The following video tutorials are intended to be viewed together. The first video gives a basic overview of print and photographic materials. The second and third videos present a step-by-step method for photographic process identification and how to pair this method with Graphics Atlas as a reference resource to successfully identify photographs.
Print and Photograph Materials
Print and Photograph Materials gives a basic overview of the variety of processes and materials used to print graphic images. The video covers the basics of printmaking techniques, photographic printing, photomechanical printing, and digital printing processes. The purpose of this video is to provide a baseline understanding of the materials and structures of graphic printing processes, which will aid in the process identification methodology.
Photographic Process Identification Methodology and Controlled Vocabulary
Photographic Process Identification Methodology and Controlled Vocabulary introduces a step-by-step approach to photographic process identification with a controlled vocabulary of terms and images that visually define the common key identifying features for photographs. This video demonstrates how to break down process identification into manageable steps and to make observations of print physical characteristics. This method can be paired with Graphics Atlas to successfully identify photographs.
Using Graphics Atlas for Photographic Process Identification
Using Graphics Atlas for Photographic Process Identification demonstrates how to pair the identification methodology and controlled vocabulary with Graphics Atlas to successfully identify photographic prints. The Identification Methodology provides a step-by-step approach to looking at photographs for identification. Observations of photograph characteristics made using the methodology can be applied to Graphics Atlas, particularly in the search function, which narrows down the possibilities. Images and information provided on the site will help users succeed in identifying photographs.
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