Keli E. Rylance, Ph.D.
Head, Southeastern
Architectural Archive
300 Jones Hall
Tulane University
Libraries
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 247-1806
When I was in Texas we put together a very basic 'Find Images' guide for undergraduates (not focusing on art) that is linked at http://www.lib.utexas.edu/students/find/findimage.html. Note that it also links to a selected list of 'Image Collections' on U.T.'s 'Databases & Indexes" page at http://www.lib.utexas.edu/indexes/titles.html?type=Image%20Collections. But my main reason for writing is to remind you consider including the Avery Index to Architecture Periodicals since it is still the best way to track down specific types of images such as axonometric views, elevations, sections, aerial photos, plans, site plans, etc., of course with a focus on architecture & related subjects. And I would also suggest not just including ARTstor, but also JSTOR since that way you can track down images in both of these sources at once. And don't forget the image search capabilities in general databases such as Academic Search Complete.
Cheers,
Janine Henri
Architecture, Design, and Digital Services Librarian
UCLA Arts Library
1400 Public Policy Building
Box 951392
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1392
office: 310-206-4587
fax: 310-825-1303
From: ART LIBRARIES SOCIETY DISCUSSION LIST [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Lockard, Ray Anne
Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 6:44 AM
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Subject: [ARLIS-L] Suggestiosn Welcomed
Hello Everyone,
I am putting together a handout on how to find images electronically. I have included all the obvious resources, including art databases with search capability for reproductions, ARTstor, Index of Christian Art, etc. Sites like the ULS Digital Library (Pitt's) that includes D-Scrieb with several image collections, NYPL Digital Collection, American Memory at LC, ULS Media Services which houses films, videos, and DVDs of video and performance art, Internet Metasites, Museum web sites with collection search functions, sites for contemporary artists, net art, and Youtube.
Do any of you know of online exhibitions I can include? I already have the Vatican Exhibit and sites for various international art exhibitions. Any other important ones?
Is there a category I have missed?
Has anyone done such a guide for library users? If so, would you be interested in sharing it with me?
Thanks so much, in advance, for any help you can provide me.
Ray Anne Lockard