Filming Services

Our conservators can attend filming on location to prevent damage to paintings, sculptures and decorative objects.

Stately homes are a popular location for film and television work, but they may face high risk if a qualified filming conservator is not on hand to protect the artwork and decorative surroundings.

Our conservators are available for the duration of your shoot, ensuring that the protective measures set out by your insurance are covered.

Filming conservators can be hired by the location itself or the production, they are happy to advise on all aspects – whether you have questions about care or period-appropriate artworks.

How can we help your production?

Our conservation service for productions covers a wide range of areas. A bespoke plan can be created to fully encompass your requirements.

Pre-Production Consultation

Heritage Site Assessments: we can evaluate the suitability of historic sites for filming and photo shoots
Risk Assessments / Mitigation Planning: we will identify potential issues and risks to consider
Production Impact Reports: we will detail how filming may affect the site and propose professional protective measures
Compliance Assistance: our conservator can ensure productions comply with guidance surrounding heritage objects and locations

On-Site Supervision & Protection

Conservation Advisors: our specialists on-site can enforce conservation protocols
Crew Briefings / Training: we can educate production teams on handling historic environments
Protective Measures: we can provide suitable barriers to protect art, surroundings and objects
Set Installations: our conservators can regulate the use of lights, rigs, and heavy equipment

Location Management & Restoration

Accidental Damage: as well as offering advice to mitigate the risk, we can step in if an accident occurs to minimise the damage
Post-Filming Restoration: we can work on-site to provide conservation appropriate cleaning and repairs after filming
Historical Accuracy Consultation: we regularly advise on appropriate set designs and props to maintain authenticity

Broader Resources and Training

Supporting Resources: guides can be supplied to production crews who are routinely working in heritage locations to educate them on best practice
Education: we can offer training sessions to crews and companies frequently based in historic locations

Conservators should be in attendance when a location has a high value art collection or pieces of cultural importance. We can provide support to:

Film sets
Television productions
Advertising agencies
Photo shoots
Historic houses
Listed properties
Museums
Art galleries

Our team is on hand to assist crews and maintenance teams, preventing avoidable damage to historic and contemporary art.

How Much will my restoration cost?

Please get in touch below if you would like to learn more about how our conservators can assist you during a film project.