Seats are still available in the following two SOLINET Preservation
classes. Sign up for both "Preservation of Digital Photographs" and
"Care of Photographic Collections" and save $50. Any institution in
Georgia may attend at the member rate, as these classes are funded in
part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, division
of Preservation and Access.  Be sure to choose the "member rate" option
when registering online to ensure proper billing.


CARE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC MATERIALS
 
Photographic materials present significant preservation concern in
library and archival collections. They are often heavily used, and are
fragile and susceptible to damage due to improper storage conditions.
This full-day introductory class is designed to aid cultural
institutions in developing preservation strategies based on real-world
issues, such as storage conditions and handling guidelines for
photographic collections that provide protection and access. Examples of
housing supplies, photographic materials, and deteriorated photographs
will be provided. Class format is primarily lecture with ample time for
questions.

Among the topics covered:

* Photographic materials and processes
* Issues with prints, color, film, glass, albums
* Environment and storage guidelines
* Handling guidelines
* Housing guidelines
* Exhibition guidelines
* Duplication/reformatting
* New technologies
* Collection maintenance/preservation planning. 
 
Intended audience: The workshop is designed for those who have
photograph collections and will be particularly significant for those
who are responsible for the care or use of these materials.

Location and Time: Southeastern Library Network, Atlanta, GA, Friday,
June 10th, 9am to 4pm.

Price: $145.00 for SOLINET members, $185.00 for non members.  Any
institution in the host state qualifies for the member rate.  Be sure to
choose the "member rate" option when registering to ensure proper
billing.  Participants attending both "Care of Photographic Collections"
and "Preservation of Digital Photographs" will receive a $50 discount.


PRESERVATION OF DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHS
 
Does your institution display or create digital photographs? Without
active preservation, these images may not be accessible in the future,
due to changes in technology. This one-day class is an introduction to
the nature of digital images and their various formats, as well as
maintenance and storage methods. Elements of project management will be
covered, including a look at current digital preservation policies and
standard best practices. This class will help participants organize
digital photograph collections, and help them develop strategies for
preserving those collections through computer upgrades, disasters, and
changing technological demands.
 
Intended Audience: Anyone working with a digital photograph collection
or hoping to start one.
 
Location and Time: Southeastern Library Network, Atlanta, GA, Thursday,
June 9th, 9am to 4pm.

Price: $195.00 for SOLINET members, $235.00 for non members.  Any
institution in the host state qualifies for the member rate.  Be sure to
choose the "member rate" option when registering to ensure proper
billing.  Participants attending both "Care of Photographic Collections"
and "Preservation of Digital Photographs" will receive a $50 discount.


For more information or to register, contact Vanessa Richardson at
1-800-999-8558, [log in to unmask]
<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or visit our website at
www.solinet.net <outbind://17/www.solinet.net> for full descriptions and
online registration.

These classes are funded in part by a grant from the National Endowment
for the Humanities, Division of Preservation and Access.  

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