Art Practice: Overview

This guide is designed to introduce the Art Practice student to Library resources that pertain more specifically to their concentrations. If you are conducting research for a course outside of your department (e.g. Liberal Arts), a different guide may be appropriate. Library staff are available to meet with you one-on-one to discuss Library resources related to your coursework or studio practice.

Useful Links:

Library catalog
Art Practice databases
Luna image collections
Copyright and Appropriation guide

Reference Sources (Encyclopedias, Dictionaries):

• Quick overview of artists, art movements, techniques, and more

Books: 

• In-depth research 
• Exhibitions, collections, and individual artists' work
• Mediums and techniques
• Historical context  

Articles:

• Detailed findings from individual studies
• Current information on a topic
• Exhibition reviews

Images and Videos:

• Curated image collections provide high-quality images for research

Material Samples:

• Tactile interaction with textiles, metals, plastics, wood, glass, tiles, paper, and more
• Color systems