I am from a small community in Ohio Our church when built about 85 years ago was all done in fresco. All walls and vertical surfaces have a simple pounced type pattern. There are a few exceptions where they did ornate text scriptures. the arch heading into the domed area of the sacrasty has far more elaborate designs. The dome itself is the most inportant area with beautiful artwork. The 85 years have been hard on the building. There has been a roof leak and some cracking. The church council like most churches is interested in brightening the place up and at one time suggested painting the whole church white. Many have no hesitation covering up the frescos. I
am a painter and also greatly appreciate the beauty of the church as it now stands. I have been in other parishes wher they have painted over everything destroying the character of the church. I would like to see the church remain as it is and have volunteered to work on restoration but at this point have no clue where or how to start. Any suggestions on direction, books, or any other resources would be greatly appreciated. If by the end of the summer I can not prove to the council we can restore and clean it up I fear the frescos will be covered over.

I thank you all for your help.

JOhn