eResources and Databases

Journal Databases

The library subscribes to a large collection of databases and you can look on the E-Databases A-Z list to see the full range. These include a range of multi-subject databases which are relevant to many subject areas. Depending on your topic you may find additional relevant material here.
There is no single database which contains references to all Photography journals. You will need to look at a range of resources. Useful places to start are listed below:

• a-n The Artists Information Company - A contemporary visual arts information site including the full text of a-n Magazine. Also includes practical information for artists and designers: artist's contract toolkit, codes of practice for visual arts, good exhibition practice, a what's on guide and more

• Art & Architecture Source - Provides the full text of 750 journals, plus references to articles in hundreds more.

• Arts & Humanities Database - This database features hundreds of titles covering Art, Architecture, Design, History, Philosophy, Music, Literature, Theatre and Cultural Studies.

• Camerawork Archive 1972-1987 - Camerawork was a journal designed for the exchange of ideas, views and information on photography and other forms of communication. Articles are on topics such as exploring the application, scope and content of photography. Included in the archive are volumes 1-32.

• Design & Applied Arts Index [DAAI] -A comprehensive index to over 300 design and design-related journals. It contains data on over 27,000 designers, craftspeople, studios, firms and workshops. Subjects covered include animation, architecture, industrial design, interior design, furniture, ceramics, glass, jewellery, fashion, textiles, embroidery, advertising, packaging, photography, and much more. From 1987 to date.

Visual Resources

Film

• Kanopy - Films and documentaries in visual arts related areas

• Box of Broadcasts - BoB enables staff and students to choose and record any broadcast programme from 60+ TV and radio channels. The recorded programmes are then kept indefinitely (no expiry) and added to a growing media archive.

Images

• Worth Global Style Network (WGSN) Fashion - WGSN is an online news and information service providing up-to-date information on current topics in the fashion and style industries. It provides in-depth trend forecasts, coverage of key trade events, including international catwalks, analysis of retail sales, company profiles and reports on topics ranging from visual merchandising to street style.

• Worth Global Style Network (WGSN) Lifestyle & Interiors - WGSN Lifestyle & Interiors is the leading global trend forecasting service and product development tool focused on the ever-evolving needs of the home and interiors industries.

• Newspapers: current and archives - The full text of national and international newspapers. Archives can be viewed in full digital format, with advertisements, news stories and images.

Training

• LinkedIn Learning - For training in photography gear, lighting, software, printing and more.