Curriculum Vitae: Deborah Lane

Deborah Leanne Lane

13 McQuade Close
Charnwood ACT 2615
02 62582037 (H) 0413008096 (M)
Email: oonaghme@bigpond.net.au

I am a mother, wife and university student currently studying Cultural Heritage

Conservation at the University of Canberra. I have also studied Art History and
curatorship at the Australian National University. In order to enrol in the
conservation studies at the University of Canberra I had to withdraw from the
Australian National University. Once my conservation studies are completed I aim to
return to the Australian National University and complete my degree there.

I have over 30 years experience in variety of employments including, the military,

retail and security sectors, and have been involved in the running of a small
business, and have previously been selected into positions of responsibility within a
voluntary organisation. I have been employed in positions which have required me
to interact with the public in both service and security roles. I have always strived to
provide a high level of professionalism.

Additionally I have strong analytical and research skills, event management, time
management, customer service, record keeping and presentation skills, and sound
knowledge of Microsoft Office, various graphics packages and web design.

Eventually I want to complete both of my degrees and seek a career in cultural

institution as a conservator.
Experience

Conservation
National Gallery of Australian – Textile Conservation
October 2009 – 12 hours over 3 days
Attaching header tapes, hand sewing, to the one of the Arthur Boyd Assisi Tapestries prior
to loan to the Newman College, University of Melbourne.

Arthur Boyd “ St Francis when young dreaming Arthur Boyd �€“ St Francis when young turning
of fine clothes and armour; 1973 tapestry, wool aside; 1972 tapestry, wool and cotton
and cotton 340x363cm C Bundanon Turst 261x341cms C Bundanon Trust

21 May - 16 June 2010 – 16 hours over 5 days

Attaching header tapes, hand sewing, Ceremonial hanging and shroud

[paporitonoling]

Ceremonial hanging and shroud

[paporitonoling]
19th century Kalumpang district Sulawesi
Indonesia,
cotton
warp ikat
137.0 (h) x 181.0 (w) cm,
for the exhibition Life Death Magic
Aug 13 - Oct 31 2010

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National Achieves of Australia
March – June 2010
Practicum placement – paper conservation
13 weeks, one day a week, 6 - 8 hour sessions.
This was the first of the practicum placements for conservation. While there this was my
first real opportunity to put into practice conservation skills in a work environment that was
formally assessable. While the main focus was on paper conservation, many skills are
broad ranging having relevance in many other areas of conservation.

Packaging construction Chemically testing

Final assessment piece before treatment. Final assessment piece after treatment.
Recto Recto
Treatment required: surface cleaning, humidification for flattening, tear repair.
Analysis methods: wet stain analysis, microscopic analysis, various lighting methods
Other: photographic documentation, written up documentation, hinged mounting in display
folder, 4 fold wallet.

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University of Canberra
March – June 2010
Conservation Theory and Practice
While this is one of my university units, we were contracted by Department of Defence to
conserve a variety of artefacts found on the site of the new Defence Headquarters at
Bungendore.
Hair comb during treatment

Hair comb after treatment

Ammunition before and after

treatment.

Silver button before and after

treatment.

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Other Experience

Woolworth Limited
27 Sep 08 – Oct 08

Cash Office – Charnwood Store

Duties – Financial matters.

Tom’s Super Fruits – Belconnen Markets

03 Sep 08 – Oct 08
Service Cashier

In this role I provided customers with a high standard of customer service. I was
responsible for the security of cash and the implementation of such loss prevention
measures as may be appropriate. Attendance to O H and S issues is paramount for both
the health and safety of customers and staff alike. Tom’s Super Fruits is a small business
operating at the Belconnen Fresh Food Markets, and as such has a high public interface
requiring all staff to be presentable and personable at all times. Additionally, as a small
business, all staff must be able to work together as a team and independently, and are
called upon to undertake various other tasks as required. All of these tasks I perform
cheerfully, with the end result being a happy boss and happy customers.

Gina Casey’s Bodywork and Health Management

02 Sep 08 – Oct 08
Office Manager

Ms Casey provides alternate heath therapies, acupuncture, deep tissue massages etc, I
was responsible for the confidentiality of client files and ensuring clients were comfortable in
their surroundings. My office duties included maintaining a client database, handling of
monies, banking, preparation of correspondence, organisation of appointments for both
clients and Ms Casey, cleaning and preparation of equipment for the waiting area and the
treatment room.

On the 19th of September 2008, misfortune struck the practice. Fire gutted the office and
treatment areas. My role remained the same with the addition of becoming carpenter and
seamstress to assist in the rebuilding process so that Ms Casey could continue her practice
with a minimum of disruption for us or, our clients.

Oonagh's Own
1993 – Present

Researcher, seamstress, jewellery designer, web-designer and mentor

I have a passionate interest in pre-1600 clothing, jewellery and crafts. Through my

involvement with the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) and the Ancient Arts
Fellowship (AAF), I have been able to express this interest, creating various garments,
adornments and utensils, high-lighting my skills as a seamstress, metal and wood worker,
and crafts person.

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I have backed up my creative efforts with meticulous research and analysis of extant
evidence to document proof that my works are as close as practicable to actual artefacts
that were produced in that era.

As a recognised leader in my field, I have shared my knowledge, mentoring a considerable

number of other SCA members, through presentations, workshops, one on one teaching,
and my website, “Oonagh's Own” http://webspace.webring.com/people/lo/oonaghsown/ ,
which I designed and maintain.

Australis Restorus
2001

Small business partner, furniture crafting

I was responsible for the artistic design and handcrafting of wooden furniture, including the
finishing and quality control of products.

I also performed various clerical tasks including; ordering and maintenance of materials and
equipment, accounts payable and invoicing, direct handling of monies, marketing, research
and product display, and the packaging and delivery of finished products.

Group 4 Securitas
February 2000 – November 2001

Security Officer

I performed various duties including; loss prevention, patrolling, access control, monitoring
of security systems, personal escort, public relations, collector of public monies, incident
reporting, payroll, personnel administration, equipment issue, banking, issuance of accounts
to clients, re-supply of office equipment, data entry, word processing, operation reporting,
electronic scanning of baggage, electronic scanning of individuals. I performed these duties
at a number of key public and infrastructure sites including; The National Library, Air and
Maritime Services, The Canberra Airport and Telstra Tower.

Salvation Army Red Shield Industries

1997 – 1999

Store Manager

I was responsible for managing a number of the Salvation Army stores as a roving
manager. Included in my duties were the management of stock, salaried and volunteer
personnel, community service order personnel, and accounts. I employed her marketing
skills to direct sales for the organisation, involving the establishment of good customer and
public relations. I provided sound financial management of the store, including keeping of
records, accounts, banking, and the issuing invoices. I displayed excellent communication,
negotiation and customer service skills when liaising with community and government
welfare organisations, and being sensitive to the needs of welfare clients and the store's
clientèle.

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Department of Defence - Army
February 1985 - 1993

Soldier, Steward, Admin Clerk, Sergeant and Training Warrant Officer

I performed a range of administrative duties during my service career including the

management of travel, allowances and related record, data entry, client relations and
personnel supervision. I initially trained as a steward in the Australian Army Catering Corps,
and then progressing my career as an administrative clerk in the Royal Australian Army
Ordinance Corps with data-entry and computer competency training, recruitment officer
training and instructional techniques training.

As a substantive Sergeant and temporary Warrant Office, I was responsible as a team

leader for the direction of small teams. I continued as a recruiting officer then as a training
Warrant Officer responsible for the coordination and delivery of instruction in field-craft,
weapons, first-aid, infantry tactics and civilian employment based skills.

Interests Referees
Textiles Clive Mitchell-Taylor
Reading Relationship – Former Officer Commanding, Army
Culinary pursuits 0412 012 167
Creative craftwork
Horticulture
History John Greenwood
Historical recreation Relationship – Lecturer University of Canberra
Middle Eastern dancing 02 62012693
Singing

Fiona Neumann
Relationship – Former Second in Command - Army
0417 349 817

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