Our Story, Our Mission, Our Artistry

Based in Ottawa, Canada, Brushworks Statue Restoration and Repair has built a solid reputation for quality work and attention to detail.

With accomplished artist Pauline Furmanczyk Winogron overseeing all our projects, Brushworks has restored treasured statues in many churches, presbyteries, chapels, the Canadian Papal Nunciature, Marysville Museum in Montana, Our Lady of the Isle in Louisiana, Our Lady of the Cape National Marian Shrine in Quebec,

and for private home clients. Our clients have come from across

Canada and the United States. You can see us at work on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BrushworksStatueRestoration

At Statuerestorers, we believe that every piece of art tells a story that deserves to be treasured and preserved through time. Founded by experienced artist Pauline Furmanczyk Winogron, our mission is to breathe new life into sculptures and artworks that have lost their original splendor. Many come to us worn, damaged, even missing limbs. They are returned looking new, but maintaining their vintage appearance.

As stewards of art heritage, we hold a deep respect for the integrity and history of every piece we restore. Our mission is to provide meticulous restoration services that not only preserve the artistry but also ensure the legacy continues for generations to come. With a palette of elegance and an approach founded on trust, we invite churches, collectors, museums, and private owners to embark on this restorative journey with us, where artistry meets expertise in every project.

Discover Our Craftsmanship

restoration, sculpture: steve winogron.

Retired from more than three decades as a radio/TV broadcaster, Steve Winogron is the teamn member who rebuilds, repairs or re-sculpts the missing or broken hands, heads, faces, legs or statue bases. Whether it's by hand or by creating a silicone mould of the original and working from there, Steve pays attention to every detail and tries to preserve the subtleties and nuances of original artworks.

lead artist: pauline furmanczyk

Pauline Furmanczyk-Winogron has been an artist her whole life long. She started with simple paintings and progressed to develop incredible skills as a portrait artist - from children and families to Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and his wife Mila. Pauline's expertise in painting faces is one of the reasons she creates amazing facial realism as she restores treasured statues. One reviewer - a Catholic priest - called Pauline's skills "Vatican Quality!" We're humbled!

marble or other faux finishes

We use the highest quality premium materials for lasting results. Many types of faux finishes created on site.

What Our Clients Say

At Saint Patrick's Basilica in Ottawa, (Brushworks) completed an extraordinarily beautiful restoration of our 14 Stations of the Cross. Their faith-informed artistry brought out the beauty of the original work - truly inspiring. After an incident of vandalism to the crucifix near our sanctuary, they restored this object of great devotion to a point where the damage was completely repaired - and with astonishing speed. Five-star recommendation without hesitation.Statuerestorers transformed our gallery's most cherished sculpture, returning it to its former glory. The attention to detail and passion for art they demonstrate is unparalleled. We couldn't be happier with the results!

Msgr. Kevin Beach

Rector -ret'd

St. Patrick Basilica

Incredible service, you will not find a more professional, prompt business of any field anywhere! Simply the best! Thanks Steve, Pauline. Cheers, Tim

Timothy Vadneau

Ottawa

Thank you so much to Pauline and Steve for doing such a wonderful job on restoring the Nativity pieces that my grandfather made. Great communication throughout the process. They will be cherished for many more years to come!

Marrissa Verucci

The work done by Steve and his wife, Pauline Winogron is unduplicated. They were able to take a candle stick holder that has been in our parish for the last 171 years bring it to “light” in a way that it not only blends in with all the other ornaments on the altar but actually makes the Paschal Candle Shine. Our parish highly recommends your restoration services.. St. John The Evangelist Parish, Enniskerry, Ontario.

Maggie Kelly

Enniskerry

We were overjoyed with the restoration of my mother’s carving. Steve and Pauline demonstrated great care and respect throughout the process. We gave them broken pieces and they lovingly restored the carving to its original beauty. It will be treasured forever.

Heather Ochalski

Daughter of prominent Canadian Inuit Artist Martha Tickie

I wish I could express how incredible Steve and Pauline's work and reparations were, but I truly don't think words would do it justice. I have a St Anthony statue that I've had for many years, which I hold very dear to my heart, and I had accidentally broken it upon newly moving. They not only fixed my St Anthony into a better state than he was in pre-break, but they offered their services with such kindness, utmost care and warmth. My heart wouldn't be as full if I'd gotten it repaired by anyone other than them. Thank you both so much!

Neena Sinnathurai

Very positive experience. Steve’s communication throughout the process was very good and the repair work on the statue was fantastic. The small Columbia Statuary Mary statue was badly damaged and a complete repair was needed. They did an amazing job on the structural repair, final shaping, and most importantly, the painting. The painting is what really determines the final expression of the statue. It is difficult to do well but Pauline did a wonderful job. When I stand back from the statue and look at it, it almost seems as if it about to move. I’m very pleased with the final result and I’m thankful I could honor the real Blessed Mother by having this special statue restored so beautifully. Thank you, Steve and Pauline.

Mitchell Hesley