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“Joan Mitchell: Uncovering 100 Years” is a fascinating look at the complexities behind art restoration
By Darya Bartol | May 6, 2025Along with celebrating the artistry of Joan Mitchell, the Fralin exhibit also centers the process of restoring the artwork itself. The process of restoring paintings works on a case by case basis with the amount of restoration differing based on the desired outcome. Some paintings only require minor tweaks to stop them from deteriorating, while other curators want these restorations to restore paintings to their original visual look.
