Do you have a Canning story from the past 45 years?
We would love to hear from any of our team members (owners, contractors, engineers, architects) that we have had the pleasure to work with over the years. If you have a story, favorite memory or something that you want to share, feel free to send us an email.
September is a time of transition from summer into the autumn season bringing us the light of the "Harvest Moon". This is the fullest moon of the year and provides light throughout the entire night from dusk-till-dawn for several evenings in a row around the time of the Harvest Moon. When it comes to restorations we don't typically have to be concerned about moonlight but light itself is important. Light not only can brighten the space and reveal details but it can also have an impact on the implementation and appearance of the decorative finishes. Whether restoration projects include upgrading of the lighting systems or using the existing lights, having an understanding of both the natural light as well as the installed lighting needs to be taken into account. One example of the importance of lighting and decorative painting is with the Trompe L'oeil painting technique since shadows simulated in the paint composition must mirror the real shadows in the space when using this decorative treatment. Trompe' Loeil is a French term literally meaning “trick the eye.” Sometimes called illusionism, it is a style of painting which gives the appearance of three-dimensional, photographic realism and relies on the proper attention to dimensions and the real shadow of the space to achieve the desired convincing results. Talking about illusionism, an interesting note, it is said the Harvest Moon seeming bigger than the usual size of the moon near the horizon is another trick of the eye called Moon Illusion.
You can read more about the use of Trompe L'oeil and Grissaille in historic structures in the below blog link. You might also want to check out the video in the below link where John talks about the artful process for the Philadelphia Academy of Music's Ballroom restoration project which had a great deal of Trompe L'oeil and Grissaille.
Latest Articles & Announcements
Signs Your Theatre is in Need of Restoration or Repair
A theatre is in need of restoration or repair either because it has changed from its original design scheme or has failing architectural elements. With the autumn season upon us, it's a great time to assess building conditions and address any concerns of architectural elements. In this blog we discuss some of the signs to look for in your theatre to determine if restoration or repair is needed.
The Collegiate Gothic Style Work of Rudolph Weaver
As many academic institutions are back into the full swing of things with on campus learning, it is a great time to take a look at and appreciate the architecture around campuses. Gothic style is perhaps the most common architecture style on U.S. college campuses. American architect, Rudolph Weaver, is largely responsible for the spread of Gothic architecture specifically in collegiate institutions. This blog takes a look at Rudolph Weaver and some of this work.
Check out recent additions to the Canning 45th Anniversary Retrospective...
Every month we will continue to share and expand this page throughout the year, so see what is new in project highlights, fun facts, stories and more. Check out the latest additions!
Canning Liturgical Arts
We have had the honor to work on some of the nation’s most recognizable civic landmarks, classic theaters, museums, universities, and historic churches over the years. Due to the growing need for church restoration and beautification across the nation, the Canning Liturgical Arts branch of John Canning & Co. was formed in 2015 to specialize in ecclesiastical art and design and fill that need. We have recently posted a video of Restoring Beauty in Churches Old & New to provide additional insight into the purpose and direction of the Canning Liturgical Arts branch. -Check it Out.
The Bulfinch Awards Gala is almost here! Hope to see you there.
The Bulfinch Awards recognize practitioners from across the nation who are committed to promoting excellence in the classical tradition and allied arts within New England.
The winners of both the 2020 & 2021 Bulfinch Awards will be recognized at a Awards Dinner Gala on October 2nd, 2021 in the Harvard Hall at the Harvard Club of Boston. Click for more info on the Gala.
We are honored to have received the 2020 Award in the Craftsmanship/Artisanship category for work completed at the Mark Twain House & Museum in Hartford, CT and the 2021 Award in the Craftsmanship/Artisanship category for the Decorative Finishes and Artwork completed at St. Mary's Church in New Haven, CT. We are looking forward to celebrating at the Awards Gala with all the other exceptional award winners.
Great Resources & Upcoming Events
The Association for Preservation Technology (APT) is the premier cross-disciplinary organization dedicated to promoting the best technology for conserving historic structure and their settings.
2021 Conference
Preservation Beyond Politics October 29-November 2, 2021 Presented Virtually
As a national nonprofit preservation organization, the National Trust for Historic Preservation works to save America's historic places and is a great resource for anyone looking to learn more or get involved.
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