro, Italy 2023
The Villa Imperiale in Pesaro, Italy, is a significant Renaissance villa that houses eight 16th century painted rooms. In 2023, students from the Courtauld Institute of Art (London) and Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svissera italiana (SUPSI, Switzerland) worked together to carry out condition assessments, documentation and treatment plans within two of these rooms. This work is part of a larger plan of conservation and will inform treatment for subsequent years.
My work was focused on the Sala della Calunnia, working to reduce a previously applied coating, re-adhere flaking paint and consolidate the paint layer.
treating the paintings of villa imperiale
treating the paintings of villa imperiale
conservation in the sala della calunnia, villa imperiale
Spotlight on my work
Left: After image of the whole working area, interventions included coating reduction, consolidation and re-adhesion of flaking paint
Top right: Before coating reduction of the blue drapery which had become grey and attracted dirt
Bottom right: After coating reduction of the blue drapery
gaining experience with laser cleaning at supsi, switzerland
treating the paintings of villa imperiale
Qualifications & Certifications
Higher Education:
MA Conservation of Wall Paintings: 2022- Present
The Courtauld Institute of Art
BA Ancient History and Archaeology: 2017-2020
The University of Leicester (First Class with Honours)
Relevant Qualifications
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
- Trainee (12/2020)
PASMA Scaffolding- Towers for Users
Banksperson Qualification
Manual Handling
Enhanced DBS
CPD Courses
COSHH (10/2022)
Health and Safety Essentials (10/2022)
Fire Warden (06/2023)
First Aid at Work Refresher (FAW) (06/2023)
GDPR UK: Essentials (06/2023)
Anti-Bribery (06/2023)
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (06/2023)
Experience
Field Archaeology
Post-excavation Archaeology
Archiving
Conservation of Wall Paintings
Contact Me
The best way to reach me is through email:
sarah@randle.org
Examining the paintings of Byward tower, Tower of London
Acknowledgements
I would like to thank the following organisations which have helped me to fund my MA at the Courtauld Institute of Art:
2023-2024
The York Conservation and Craft Consortium
The Courtauld Postgraduate Scholarship
2022-2023
The Courtauld Postgraduate Scholarship
I am actively seeking any available funding opportunities for the 2024/2025 academic year. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you think I would be a fit.