MVCC Libraries: Art: Websites

Websites

Based on the Evaluating Websites Criteria, these are some suggested sites made by the MVCC Librarians for Art:

International Sculpture Center
A valuable source for anyone interested in the world of sculpture.
The J. Paul Getty Museum
The J. Paul Getty Trust is a cultural and philanthropic institution dedicated to critical thinking in the presentation, conservation, and interpretation of the world's artistic legacy
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Timeline of Art History
"A chronological, geographical, and thematic exploration of the history of art from around the world".
Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute
Utica's renowned Art museum with links to its permanent collection, exhibitions and events.
Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery
Search more than 12,000 records from the collections of paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, and photographs that document the diversity of individuals who have made significant contributions to the history and culture of the United States. Digitized images are currently being incorporated into the database as copyright research is completed and reproduction rights are cleared.
The Web Gallery of Art
The Web Gallery of Art is a virtual museum and searchable database of European fine arts from 11th to 19th centuries.
Wikimedia Commons
The Wikimedia Commons contains thousands of free images, sound, and other multimedia files. Images available for use include those of paintings, sculptures, photographs, and more.
Getty Images
Contains several picture and film archive collections including National Geographic and Time Life.
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Online Catalog
"The collections of the Prints & Photographs Division include photographs, fine and popular prints and drawings, posters, and architectural and engineering drawings. While international in scope, the collections are particularly rich in materials produced in, or documenting the history of, the United States and the lives, interests and achievements of the American people."
Archives of American Art
"The Archives of American Art is the world’s pre-eminent and most widely used research center dedicated to collecting, preserving, and providing access to primary sources that document the history of the visual arts in America." Filled with a variety of photos and artwork for anyone to view.

Website Evaluation

Depending on the purpose of your paper you may use online sources. By applying these five criteria you can decide if they are sources to use. Ask yourself the following questions:

Authority
Is the document author or site sponsor clearly identified?
Does the site provide contact information for the author or sponsor?
Objectivity or clear disclosure of advocacy
Is the site's purpose clear (for example, to inform, entertain or persuade)?
Is the site explicit about declaring its point of view?
Does the site indicate whether it is directed toward a specific audience?
Coverage
Are the topics covered by the site clear?
Does the site exhibit a suitable depth and comprehensiveness for its purpose?
Is sufficient evidence provides to support the ideas and options presented?
Accuracy
Are the sources of information stated?
Do the facts appear to be accurate?
Can you verify this information by comparing this source with other sources in the field?
Currency
Are the dates included in the website?
Is the information current, or at least still relevant for the site's purpose? For you purpose?

Criteria list taken in whole from: Ramage, Bean and Johnson. The Allyn and Bacon Guide to Writing. 5th Ed. Boston: Pearson Education, Inc., 2009: 602.

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