Heidi Harendza wrote:
>
> Ken-
>
> I take you pet peeve to heart. I know that I don't have enough knowledge of
> construction trades and techniques to be highly effective; however, as a
> generalist, I have to often be a jack-of-all-trades. How can I, an unlettered
> preservation yeowoman trained on the job, learn more (with the understanding
> that I am not desiring to make myself a "craftsperson" but simply to educate
> myself on the basics?) I never went to one of those fancy schmancy HP programs
> (for pretty much the reasons itemized on this list, first and foremost being
> the l  a  r  g  e tuition costs,) so I can't really comment on what they do or
> don't offer; although I do try and audit presentations of people whose work I
> admire when I go to conferences and such.
>
> -Heidi
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Attend the International Preservations Trades Workshop hosted by PTN and
be aware of the vast knowledge and ability the craftspeople have in your
area.

Bryan