Jen Library Reference Department

Join us for Jen Library’s bi-annual Open House! Get up close and personal with library collections relating to…

• film and television
• animation
• dramatic writing
• performing arts
• interactive design and game development
• motion media
• performing arts
• production design
• sound design
• visual effects
• equestrian studies.

Magazines, books, theses, digital images, DVDs and rare and unique materials (such as original Don Bluth studio animation and video game drawings, paintings and cels) will all be on display. We hope you discover something new, exciting, and inspiring!

Plus, take the trivia challenge, and you could win a FREE pizza party at Mellow Mushroom!

It’s all taking place at Jen Library, 3:00 – 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 20. 210 E Broughton Street, Savannah – across from the Trustees theater.

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Whether you are new to college research, or need a refresher and skills boost, there is a Library workshop for you. Two workshops take place this week, each with two time options for your convenience. No need to RSVP, just choose a time and log in.

Research Survival 101

• Online:   Sunday, April 17^th @ 2pm / Monday, April 18^th @ 8pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/researchsurvival101/
• Does writing research papers feel like an impossible task? Are you full of great ideas, but not sure how to get them down on paper? Do trustworthy, professor-approved sources seem to elude you? If you answered YES to any of the above questions, attend Research Survival 101 online! Intended for those who are new to college-level research, this interactive workshop will provide practical strategies for staying organized, focused, and creative with research assignments. Come ready to share ideas and questions.

Advanced Research Survival

• Online:  Sunday, April 17^th @ 5pm / Tuesday, April 19^th @ 8pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/adv_researchsurvival/
• You’re a research survivor – now take your skills to the next level. This interactive online workshop is intended for anyone who is already familiar with the SCAD library catalog and databases, but wants to go beyond the basic resources. We will discuss practical tips such as constructing advanced keyword strings, “hacking” Google to discover interesting library resources, obtaining items from non-SCAD libraries, and more. Ideal for those writing senior and graduate theses, and anyone who wants to improve their searching overall.

CC Image by Nate Stiener on Flickr

If you will be in Atlanta at the end of the month, check out this super-cool event, organized in part by the SCAD-Atlanta Library:

SCAD Atlanta’s 4th Annual Artist’s Book Symposium

Join scholars, artists, and students at SCAD Atlanta for a symposium devoted to the study of artists’ books March 31st and April 1st,  2011.

Thursday March 31st:

• 6pm    Reception
• 6:30pm Artist’s talk by German artist Anton Würth – http://www.antonwuerth.de/

Friday April 1st:

• 3:30pm: Reception
• 4pm: Panel discussion: Business Strategies of Professional Artists with Carolee Campbell, Anton Würth, and Brian Dettmer
• 5pm: Juror Brian Dettmer Announces Student Artist’s Book Competition Awards
• 5:30pm: Artist’s Process Talk by Brian Dettmer – http://briandettmer.com/
• 6pm: Carolee Campbell: Ninja Press: 25 Years & Counting – http://www.ninjapressbooks.com/history.html

The symposium is free and open to the public; for information email mmurphy(at)scad(dot)edu

All events take place in Trois Gallery on the 4th floor in the ACA Library of SCAD Atlanta. (Check out their blog for additional interesting library news.)

ACA Library of SCAD
SCAD Atlanta
1600 Peachtree St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30309

2010 SCAD bookmark contest winners. Will your design be next?

How cool would it be to have thousands of people see your art every time they crack open their library books? While you enjoy using your shiny new, FREE art supplies? Intrigued? Then submit your entries for the 2nd annual SCAD Libraries Student Art Contest!

Design a Bookmark for SCAD Libraries
Deadline: March 27

The purpose of SCAD Libraries Student Art Contest is to provide a visible and professional venue for the talents of SCAD students while simultaneously promoting SCAD Libraries. This year, students are encouraged to submit designs for a full-color library bookmark, to be distributed at various campuses. Current SCAD undergraduate and graduate students in all locations and departments may participate. A panel of faculty and staff judges will determine the top three winners. Prizes are listed below:

* 1st place: Design is published in bookmark form; winner receives $100 (U.S. Dollars) gift card to an art supply store
* 2nd place: $75 (U.S. Dollars) gift card to an art supply store
* 3rd place: $50 (U.S. Dollars) gift card to an art supply store

Entry rules and procedures are posted on our library catalog homepage at http://library.scad.edu

Questions? Call 912-525-4700, email librarycontest(at)scad(dot)edu or Ask A Librarian.

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Would you like to understand what makes a “good” info source, boost your searching skills, go beyond Google and Wikipedia, or locate the best quality digital images? Then come to a library workshop this quarter! Most events are free and open – some online, some in person – just log in or show up.

Library-phobia: Don’t Fear! A Librarian is Here!

• Online:  Sunday, January 16^th @ 3pm / Thursday, January 20^th @ 8pm (for eLearners)
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/libraryphobia/
• Does the thought of using the library make your palms sweat?  Has it been years since you’ve even been in a library?  Do you have any questions about libraries but are too embarrassed to ask?  If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this workshop is for you!  A librarian will give a brief overview of what a library has, what is can do for you and make you feel more comfortable using it.  Time will be allotted at the end for questions and answers.  No RSVP is necessary – just log in.  Log in as a “guest”, if you would like to be anonymous.

Research Survival 101

• Online:   Sunday, January 23^th @ 2pm / Monday, January 24^th @ 8pm
• At the River Club: first floor, Thursday, January 27^th @ 6pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/researchsurvival101/
• Does writing research papers feel like an impossible task? Are you full of great ideas, but not sure how to get them down on paper? Do trustworthy, professor-approved sources seem to elude you?  If you answered YES to any of the above questions, attend Research Survival 101 online! This interactive workshop will provide practical strategies for staying organized, focused, and creative with research assignments.  No RSVP is necessary – just log in.

Advanced Research Survival: Library Resources Beyond the Basics

• Online:   Sunday, January 23^rd @ 5pm / Tuesday, January 25^th @ 8pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/adv_researchsurvival/
• You’re a research survivor – now take your skills to the next level. This interactive online workshop is intended for anyone who is already familiar with the SCAD library catalog and databases, but wants to go beyond the basic resources. We will discuss practical tips such as constructing advanced keyword strings, “hacking” Google to discover interesting library resources, obtaining items from non-SCAD libraries, and more. Ideal for those writing senior and graduate theses, and anyone who wants to improve their searching overall! No RSVP is necessary – just log in.

Introduction to ARTstor and the SCAD Digital Image Database (registration required)

• Jen Library Room 108:  Thursday Jan. 20, 2:30-4:00pm / Wednesday Jan. 26, 12:-1:30pm
• The session will demonstrate the fundamentals of searching the online resources ARTstor and SCAD Digital Image Database, saving image collections, and creating class presentations using the ARTstor Offline Image Viewer. Participants will also learn how to have images added to the SCAD Digital Image Database to fill the needs of specific courses and student presentations. To register for this session or to make an appointment for individual training, e-mail the Visual Resources Center at vrc@scad.edu.

Workshops at the ACA Library of SCAD-Atlanta

• The Atlanta library is offering drop-in research sessions, finding images for fashion and research, and more! See the full list here.

Jen Library is opening its doors again for our second-ever open house. This is your chance to get inspired by the Library’s extensive collections in a hands-on, interactive setting. Students, staff and faculty had a blast checking out all of our Sequential Arts collections last spring. This time the focus is on Building Arts and we have even more awesome stuff to show you!

Join us Wednesday, September 29, from 3 – 7 pm to view, explore and learn more about…

• Building Arts and Interior Design periodicals and related publications
• Architectural drawings of the Central GA Railway buildings
• Other historic images and publications from library Special Collections
• Digital image database demonstrations
• Award winning graduate theses

Plus, play trivia, win prizes and make suggestions to help the library’s collection grow. (BONUS: get your FYE passport stamped by the library, Writers Studio and Learning Resource Hive!) Everyone is welcome to attend this free and open event. See you there!

View/ download event flier (PDF)

Do you like:

• Cool and unusual animation memorabilia giveaways?
• Fabulous stress-relief raffle prizes?
• Mass amounts of free sugary goodness?
• Looking at original books, artworks and rare materials not seen ANYWHERE else?
• Incredible images, graphic novels and library resources that ANY student can use?

If so, come to Jen Library’s Spring open house next week. Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to visit us on Wednesday, May 5, from 3:00 – 7:00 PM .

This casual and open even is a great opportunity to learn more about Library collections and services, especially those for Illustration, Sequential Art and Animation Majors. Drop in anytime during the event! Expect to see:

• Highlights from the Don Bluth collection, such as original cels, background paintings and character drawings
• ANIM, SEQA and ILLU images from our digital collections, and demos on how to access and use these for your projects
• Original artists books, comics, and other unique treasures
• The best of our ever-expanding graphic novels collection
• Magazines and journals that are perfect for learning about of cool artists and news in your field
• Friendly librarians, Writers Studio, and Learning Resource Hive staff
• Candy, prizes, and giveaways galore

No RSVP needed: just drop in. See you in there!

CC image by Flickr user Nutmeg

Hey artists’ books fans! Don’t forget that SCAD’s Third Annual Artists’ Book Symposium, “Variant Hues”, takes place this weekend at SCAD-Atlanta’s ACA Library. There are student workshops with visiting artist Macy Chadwick as well as great publications to be seen from Vamp and Tramp, purveyors of artists’ books and fine/ small press editions. Events run all day on both Friday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13.

While you’re enjoying the symposium, be sure to visit Trois Gallery for “No Translation Required: Artists’ Books in Germany and Georgia“. This exhibit represents a collaboration between SCAD, the University of the Arts, Braunschweig, Germany, and the Klingspor Museum, Offenbach, Germany. It showcases selections of the best contemporary book art in each country. It will be on view through April 16th.

And if you’re not able to make it to Atlanta, Jen Library has plenty of materials on handmade and artists’ books. Whether you want to view an original, gain research or inspirational information, or make your own, there’s lots to explore! Here are a few individual titles to get you started:

• The Century of Artists Books -  N7433.3 .D78 2004
• Cuban Artists Books and Prints – N7433.35.C9 C83 2009
• Eye on Europe: Prints, Books and Multiples, 1960 to Now – NC225 .W93 2006
• Non-Adhesive Binding – Z 271 .S66 1992
• Books, Boxes and Portfolios – Z271 .Z4413 1990
• Artists’ Multiples, 1935 – 2000 – N6494.M8 B87 2001

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Are you attending the Interaction Design Association’s conference in Savannah this weekend? IxD 2010 is centered at the Trustees Theater with additional events, discussions, presentations and more happening around the area. If you’re on Twitter, follow @IxD10 and #IxD10 to stay up to date on the latest conference news and reports.

During the conference, stop into Jen Library to check out special IxD participant exhibits and more. PLUS we have plenty of great materials to whet your interest in interactive design! Suggested titles:

• Designing Interactions QA76.9.H85 M64 2007
• Making Meaning: How Successful Businesses Deliver Meaningful Customer Experiences HF5415 .D55 2008
• I Miss My Pencil: A Design Exploration TS171 .B664 2009
• Design Fundamentals for New Media  QA76.575 .B46 2005
• Design Research Now: Essays and Selected Projects  TA174 .D475 2007
• Contextual Design: Defining Customer-Centered Systems  QA 76.9 .S88 B493 1998
• The Design of Everyday Things TS171.4 .N67 2002
• Designing Gestural Interfaces QA76.9.U83 S24 2009
• New Media, Old Media: A History and Theory Reader P90 .N52 2006
• Second Person : Role-playing and Story in Games and Playable Media GV1469.17.S63 S43 2007
• Digital Storytelling : A Creator’s Guide to Interactive Entertainment QA76.76.I59 M55 2008
• Interactive Architecture NA2543.T43 F69 2009
• Place Advantage : Applied Psychology For Interior Architecture NA2850 .A94 2009

…  more IX, UX and related design titles are available to choose from. Click the call numbers to begin exploring, or pick a title and browse the stacks nearby to see similar items. Or ask a Librarian to give you a helping hand!

CC image by Rainer Ebert

The Library (& friends) are offering lots of great workshops this quarter! Whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student, or teaching faculty, we have something for you:

Research Survival 101

Sunday, January 24 / 5:00 – 7:00 p.m./ O-House Ballroom
For all current SCAD students

Does writing research papers feel like an impossible task? Are you full of great ideas, but not sure how to get them down on paper? Do trustworthy, professor-approved sources seem to elude you?

If you answered YES to any of the above questions, come to Research Survival 101! This interactive workshop will provide practical strategies for staying organized, focused, and creative with research assignments. Come ready to share ideas and actively participate to solve your biggest research and writing dilemmas. No RSVP is necessary and food and drinks are provided! Presented by SCAD’s Jen Library and The Writers Studio.

Image Databases at SCAD

Thursday, January 28 OR Friday, January 29 / both 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. / Jen Library Room 108
For all SCAD faculty, staff and students

The Visual Resources Center (VRC) offers these workshops to highlight the digital image resources that are available to the SCAD community. Learn the fundamentals of using ARTstor to find and save images, download and organize images from the SCAD Digital Image Database (DID), and then incorporate these images into class presentations using the ARTstor Offline Image Viewer (OIV). Participants will also learn how to have images added to the SCAD DID to fill the needs of specific courses and student presentations.

Seating is limited so please email vrc@scad.edu, or call 525-4726 to reserve a spot. The VRC also offers individual training by appointment for those unable to make it to the workshops.

Copyright Concerns, Copyright Solutions Faculty Workshop

Friday, January 29 / 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. / Arnold Hall, #108
For SCAD Faculty

Join us for a discussion about copyright issues relating to the library at SCAD. Library representatives will be present to answer questions and provide solutions to the challenges facing copyright and fair use in the library environment. In order to better focus on the SCAD community’s unique copyright and fair use issues, we are asking for questions in advance of this event. Please email your library specific questions to: htatom (at) scad (dot) edu. Please slo RSVP to this address if you plan to attend. Co-sponsored by Jen Library and Innovative Teaching and Learning.

**And don’t forget that SCAD’s Writers Studio and Learning Resource Hive offer great workshops as well!**