Susan Catcher | Paper Conservation | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Susan Catcher | Paper Conservation | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Susan Catcher, Victoria and Albert Museum, United Kingdom

Susan Catcher is a seasoned Senior Paper Conservator at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London since 2002. With a focus on national and international loans, she specializes in East Asian objects, managing exhibitions like ‘Masterpieces of Chinese Painting’. Susan mentors postgraduates, publishes papers, and engages with conservation communities worldwide. Recognized for her expertise, she’s won awards, including the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship for study in China. With a MA in Conservation and extensive teaching experience, Susan’s contributions extend to publications and conference presentations, cementing her as a respected figure in the field. 🖼️📚

Publication Profile:

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Education:

Susan Catcher’s educational journey reflects her passion for art and conservation 🎨. She pursued a Master’s degree in Conservation from the London School of Arts, Camberwell College of Art, solidifying her expertise in preserving cultural artifacts. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in History of Art from the Open University. Susan’s foundation in Textiles and Design, coupled with a Certificate in Education from University College Cardiff, laid the groundwork for her teaching career. Her academic achievements date back to her secondary education at Bishops Fox’s Girls’ Grammar School and Priorswood School in Taunton, Somerset, where she excelled in various subjects, including sciences and arts 📚.

 

Work History:

Susan Catcher has dedicated over two decades to preserving cultural heritage as a Senior Paper Conservator at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London 🏛️. Starting with a six-month internship, she transitioned into a permanent role overseeing national and international loans, specializing in East Asian artifacts. Susan’s responsibilities extend from writing and publishing papers on conservation to mentoring postgraduates 📝. She’s managed major exhibitions like ‘Masterpieces of Chinese Painting’ and contributed to the re-hang of galleries. Prior to her tenure at the V&A, Susan freelanced at esteemed institutions, showcasing her expertise in rare books and archives 📚.

 

Research Focus:

Susan Catcher’s research focus encompasses a diverse range of topics within the field of conservation 📜. Her studies delve into the intricacies of Chinese paper reinforcement strip repairs, as highlighted in her work on hanging calligraphic scrolls. She explores the artistry and technique behind Chinese stone rubbings, shedding light on cultural preservation. Additionally, Susan delves into the conservation of historical set designs, exemplified by her examination of Clarkson Stanfield’s work. Through her research, she not only contributes to the academic discourse but also advances methodologies for safeguarding cultural heritage, symbolized by her dedication to understanding and preserving diverse artistic traditions. 🌍

Publication Top Notes:

The problem of Chinese paper reinforcement strip repairs on a set of four hanging calligraphic scrolls

The cicada and the crow: Chinese stone rubbings

Conservation of a nineteenth-century set design by Clarkson Stanfield