We use Extensis Portfolio to manage all of our images. I do add the metadata to non-collection images through Adobe Bridge so that it actually is attached to the image file and not just in a database field. We are looking for ways to tie the Portfolio db to our collection management software, K-Emu. We are now also looking at ways to manage data from anything that is born digital: archives, working files, contracts and other scanned docs, etc. Portfolio does have the capability of handling a variety of formats so we may extend its' functionality, and we're also exploring what K-Emu (relatively new to our institution) can do. What we're talking about is an enterprise management system, whether it is a combination of disparate programs or one inclusive program.
Katherine Moloney Teaching and Visual Resources Coordinator Amon Carter Museum 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard Fort Worth, Texas 76107 817.989.5035 All opinions expressed herein are my own and not those of my employer -----Original Message----- From: mcn-l-bounces at mcn.edu [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Alyssa Rosso Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 1:52 PM To: mcn-l at mcn.edu Subject: [MCN-L] Photo Management Methods We are undergoing the process of managing our images and photos throughout the organization. In addition to digitally cataloguing our museum's collection, we are also looking to organize all of the museum's photography. This includes publicity images of the museum, visitors, and exhibitions for the communications, development, and education departments as well. Right now we run into the problem of images being separated from their photo captions. Images of traveling exhibitions are being duplicated throughout departments, which takes up space on the server. Sometimes the images are altered in ways that are inconsistent with our lending contracts so we need a way to preserve them. We have no consistent or centralized filing system or naming convention throughout the entire organization. I hoping to know what has worked for other organizations. Do you have standard photo storage requirements that you use throughout the organization? What are they? What about photo management software such as Cumulus? What are the pros and cons of that? Thanks! I look forward to receiving your feedback. Alyssa --- Alyssa Rosso Public Relations Coordinator TACOMA ART MUSEUM 1701 Pacific Avenue Tacoma, Washington 98402 T: 253.272.4258 x3002 F: 253.627.1898 www.TacomaArtMuseum.org Become a Member <http://www.tacomaartmuseum.org/page.asp?view=190> Today! _______________________________________________ You are currently subscribed to mcn-l, the listserv of the Museum Computer Network (http://www.mcn.edu) To post to this list, send messages to: mcn-l at mcn.edu To unsubscribe or change mcn-l delivery options visit: http://toronto.mediatrope.com/mailman/listinfo/mcn-l
