Artists
Support
Due to the increased capacity for the Artists File Online to hold up to twelve
images of artwork, Artists Space hopes to ease the transition to this all-digital
format through workshops and one-on-one sessions in the Artists File. Two workshops
were held in February at which the basics of digital imaging, Photoshop, and
the new artist interface were overviewed. Here are the handouts from those workshops
with some practical tips for uploading files:
>Download Digital Imaging Workshop handout as a Word document
>Download Digital Imaging Workshop handout as a PDF file
In light of an ongoing need for assistance, Artists Space will also offer one-on-one sessions in the Artists File for a limited time in the weeks following the launch. Please click here for more details on how to sign up for one of these help sessions.
Slide Scanning
Although the Artists File will still scan 2 of an artist's slides for a $7 charge,
to post more than two images you must provide these images yourself. If you
need slides scanned professionally, US Color Lab, a SoHo-based digital and photography
lab, has generously offered a 25% discount to Artists File members from now
through August 31st, 2006. The cost to get slides scanned and transferred to
a CD with them is about $3 per slide, so with this discount this would be reduced
to $2.25/slide. Make sure you mention Artists Space and the discount when you
go to US Color Labs. www.uscolorlab.com
212-254-7100
Frequently
Asked Questions
I’m having problems uploading my images.
Any suggestions?
How do I change my contact information or update my portfolio page?
Can I email or give out a link to my Artists File portfolio page?
What if I don’t have an email address?
What if I don’t have access to the internet?
What if I don’t have digital images of my artwork?
Why can’t I find my name when I search for it in the Artists File Online?
What has happened to the hard files that used to be in the Artists File?
How do I remove myself from the Artists File Online database?
If you have any problems or questions not covered here, please either email artfile@artistsspace.org or call 212-226-2970 ext. 306. The Artists File Coordinator is in the office to answer your questions on Fridays and Saturdays from 10am – 6pm.
I’m
having problems uploading my images. Any suggestions?
Make sure your image file is a .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, .png, or .bmp format.
(.jpg recommended) The file size should be 72dpi, and at least 450 x 350 pixels
(the database will automatically resize it for you). Large file sizes may take
longer to upload. Also make sure your image files are RGB color not CMYK.
How do I
change my contact information or update my portfolio page?
Once you have logged in to your account (www.afonline.artistsspace.org/login.php),
you will be taken to your Artist Management page. The left hand menu of this
page will allow you to access your information, and change your contact information,
password, and manage your images and statement and resume text. Be sure to update
your information with us at least once every 2 years, or your file will automatically
be removed (you will receive a warning notice one month before this occurs.)
Can I email
or give out a link to my Artists File portfolio page?
Yes – when you are on your artist portfolio page, just copy and paste
the web address that shows in your browser, that is your unique address that
will lead directly to your Artists File portfolio page!
What if
I don’t have an email address?
This new website REQUIRES you to have an email address to be a member of the
Artists File. This is also how curators and interested persons will contact
you, and will be used as your username to log-in to your account. You can get
a free email address at www.hotmail.com
or www.yahoo.com.
What if
I don’t have access to the internet?
If you do not have access to the internet, the Artists File staff can upload
your images and information for you. Please download
this PDF form, print and fill it out and mail it to Artists Space. We can
still scan 2 slides for a 7$ charge, but due to high volume cannot scan more
than 2 images for the online database.
What if
I don’t have digital images of my artwork?
There are many ways to create images of your artwork as a digital file from
using a digital camera, scanning slides, to creating a CD of your artwork from
35mm film. Please read the Artist Support information above
for much more information. Many digital and photographic services are available
that can scan your slides – US Color Lab in Manhattan will give Artists
File members a 25% discount on scanning services through August 31, 2005. www.uscolorlab.com
Why can’t
I find my name when I search for it in the Artists File Online?
Type your full name in the Keyword Search field and then click GO. Make sure
you have at least two images uploaded to your online portfolio, and that it
has been over two weeks since you have joined the Artists File. If you still
cannot find your page, email the Artists File Coordinator at artfile@artistsspace.org
What has
happened to the hard files that used to be in the Artists File?
Artists Space will donate the entire Artists File archive to the library of
the Museum of Modern Art in the summer of 2006. If you would prefer to get your
materials back you must send us a self-addressed stamped envelope or pick up
your file in person by June 15, 2006. Mail your SASE to Artists Space, Attn:
Artists File, 38 Greene Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10013 and include a
note that you would like your materials returned to you. Please email artfile@artistsspace.org
in advance to let us know you if you will stop by to pick up your file.
How
do I remove myself from the Artists File Online database?
Email the Artists File Coordinator at artfile@artistsspace.org
if you would like to remove yourself and your artwork from the Artists File
Online.