Denise,
I think you have already asked us, what you need to know from the board.  Do
they want a "permanent record" for something for now that can be redone in x
number of years.  You can not determine that for them, let them tell you.
If you think it is prudent, put together a pros and cons list for each way
including cost estimates for the board to consider.  I can tell you what I
would do, but it really is their call.
 
Tracie Evans
Collections Manager
Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum
PO Box 2570, Waco TX 76702
254/750-8631
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From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf
Of Denise Haynes
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2006 7:41 AM
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Subject: Re: Photographing Collections
 
Thanks so much for the advice, Heather!
When I mentioned the non-archival quality of digital photography, I was
referring to the upgrading that was needed every so-many years to store the
information (cds and computer programs), in addition to the quality of the
printed copies. In my day job,  we use B&W photos because (when stored
properly & when TRUE B&W film is used) they can have a shelf life of 75
years or more, thus more or less establishing a 'permanent record'.
[National Register of Historic Places/National Historic Landmark photo
policy] Whereas, computer printer ink and photo paper is not really
archival, but ok for short-term use.

I suppose my question should be: should I look at photographing the
collections as establishing a "permanent record' or just think about it as
something that will probably have to be done again in 'x' number of years?
Denise


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