In 1991 following a 2 year Post Graduate Diploma Conservation course at the prestigious West Dean College , West Sussex,

Kirsten gained a British Antiques Dealer Association post graduate Diploma in the conservation & restoration of ceramics, glass, and related materials.

Experience gained during training included an internship at The V&A Museum, London and Brighton Museum.

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Following graduation, she gained invaluable professional experience working in the Ceramics Conservation department at The British Museum, London.

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In 1995, whilst continuing part-time employment with The British Museum she established her own business as a professional Ceramic Conservator in Brighton, UK

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Clients include HH King Charles III, private collectors and she has established long term professional relationships with clients from the antique trade in the UK and abroad.

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Since 2017 Kirsten has appeared as the ceramics expert and a presenter on the multi award winning and BAFTA winning BBC TV programme The Repair Shop.

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Kirsten is available for public speaking, giving talks about her work to groups and institutions and is keen to promote Conservation as a career.

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In 2023 Kirsten appeared in a promotional video for West dean College, talking about her Conservation training.

Professional memberships: Associate member of Icon, The Institute of Conservation

Member of ICOM(UK) International council of museums

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Photo credit @sarahweal

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