- Direct sunlight is not recommended. Even with the use of UV Glass it will still damage works over a period of time. Photographs, works on paper and textile pieces are particularly susceptible to sunlight.
- Fluorescent light is not preferable either as it emits UV rays. Fluorescent light also doesn’t light the full colour spectrum.
- Incandescent light (your average house hold light globe) is effective for lighting works that are in the warm colour spectrum such as reds, browns, yellows and oranges. Not so good for cool colours such as blues and greens.
- Halogen lighting is the best option although using a low wattage globe is recommended as halogen lighting can be very strong white light. Avoid directly lighting the work as all forms of direct light can do damage over time.
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