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Online Publications
Description of the Series
The purpose of this series is to electronically publish scholarly, professional, or practical work relating to art librarianship and visual resources curatorship. Online Publications can take advantage of an accelerated production schedule, immediate updating, online linkage to other resources, and can include smaller works or those more specialized than what is usually published as an Occasional Paper.
Although priority will go to publications by ARLIS/NA units and members, work of non-members will also be considered. The Society reserves the right of first-refusal for publication of work produced by its units and papers delivered at its conferences.
As opposed to an Occasional Paper, an Online Publication contains timely information often incorporating links to other online resources. An Online Publication may be a work stemming from the activities and interests of the Society and its members; a collection of papers on a particular theme, possibly illustrated, based on papers delivered at the annual conference, or brought together from various sources for publication or republication; a bibliography, index, guide, handbook, research manual or directory; a report of a survey or study of interest to art librarians and visual resources curators; a compilation of exiting documents such as library policies or procedures; or a concentrated study or analysis of a single idea or concept. Online Publications are usually accessible free of charge but the Communications and Publications Committee reserves the right to charge for access to individual Online Publications.
An Online Publication may NOT be a document which due to content or format might better be published as an article in Art Documentation, the Society's journal; a work directed toward art historians or artists rather than toward art librarians or visual resources curators; or commercial publicity, issuing from publishers, vendors, or other individuals in trades associated with art librarianship, although objective, nonpartisan contributions from such sources are welcome.
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New Online Publications
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NEW Maintenance Guidelines ADDED
This important Online Publication now includes an additional chapter (written by Anne Simmons and Linda Psomas) devoted to maintenance recommendations. These new recommendations cover all the essential practicalities of creating and maintaining an Artist Files collection: classification of the files, assigning locations, physically creating the files, labeling, housing, and filing and circulation.
This new chapter on maintenance recommendations joins MARC cataloging recommendations to represent indispensible documentation needed to create and provide access to an artist file collection. In conjunction with the Online Directory of artist file collections, this publication provides vital and authoritative guidance to creating and making available an artist file collection.
The complete Online Publication provides much-needed documentation that helps the art librarian catalog, arrange, and provide local, national, and international access to artist files collections. Included are general guidelines for creating MARC records representing artist files, and an abundance of further information that includes links to online collections, conference papers, professional societies and much more.
Created by the ARLIS/NA Artist Files Working Group
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This online publication, authored by the ARLIS/NA Cataloging Advisory Committee, continues the series of best practice publications devoted to the cataloging of exhibition catalogs. This latest publication provides invaluable recommendations for creating correct name and title access points when cataloging exhibition catalogs.
The cataloging of exhibition publications poses unique challenges to new and experienced catalogers alike. These types of publications often require more use of a cataloger's judgment, and more intervention in terms of transposing, omitting, and supplying data. Decision-making about the choice of a primary access point can be quite involved, and local practices and guidelines greatly affect how an exhibition publication is cataloged. How are exhibition venues traced? Who is the main entry – artist or author? Thorny questions such as these are answered concisely and with real-world examples.
This publication of best practices is devoted to providing practical guidance to catalogers working with art exhibition publications. These guidelines are intended to be used in conjunction with other cataloging documentation, including Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules 2nd edition, 2002 revision (AACR2), and its successor, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Rule Interpretations (LCRI), and MARC21.
This section of best practice guidelines devoted to Name and Title Access Points of exhibition catalogs is available online at: http://www.arlisna.org/pubs/onlinepubs/cepbp-ntap.pdf.
Written and compiled by: Lynda Bunting, Sherman Clarke, Marly Helm, Elizabeth Lilker, Elizabeth O'Keefe, Sarah Quimby, Daniel Starr.
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This pioneering web-based resource represents a giant step forward in providing access to one of the most important "hidden" collections in art libraries, the Artist Files. The Online Directory is an interactive resource of institutional holdings of artist files that allows for efficient browsing of collection statements and provides links to further artist files resources.
Link to the Directory and add your holdings information now! As more libraries and institutions add their information to the Directory, the more valuable a resource it will become. The Directory now includes records from a small core group of institutions with artist files holdings but from this point forward, all institutions, regardless of size or geographical location, are encouraged to contribute records.
Created by the ARLIS/NA Artist Files Working Group
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Posted: 8 September 2009
This online publication, authored by the ARLIS/NA Cataloging Advisory Committee, continues the series of best practice publications devoted to the cataloging of exhibition catalogs. This latest publication provides invaluable guidance in cataloging the "Subject Heading" fields of exhibition catalogs--illuminating the particular issues and challenges associated with these 6xx fields, including meeting names, named works of art, and the use of genre terms.
The cataloging of exhibition publications poses unique challenges to new and experienced catalogers alike. These types of publications often require more use of a cataloger's judgment, and more intervention in terms of transposing, omitting, and supplying data. Decision-making about the choice of a primary access point can be quite involved, and local practices and guidelines greatly affect how an exhibition publication is cataloged.
This publication of best practices is devoted to providing practical guidance to catalogers working with art exhibition publications. These guidelines are intended to be used in conjunction with other cataloging documentation, including Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules 2nd edition, 2002 revision (AACR2), and its successor, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Rule Interpretations (LCRI), and MARC21.
This online publication is the third devoted to providing best practice guidelines for cataloging exhibition catalogs. The other publications can be accessed online at -
Title and Statement of Responsibility: http://www.arlisna.org/resources/onlinepubs/cataloging.pdf
Note Fields: http://www.arlisna.org/pubs/onlinepubs/cat_exhib_pub.pdf
Written and compiled by: Lynda Bunting, Sherman Clarke, Marly Helm, S. Isidor Justeson, Elizabeth Lilker, Elizabeth O'Keefe, Sarah Quimby, Daniel Starr, Lori Van Deman.
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All Online Publications
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Posted: 9 January 2009
This online publication, authored by the ARLIS/NA Cataloging Advisory Committee, continues the series of best practice publications devoted to the cataloging of exhibition catalogs. This latest publication provides invaluable recommendations for cataloging the "Notes" fields of exhibition catalogs--illuminating all the particular issues and challenges associated with these 5xx fields.
The cataloging of exhibition publications poses unique challenges to new and experienced catalogers alike. These types of publications often require more use of a cataloger's judgment, and more intervention in terms of transposing, omitting, and supplying data. Decision-making about the choice of a primary access point can be quite involved, and local practices and guidelines greatly affect how an exhibition publication is cataloged.
This publication of best practices is devoted to providing practical guidance to catalogers working with art exhibition publications. These guidelines are intended to be used in conjunction with other cataloging documentation, including Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules 2nd edition, 2002 revision (AACR2), and its successor, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Rule Interpretations (LCRI), and MARC21.
This first section of best practice guidelines is devoted to the Title and Statement of Responsibility fields of the MARC record which is available online at: http://www.arlisna.org/resources/onlinepubs/cataloging.pdf.
Written and compiled by: Penny Baker, Lynda Bunting, Anne Champagne, Sherman Clarke, Linda Cuccurullo, Claudia Hill, Elizabeth Lilker, Nancy Norris, Elizabeth O'Keefe, Maria Oldal, Trudi Olivetti, Sarah Quimby, Elizabeth Robinson, Judy Silverman, Daniel Starr, Kay Teel.
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Posted: 2 December 2008
In 2008, the Professional Development Committee of ARLIS/NA undertook a project to update the 1995 publication Library Schools in the United States and Canada: Educational Opportunities for Careers in Fine Arts and Visual Resources Librarianship. Members of the PDC crafted a survey composed of a broad range of questions, aimed at helping prospective students determine the range and depth of course offerings and support services available to those interested in art librarianship, visual resources, and related careers.
This online publication compiles and presents the extensive survey information from 39 of the 56 ALA accredited library science programs in North America and includes at least concise information about each North American program. This free, online publication is intended to provide useful information to those seeking a master's degree in library and information science with the goal of entering into art librarianship or visual resources as a career.
Program entry information
The library and information science program entries in this new publication expand the fields of information from the 1995 Library Schools in the United States and Canada: Educational Opportunities for Careers in Fine Arts and Visual Resources Librarianship to include internships, campus resources, deadlines and financial assistance. The sections below are included in each full entry.
Programs Offered: Lists the major LIS programs and specializations.
Specialized Courses Offered: Lists specific courses in art and visual resources librarianship and how they are offered (evening, day, off-site, distance education).
Credit and Exemption: Details how credits will transfer from other departments and schools.
Internships: Lists the number and type of internships/practicums available.
Campus Resources: Lists cultural resources such as museums or galleries available to students.
Admission deadlines: Details semester deadlines for application.
Financial Assistance: Lists the types of funding and assistance available and deadlines for application.
Compiled by Sarah Carter, Rebecca Cooper, and Karan Rinaldo
- Artists Files Revealed: Documentation & Access
Posted: 25 April 2008
For the art librarian, this publication provides general guidelines for creating MARC records representing artist files. This publication also links the art researcher to a web-based directory of institutional holdings of artist files (Directory of Artist Files) that allows for efficient browsing of collection statements and provides links to further institutional resources from across North and South America as well as Europe.
Written and compiled by: The Artists Files Working Group
- Cataloging Exhibition Publications: Best Practices
Title and Statement of Responsibility
Posted: 17 April 2008
The cataloging of exhibition publications poses unique challenges to new and experienced catalogers alike. These types of publications often require more use of a cataloger's judgment, and more intervention in terms of transposing, omitting, and supplying data. Decision-making about the choice of a primary access point can be quite involved, and local practices and guidelines greatly affect how an exhibition publication is cataloged.
This publication of best practices, created by the ARLIS/NA Cataloging Advisory Committee, is devoted to providing practical guidance to catalogers working with art exhibition publications. These guidelines are intended to be used in conjunction with other cataloging documentation, including Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules 2nd edition, 2002 revision (AACR2), and its successor, Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Rule Interpretations (LCRI), and MARC21.
This first section of best practice guidelines is devoted to the Title and Statement of Responsibility fields of the MARC record ? this division of record elements follows the data field divisions set forth by the International Standard Bibliographic Description (ISBD): title and statement of responsibility area; edition area; type and extent of resource area; publication, distribution, etc., area; physical description area; series area; note area; standard number (or alternative) and terms of availability area.
Written and compiled by: Penny Baker, Lynda Bunting, Anne Champagne, Sherman Clarke, Linda Cuccurullo, Claudia Hill, Elizabeth Lilker, Nancy Norris, Elizabeth O'Keefe, Maria Oldal, Trudi Olivetti, Elizabeth Robinson, Judy Silverman, Daniel Starr, Kay Teel.
- Information Competencies for Students in Design Disciplines
Posted: 12 January 2007
Updated with additions: July 2007
Information Competencies for Students in Design Disciplines, for the first time, compiles a list of core information literacy skills for students. Divided into basic, intermediate, and advanced skills in each design discipline, this set of competencies is an invaluable aid to librarians as they strive to define and delimit information literacy skills for students in design disciplines. These competencies are intended to facilitate a systematic means of integrating information literacy skills into the core curriculum of design students, as well as to open lines of communication with faculty as to how competencies can be integrated into specific course goals.
The authors (Jeanne Brown, Jane Carlin, Thomas Caswell, Edith Crowe, Maya Gervits, Susan Lewis, Alan Michelson, Barbara Opar, and Jennifer Parker) developed Information Competencies for Students in Design Disciplines with previously established information literacy standards at its foundation. The ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education as well as specific standards in other disciplines such as: Information Literacy Standards for Science and Engineering/Technology were consulted in the creation of these standards.
- 2004 Art/Architecture Librarians and Visual Resource Professionals Compensation Survey
Posted: 1 February 2006
The ARLIS/NA 2004 Art/Architecture Librarians and Visual Resource Professionals Compensation Survey consists of fundamental and contextual questions about art/architecture/design librarians, as well as visual resource professionals and their associated compensation levels, incorporating a broad range of institutions throughout North America. The purpose of the compensation survey was to summarize the compensation ranges and duties performed by professionals specializing in these subject areas. The types of settings chosen for the focus were chosen for their similarity of subject matter and duties performed within a specialized subject area and client base. The survey provides users with a much more accurate representation of current pay levels for Art, Architecture and Visual Resource professionals in U.S. and Canadian visual resource settings of all types, and may serve as a valuable management and research tool.
Compiled by Kathrin Dodds & Heather Ball
- Digital Image Database Standards Checklist: Technical, Functional, Content, & Access Recommendations
Posted: 11 January 2006
The Digital Image Database Standards Checklist (DIDSC) may be used as a guide to determine whether a particular electronic image product is appropriate for your library, campus, museum, or other institution. Although designed to evaluate image databases that are content repositories with asset management and presentation functionalities, portions of the checklist may be used independently to assess products with fewer capabilities. The DIDSC itself may be modified, expanded, or augmented to accommodate local needs; institutions are encouraged to tailor this document to suit individual application.
The Standards Committee is very interested in your input; please send any comments or recommendations to Donald Juedes, the committee's current chair.
>> Click here to download the DIDSC in MS Word format.
- ARLIS/NA Core Competencies for Art Information Professionals
Posted: 14 November 2005; Updated: 8 March 2010
The Executive Board of ARLIS/NA appointed a Core Competencies sub-committee of the ARLIS/NA Professional Development Committee in 2003. The charge of the subcommittee was to create core competency standards for the art library and visual resources professions. The resulting document identifies the fundamental knowledge, behaviors, and skills currently essential to most professional positions within the art information field. It is intended to be a flexible document that can be revised as the field evolves and changes.
- MICA TextFinder Index
This index allows you to find texts published in books that are owned by the Decker Library. Included are essays, critical and theoretical texts, manifestos, artist statements, and interviews. There are currently 500 source books included, and more than 15,000 essays (as of 4/2008). Updated quarterly.
- Point/Counterpoint on the DMCA & CTEA
In the spring of 2003 the Public Policy Committee of the Art Libraries Society of North America hosted a point-counter-point session at its annual conference in Baltimore, Maryland. The committee invited two attorneys with expertise in copyright law to discuss the implications of Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and the Copyright Term Extension Act (CTEA) for libraries in general and art libraries in particular. One month prior to the session the committee furnished suggested talking points to each speaker. The session was recorded and a twenty-one page typescript was subsequently generated. The typescript has been edited to improve readability. The essence of the presentation and audience exchanges remains intact.
- Resource Guide: Materials Libraries
Posted: 3 March 2005
Written and compiled by Heather Ball, Head of the Art and Architecture Library at Virginia Tech. This brief resource guide was compiled in response to requests from members of the Architecture Section for more information about materials libraries and their development. Many thanks to Tara Carlisle and Janine Henri of UT Austin for contributing content to this guide.
- Free Art Resources on the Web
Posted: 3 March 2005
From Laura Graveline, compiler: "I often have questions from students, local artists, and art teachers, about free resources on art and artists that are accessible to them on the Internet. There are several sources I use regularly, often to support or supplement subscription resources, and also as a teaching tool when offering instruction sessions to students, to help them understand and utilize the different kinds of information they kind find online."
- NH Classification Schedule for Artistic Photography (revised edition)
- Careers in Art Librarianship and Visual Resources
- Central Plains Union List of Serial Exhibition Catalogs
- Collection Development Policies (samples)
- Criteria for the Hiring & Retention of Visual Resources Professionals
- George Wittenborn Memorial Book Award Winners
- Staffing Standards for Art Libraries & Visual Resources Professionals
- Survey of Small Art Museum Libraries (2002)
- Timelines of Art History
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