*This course will not be given again until FALL 2022*
Course Description
Photographic materials present unique preservation challenges in cultural heritage collections. This course deals with those challenges and offers an introduction to the principles of photographic preservation. Students will learn to identify the various photographic processes, from the daguerreotype to the digital print, as well as their deterioration characteristics. Emphasis will be placed on understanding preventive conservation actions and implementing long term preservation strategies, such as maintaining a good environment and following the safe care, handling and storage guidelines which help extend the longevity of photographic materials. This course is intended to help collections managers, registrars, curators, librarians, archivists, or anyone whose responsibility is to care for a photograph collection.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify the major historic photographic processes.
- Explain the ways that photographs deteriorate.
- Recall and apply proper handling guidelines for photographs.
- Design safe storage environments for photographic materials.
This course is designed for individual participation; each individual must enroll.
Course Fee: $199.00 USD
Instructor: Danae Renieri
When does the course start and finish?
- This course starts on March 14, 2022. It is an asynchronous online course designed to be completed in 4 weeks.
- Participants will spend approximately 2 hours each week on viewing lectures, answering quizzes, and completing discussion, reading, and written assignments.
- It is recommended that you complete each week's work within that week to stay in sync with other learners.
When is the last day for enrollment?
Friday, March 11th