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New to Artist Registry

  1. What is the Artist Registry.org?
  2. Who can be included on the Artist Registry?
  3. Who should use the Artist Registry?
  4. Do I need to pay to use this registry?
  5. What are the browser/system requirements for viewing the Artist Registry?
  6. How does an artist use the Artist Registry?
  7. How can I use the Artist Registry?
  8. Why are there two different areas--For the Art Curious and For the Arts Community--on the Main Page of the Artist Registry? Which one should I use to enter the site?

Finding Artist Portfolios on Artist Registry

  1. How do I search for an artist portfolio on the Artist Registry?
  2. How do I view an artist portfolio?
  3. How do I use the Artist Registry Search Options?
  4. There seem to be a lot of ways to search for an artist's or group's portfolio. Which one should I use?
  5. Do I have to use keywords while doing a search, and, if not, why would I want to use them?
  6. What type of words should I use for my keywords?
  7. How can I make the search engine find the exact phrase I list in the Keyword field?
  8. Is the Keyword field case sensitive?
  9. If I use more than one keyword, do I have to use punctuation to separate them?
  10. How do I use double quotes (" ") in my search?
  11. My search results didn't match my keywords. Why?
  12. Can I search in a geographical area?
  13. Can I search by type of discipline?
  14. How is the order of the search results determined?
  15. When I searched for an artist, I was given the message, "There is no artist matching your search criteria." What went wrong?

Viewing Artist Portfolios on Artist Registry

  1. What is an artist portfolio?
  2. What is the difference between the portfolio presented to an Art Curious user and a user from the Arts Community?
  3. What is "Public Art"?
  4. Where do I find artist information and work samples?
  5. What types of work samples will I find in an artist's portfolio?
  6. How do I view information in an artist's portfolio?
  7. How do I view artist work samples?
  8. How do I play video and audio on my computer?
  9. How do I view an artist's upcoming events?
  10. How do I view an artist's publications credits?
  11. Why is it that sometimes the artist or group contact information is not listed?
  12. How do I know if the artists and groups listed are available for work?

Artist Registry Contact Information

  1. How do I contact Artist Registry?
  2. How do I contact the artists or groups listed in the Artist Registry?

New to Artist Registry

Please note: The terms "artist" and "group" are used interchangeably in this document.

  1. What is the Artist Registry.org?

    Artist Registry.org is an online artist registry designed to showcase the South's artistic diversity and excellence by spotlighting outstanding artists of all disciplines that live and work in the region.

    Artist Registry.org provides artists and arts groups with an online platform from which to expand their audience, publicize their work, and articulate their artistic philosophy. Artist Registry.org will highlight the work of artists and groups of outstanding artistic merit within Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The registry is a joint effort of Southern Arts Federation (SAF) and the Center for Arts Management & Technology at Carnegie Mellon (CAMT).

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  2. Who can be included on the Artist Registry?

    Artists and groups featured on Artist Registry are outstanding artists of all disciplines that live and work in the South. These artists/groups are chosen by state arts agencies of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

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  3. Who should use the Artist Registry?

    All members of the arts community, or those simply interested in the arts and artists of the South, can search the Artist Registry database without a fee or registration.

    Artist Registry.org has been created to serve the needs of two distinct groups:

    Art Curious
    If you do not have much experience in the arts, and are interested in seeing a showcase of the South's artistic diversity, you can select artists/groups by choosing from an easy-to-use alphabetical listing of artists sorted according to state or discipline. When you find an artist or group of interest, you can click on the artist/group to view a simplified portfolio. A portfolio in the Art Curious section includes work samples, a biography, a method to contact the artist/group, an events calendar, a publications list, awards, and additional Web sites.

    Note: An Art Curious user might be planning a visit to a city or state in the South and want to view the work of an artist from that area. They might also want to find out more about the artist's background, upcoming exhibitions or events, publication credits, and other information.

    Arts Community
    If you currently work in the arts and are specifically looking to hire artists or groups, you can locate talented artists/groups by searching a comprehensive artist roster. When you find an artist/group of interest, you can click on the artist/group to view their complete portfolio. A portfolio in the Arts Community section includes everything listed in an Arts Curious portfolio, plus detailed information about general services offered, such as freelance writing, workshops, public speaking, panelist, arts education experience, and/or public art experience, as well as demographic data and representative contact information.

    Note: Search options include artist name, discipline, state, general services, keywords, and more… An Arts Community user might be a presenter looking to hire a dance company for the upcoming season.

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  4. Do I need to pay to use this registry?

    No. There is no cost to artists or users to access the site.

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  5. What are the browser/system requirements for viewing the Artist Registry?

    This site has been designed to work with computers running the Windows or Macintosh operating system using Internet Explorer 5.0 and Netscape Navigator 6.0 and higher with JavaScript enabled.

    Browser:
    Netscape and Microsoft Internet Explorer Users

      Artist Registry.org has been developed to work with most browsers that support the use of Java and JavaScript, and is best viewed with Netscape Navigator/Communicator (versions 6.0 and later) or Microsoft Internet Explorer (versions 5.0 and later). Download the latest version of Netscape Navigator/Communicator or Internet Explorer.

    AOL User
      If you are using an AOL browser, we suggest you upgrade to the most recent version.
      Important note about AOL browser: AOL browsers are set to compress images by default, resulting in degraded image quality. AOL users who wish to see artwork uncompressed will need to check their preferences. Go to AOL.com for further information.

    Artist Registry.org has been developed to work with most media players.
    Media Players:

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  6. How does an artist use Artist Registry.org?

    An artist or group will use the Artist Registry.org as an online portfolio to showcase and market their work. Because Artist Registry.org is an adjudicated site, only artists of recognized artistic merit are included on the registry. Thus, inclusion on Artist Registry lends prestige and distinction to selected artists living and working in the South.

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  7. How can I use the Artist Registry?

    • Arts Community
      Members of the arts community (presenters, talent seekers, curators, etc.) can use the Artist Registry register to preview the work of artists living and working in the South (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee). These artists have been selected by their state's arts agency for inclusion on this registry, so their artistic merit is assured. Once you have selected an artist or group, you have access to a comprehensive portfolio that includes work samples, a biography, an events calendar, a publications list, representative and artist/group contact information, general services offered, arts education experience, public art experience, awards, additional Web sites, and demographic information.
       
    • Art Curious
      If you are interested in learning more about the arts or artists of the South, the Artist Registry allows you to browse the registry by state or discipline. You can browse an alphabetical listing of Southern artists (those living and working in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee) who work in a variety of disciplines, including crafts, dance, folk/traditional arts, literature, media arts, music, photography, theater, and visual arts. Once you have selected an artist or group, you can view an online portfolio that includes work samples, the artist's name or group, the primary and secondary discipline, the city and state where the artist lives, a biography, a publications list, an events calendar, contact information, awards, and additional Web sites.
      (Note: Depending on the background data that the artist has provided to the Artist Registry, some of this information may not appear in the portfolio.)

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  8. Why are there two different areas--For the Art Curious and For the Arts Community--on the Main Page of the Artist Registry? Which one should I use to enter the site?

    The Art Curious and Arts Community areas differ in three main ways:
    • Their ease of use
    • The search tools they use to locate artist portfolios
    • The amount and type of information included in the artist portfolios they display

    The Arts Curious area lets you browse for artists and groups either by discipline or by state. The Arts Community area lets you locate artist portfolios using an artist index, or you can do a simple or advanced search for an artist. You can even search for artists by experience in public arts and art education. And the portfolio displayed for the Arts Community contains information not included in the Art Curious portfolio, such as public art experience, which might be useful to people in the Arts Community looking for artists to hire or commission.

    The Arts Curious and Arts Community areas were created to make your Artist Registry experience easier, more enjoyable, and more productive. You should use the area whose search tools and portfolio content best serve your individual needs.

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Finding Artist Portfolios on Artist Registry

Please note: The terms "artist" and "group" are used interchangeably in this document.

  1. How do I search for an artist portfolio on the Artist Registry?

    There are several ways to search for an artist or group on the Artist Registry. To use the site's search tools to find an artist portfolio you must be in the Arts Community section. The Arts Community section is where simple and advanced search functionality is located. See FAQ, How do I view an artist portfolio?
    Note: If you do not wish to use the Artist Registry's powerful search capabilities, select Art Curious from the main page and view artists by an easy alphabetical listing.

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  2. How do I view an artist portfolio?

    Viewing Artist Portfolios if You're Art Curious:

    1. At the Southern Artistry Main Page, in the Art Curious section, do ONE of the following:
      • Click on Browse Artists by Discipline
      • Click on Browse Artists by State

      You will be presented with the Artist Registry Welcome Page.

    2. Depending on the browse option you chose, select the State or Discipline you would like to browse.

      You will be presented with the search results page for the State or Discipline you selected. This page lists separate entries for each artist, consisting of the artists name, their primary discipline, their home city and state, and a Portfolio link. Many times an artist will select a work sample that spotlights his/her unique style to sit next to their information on the search results page.

    3. Click on the Portfolio link or the artist/group name in an entry to see more information and samples of the artist's or group's work.

      Note: Artist entries are listed alphabetically. To find the work of a particular artist or group, use the alphabetical index at the beginning of the listing.

    Viewing Portfolios if You're a Member of the Arts Community:

    1. At the Artist Registry Main Page, in the Arts Community section, click on the Search for Artists link.

      You will be presented with the Artist Registry Artist Welcome Page, on this page you can use the simple search to locate artists by state or discipline. You can also select keywords such as an artist name to narrow your search results. You could also choose to use the advanced search features on this site, or do specialized searches for artists with experience in public art and arts education.

      Note: If you do not wish to use the Artist Registry's powerful search capabilities, select the Artist Index link to view artist alphabetically.

    2. Once you have selected a method of locating an artist you are presented with the search results page, Do ONE of the following:
      • Select the Portfolio link to view the artist's portfolio. For more information about the artist portfolio see the section on Viewing Artist Portfolios on Artist Registry.
      • Select the artist name or group name to view the artist's portfolio.

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  3. How do I use the Artist Registry Search Options?

    In the Arts Community Main Page navigation page, you will find five search options:
    • Simple Search
    • Advance Search
    • Artist Index
    • Artists in Arts Education Search
    • Artists in Public Arts Search

    Below are the search terms you will find listed in each of these five options:

    Simple Search: Allows a user to find artists based on
    • Location
    • Discipline and medium/genre
    • Keywords
    (See Explanation of Search Terms)

    Advanced Search: Allows a user to find artists based on

    • Location
    • Discipline and Medium/Genre
    • Type
    • General Services
    • Keywords
    • Race*
    • Gender*
    (See Explanation of Search Terms)

    *Note: Often potential clients look for an artist of a particular ethnicity or gender. Since these artist opportunities exist, the Artist Registry provides a way for our artists to make their race and gender public. However, every artist has the option of keeping this information private if they so desire.

    Artist Index: Allows a user to search an alphabetical listing of all artists and groups in the Artist Registry database.

    Artists in Arts Education Search: Allows a user to search artists based on

    • Location
    • Discipline and Medium/Genre
    • Grade Level Experience
    (See Explanation of Search Terms)

    Artists in Public Art Search: Allows a user to search artists based on

    • Location
    • Discipline and Medium/Genre
    • Type of Public Art Experience
    (See Explanation of Search Terms)

    Search results may be sorted according to name, state, and discipline.

    Explanation of Search Terms

      Location: State where artist lives and works.
      Discipline and Medium/Genre: The primary kind of art an artist does and/or the medium or genre he/she works with/in. For example: Crafts/Clay, Design Arts/Fashion, Visual Arts/Drawing, etc.
      Keywords: Words that help to describe artwork and distinguish it from other work of the same discipline and medium/genre.
      Type: Single artist or group (such as a dance troupe).
      General Services: Describes services such as freelance writing, art criticism, public speaking, mentoring, etc. that artists can provide.
      Types of Public Art Experience: See What is Public Art?
      Grade Level Experience: The specific grade experience an artist has pertaining to his/her arts education experience.
      Race*
      Gender*
      *Note:
      Often potential clients look for an artist of a particular ethnicity or gender. Since these artist opportunities exist, the Artist Registry provides a way for our artists to make their race and gender public. However, every artist has the option of keeping this information private if they so desire.

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  4. There seem to be a lot of ways to search for an artist's or group's portfolio. Which one should I use?

    First, make sure you want to use the search functions instead of browsing by state or discipline. If you aren't looking for a particular artist you may want to click on the Art Curious link on the Artist Registry Main Page and search an alphabetical index of artists and groups organized by state or discipline.

    If you are a member of the arts community and want to hire an artist or group, or if you just want more powerful tools with which to search the Artist Registry registry, you should click the Arts Community link on the Main Page. You can decide which functions to use by reviewing what you know about an artist or group, and/or determining what attributes you want in an artist. For instance, if you know an artist's location and discipline, you can key those variables into the simple search engine, focus your search with keywords, and click Search. If you would like to find an artist in a certain state or who works with a particular medium, choose that state and medium and click Search.

    If you know more about an artist or group regarding their general services, race, gender, etc. or have preferences in those areas about an artist or group you are searching for, you can use the advanced search. You can also use keywords in the advanced search.

    If you know an artist's name, you might want to simply click on Artist Index and find him/her in the alphabetized listing.

    If you are looking for art instructors or artist experienced in public art, you can search the Artists in Arts Education Search or the Artists in Public Arts Search.

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  5. Do I have to use keywords while doing a search, and, if not, why would I want to use them?

    You do not have to use them, but keywords can be very useful in focusing your search. They are particularly helpful in highlighting aspects of an artist's or group's medium, discipline, or genre that is a subset or slightly different from the usual categories. For instance, if a visual artist is known for creating drawings of trains, you would search for that artist's portfolio by selecting "Visual Arts-Drawing" in the Discipline and Medium/Genre scroll box and typing "trains" into the Keywords box.

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  6. What type of words should I use for my keywords?

    You should use words that describe aspects of the artist's work that are more specific than a discipline. These could be words that the artist applies to his/her work, or terms that have become associated with his/her work. You can use job titles, skills, medium, instrument, etc. Examples of keywords include "blues guitar", "gospel", "mandolin", "blank verse" and "composer."

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  7. How can I make the search engine find the exact phrase I list in the Keyword field?

    Find an exact phrase by enclosing the phrase in double quotes, e.g., "Arts Management." See How do I use double quotes (" ") in my search? for more information on using double quotes.

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  8. Is the Keyword field case sensitive?

    No. You can use any combination of upper and lower case characters.

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  9. If I use more than one keyword, do I have to use punctuation to separate them?

    No. The search engine will ignore punctuation marks like the colon (:), semi-colon (;), and period (.).

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  10. How do I use double quotes (" ") in my search?

    You can enclose your keyword(s) in double quotes, and the search engine will locate exact keyword matches. If you choose not to enclose your keywords in double quotes the search engine will locate words related to your keyword(s), but not the exact keyword itself. See What type of words should I use for my keywords? for more details.

    Here are some examples of how using double quotes will affect your keyword search:

    blues guitar Will yield only opportunities with descriptions that contain the words "blues" and/or "guitar" in upper, lower, and mixed case, along with variations on those words such as "bluegrass."
    "blues guitar" Will yield only opportunities with descriptions containing the exact phrase "blues guitar," exactly as you typed it.
    "blues guitar" singer Will yield only opportunities with descriptions containing the exact phrase "blues guitar" and the word singer.

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  11. My search results didn't match my keywords. Why?

    This may be the case because:
    • The group or artist did not use the same keywords you are using to describe the their work.
    • You did not enclose your keyword(s) in double quotes, and the search results include variations on your keyword(s).

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  12. Can I search in a geographical area?

    Yes. In the Location dropdown box you can select the state, or more than one state. You can search all the available states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee) by choosing "Select All."

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  13. Can I search by type of discipline?

    Yes. In the Discipline and Medium/Genre dropdown box you can select from several disciplines and mediums or genres within those disciplines. Search all disciplines by choosing "Select All."

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  14. How is the order of the search results determined?

    The default order of search results is by artist/group name—alphabetized. However, depending on the search you run, you can sort results by artist/group name, state, or discipline.

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  15. When I searched for an artist, I was given the message, "There is no artist matching your search criteria." What went wrong?

    This message means that Artist Registry does not have any artists or groups that meet all of the criteria that you specified in your search. Try searching again, but this time broaden your search by entering fewer search criteria.

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Viewing Artist Portfolios on Artist Registry

Please note: The terms "artist" and "group" are used interchangeably in this document.

  1. What is an artist portfolio?

    The artist portfolio is where all of the information about the artists/groups is presented. By using the Artist Registry Web site you can view a portfolio that includes the artist's current work samples (images, audio, video, or writing samples), their biography, and an artist statement. You can also learn about special services the artists or groups can provide, and check their upcoming exhibition and/or performance schedules, and find other Web sites that feature the artist's work.

    If you're curious about Southern art, the Art Curious section of the Artist Registry makes the process of finding an artist, becoming familiar with their work, and purchasing or viewing their work much easier. Online portfolios also facilitate the workings of the Arts Community because individuals who view artist's work and are interested in commissioning or hiring them can contact the artists directly to receive more detailed information.

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  2. What is the difference between the portfolio presented to an Art Curious user and a user from the Arts Community?

    Art Curious
    When you access the Artist Registry through the Art Curious section, you can find an artist portfolio by browsing states or disciplines and then clicking on an artist's name. You then are presented with a portfolio that contains the following elements/information and work samples (provided the artist has provided Artist Registry with all of the necessary information):
    • Artist Name or Group
    • Primary Discipline
    • Secondary Discipline
    • City and State
    • Biography (Includes artist statement and quote.)
    • Publications (Includes date published, title of work, publication name and address, and if applicable, the artist comments about the publication.)
    • Upcoming Events (Includes date of event, venue address; and if applicable, the contact phone number and artist comments about the event.)
    • Contact Information (By clicking the appropriate link, you can ask an artist or group for a press kit, send comments or questions, and leave your phone number and/or e-mail address. If Applicable, you can also click a link that provides information whereby you can contact the artist's/group's representative via a mailing address, phone, fax, or e-mail.)
    • Awards (Includes awards the artist/group has won for their work.)
    • Additional Web Sites (Includes Web sites, if any, that offer further information about the artist or samples of their work.)
    • Samples of Artist's Work (Includes samples of the artist's work including, depending on the artist's discipline, images, audio, video, or writing samples. These work samples can be viewed by clicking thumbnail images representing the work or links below the thumbnails. Descriptions and comments on the work samples can also be viewed from the portfolios.)

    Arts Community
    When an Arts Community user accesses an artist portfolio by using the various search options available, they are presented with a portfolio that contains all of the elements listed in the Art Curious section, plus the following information that may be helpful to individuals wanting to hire artists or groups (if the artist has provided Artist Registry with all of the necessary information):
    • General Services Offered (Includes services that an artist may offer that are beyond the usual practice of their primary discipline. Examples of general services include freelance writing, master classes, art criticism, mentoring, public speaking, etc.)
    • Arts Education Experience (Includes information about an artist's teaching experience and credentials, including grade level, and past schools or school experience.)
    • Public Arts Experience (Includes information on an artist's public art experience. See What is Public Arts? and Types of Public Arts for definitions of the various types of public art.)
    • Demographic Information (Identifies the ethnicity and gender of the artist.)
      Note: Often potential clients look for an artist of a particular ethnicity or gender. Since these artist opportunities exist, the Artist Registry provides a way for our artists to make their race and gender public. However, every artist has the option of keeping this information private if they so desire.

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  3. What is "Public Art"?

    Public art can take many forms, from visual art or craft pieces sited in a location accessible by the public to performance events such as theater, dance, musicals, etc. Public art is not, however, limited to these traditional expressions, and is constantly evolving amid an ongoing discussion of what it can be. Today, public art encompasses experimental and collaborative forms of expression such as improvement to areas in public use, playground design, lighting and landscaping schemes, internal detailing of buildings (including furniture, flooring, and crockery), and large-scale film and video projects, as well as art projects that appear on the Internet. Below is a listing of the main types of public arts:

    Types of Public Art
    • Permanent (or permanent installation)–Artwork or project that has an intended fixed site with no pre-determined life span.
    • Temporary (or temporary installation)–Artwork or project with a pre-determined life span.
    • Design Team Projects–Artwork or project created through the cooperative efforts of design professionals, such as artists, architects, engineers, landscape architects, etc.
    • Community-based–Artwork or project planned, designed and/or installed with input and/or participation of a community or school.
    • Performance–Artwork or project that is theatrical, featuring the activity of the artist and works presented in a variety of media.
    • New Media/Experimental– Artwork or a project not previously covered in definitions of other types of public art.

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  4. Where do I find artist information and work samples?

    The most comprehensive information about an artist—and the widest selection of work samples—will be found in the artist's portfolio. You can also find information about an artist's primary discipline and their residency and work location (and sometimes other information, depending on your search) on search result page entries. Artist Registry also spotlights—with images and information—the work of selected artists on our welcome page.

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  5. What types of work samples will I find in an artist's portfolio?

    The type and quantity of work samples available in an artist's portfolio will depend on the primary discipline of the artist or group, and whether the artist has placed the maximum number of work samples permitted into his/her portfolio.

    Below are the work sample allotments according to discipline:

    Discipline Maximum Number of Work Samples
    Visual Arts
    Photography
    Crafts
    Design Arts
    Folk/Traditional-Visual
    10 images
    Performing Arts
    Media Arts
    Folk/Traditional-Theater
    Folk/Traditional-Music
    6 images
    3 video or audio samples
    Literature
    Folk/Traditional-Oral
    3 images
    3 video or audio samples
    5 text samples

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  6. How do I view information in an artist's portfolio?

    Basic portfolio information—such as name, primary and secondary discipline, and artist location—is presented on the portfolio page for easy access. Other, more detailed material—such as the artist biography or upcoming events—can be viewed by clicking on a link located on the portfolio page.

    Note: There are two types of portfolios on the Artist Registry. The portfolios for the Arts Community contain information—such as arts education and public art experience—not included in the Art Curious portfolios, which is useful for individuals who may be hiring or commissioning artists. See What is the difference between the portfolio presented to an Art Curious user and a user from the Arts Community? for a detailed explanation of the different portfolios available.

    Note: The Art Curious and Arts Community search paths were designed to facilitate use of the Artist Registry, not restrict your access to any part of the site. If you don't find the artist information you are seeking in the Art Curious portfolio, find your artist's portfolio using the Arts Community search path. See FAQ, How do I view an artist portfolios?

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  7. How do I view artist work samples?

    Images: Click on a thumbnail image or the Enlarge Image link below the image. An enlarged version of the thumbnail will appear.
    Writing: Click on the thumbnail image/generic writing sample icon or the Read Excerpt link below the image/icon. The writing sample will open on your screen, or a window will appear with options on how to save or view the writing sample.
    Audio/Video: Click on the audio/video thumbnail image or the generic audio or video icons, or click on the Play Video or Play Audio links below the images/icons. A screen will appear with play instructions tailored to your computer's configuration.

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  8. How do I play video and audio on my computer?

    When you click on your video or audio Work Sample, a wizard will walk you through the steps necessary to locate and connect the proper media player needed to play your file. If the wizard fails to do this, please visit www.streamingculture.org/help/introduction.html on the StreamingCulture Web site for help.

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  9. How do I view an artist's upcoming events?

    Click on the View Events Calendar link in the artist portfolio. A window will appear listing upcoming events information, including date, location, venue address, venue contact information and comments about the event.

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  10. How do I view an artist's publications credits?

    Click on the View Publications link in the artist portfolio. A window will appear listing publication credits, including publication name, address, title and date, and comments.

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  11. Why is it that sometimes the artist or group contact information is not listed?

    There are several reasons for this:
    • When you click on the Contact the Artist/Group link in a portfolio you will not receive information enabling direct contact with an artist (such as e-mail, phone numbers, etc.). Instead, you will be presented with a form with which you can your own contact data to an artist—with comments, if you so desire. Artist Registry will send this form to the artist who can then contact you personally or send their standard press kit or other material to you.
    • Some artists can only be contacted through their representatives, in which case you should click on the representative's link in the artist portfolio.
    • Some artists only have a mailing address; Artist Registry will need to provide that to you so that you can contact the artist.
    • In rare cases an artist will simply not provide contact information.

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  12. How do I know if the artists and groups listed are available for work?

    It is best to check with the artists or groups, but you can also check their Events Calendar to view their exhibition and performance schedules.

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Artist Registry Contact Information

  1. How do I contact Artist Registry?

    You can contact Artist Registry by clicking on the Contact Us link in the footer you will find on almost every page of the Web site.

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  2. How do I contact the artists or groups listed in the Artist Registry?

    You can contact artists or groups by clicking on the Contact Artist/Group link in their portfolio. You can also contact an artist’s representative by clicking on the representative’s name listed in the artist’s portfolio.

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