Whether you’re looking to preserve cultural objects and artworks or you want to reshape how your studio operates in a sustainable way, I’m here to help.

Led by paintings conservator Daniela Molinari, Renewable Studios believes that cultural preservation and environmental stewardship are deeply interconnected. My mission is to support conservators, artists, and those in the cultural heritage field, through integrating sustainability into their practices through practical, tailored solutions.

I have worked with private conservation practices and sustainability-focused organizations across Canada, the UK, and the US for the last 6 years. My work reflects a deep commitment to and respect for bridging the gap between traditional conservation and sustainable innovation.

I bring a unique blend of expertise in fine art practice, fine art conservation and environmental advocacy to my work. I hold a double honours Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies and Art History from Carleton University, and a Master’s degree in Fine Art Conservation from Northumbria University, where I specialized in the conservation of easel paintings, and wrote my thesis on sustainable materials.

Currently, I contribute to the American Institute for Conservation’s Sustainability Committee as a team member and Sustainable Labs Group as a co-coordinator.

Selected Presentations & Publications

• Molinari, D. (2024). Conserving Art and Cultural Heritage. Presentation, Museum of Contemporary Art, Toronto, Canada.
• Pinheiro, C. et al. (2024). Access to Sustainability in Conservation-Restoration Practices. Sustainability, 16(17), 7675. https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177675
• Molinari, D. & Hennum, K.S. (2021). Sustainability in Conservation: Where Students Make a Difference. Masterclass, University of Lincoln, UK.
• Molinari, D. (2019). Keeping up with the Conservators: Isinglass as a Sustainable Material. Presentation, Gerry Hedley Symposium, Cambridge, UK.

In the blog section you will find a comprehensive resource and discussion space on topics surrounding sustainability for cultural heritage professionals, focussed mainly on the applicability to private practice. I aim to compile resources, share ideas, and to spark discussion about sustainability in our very niche but valuable field. All views are my own and not reflective of clients or organizations that may be mentioned in any posts.