Ren Marsh
MAC Candidate
Art Conservation Program
Stream: Treatment
Specialization: Paper
Areas of Interests: Book conservation, manuscripts, works of art on paper, archival material
Ren received an BScH in Chemistry, a minor in Art History, and a Concurrent Certificate in Critical Curatorial Studies from McMaster University in 2024. Prior to this, they completed two years of studying concept art at MTM college where they got hands-on experience with a variety of art materials. Along with their education, Ren had two internship opportunities where they got to explore the world of art conservation and preservation. At the Art Gallery of Hamilton, they worked closely with Preparators and the Collections Manager, learning what happens during exhibition changeover and accessioning artworks. While working at the McMaster University Library Archives, Ren found their interest in paper treatment, having had the chance to treat a collection of posters and other archival materials. Ren continues to make art in their spare time, with a particular affiliation to oil and watercolour paints, and they are currently exploring bookbinding.