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Photographing Objects for Exhibit Screens
A practical introduction to lighting, scale cues and background choices when photographing collection objects so they read clearly on exhibit screens.
Production and Upkeep
Content Production
Making the images, audio, video and text that fill an exhibit.
3D Scanning Collection Objects
An overview of common 3D scanning approaches for collection objects, the file types they produce, and the surfaces and shapes they tend to capture poorly.
Animation and Motion Graphics for Explaining Ideas
Learn when animated diagrams explain a process better than photographs, and how to plan, pace and simplify motion graphics for exhibit audiences.
Audio Description for Exhibit Visuals
How to write spoken descriptions of images, objects and video for visitors who cannot see them, including what to include, what to leave out and how to record it.
Image Resolution and File Formats for Displays
How to pick image dimensions and file formats so pictures look sharp on exhibit screens without slowing playback, with simple arithmetic and a practical workflow.
Metadata and Descriptions for Digital Collections
What descriptive metadata fields are, how consistent entries make digital collections easier to search and reuse, and how to write clear descriptions.
Producing Short Exhibit Videos
Scripting, length and pacing for short films shown in galleries, with practical advice on planning, filming, sound and playback for visitors who stop briefly.
Recording Oral Histories for Exhibits
Preparing for interviews, obtaining informed consent and editing spoken testimony with care so oral history recordings can be used fairly in exhibits.
Translating Exhibit Content Well
How to plan translation for exhibit text and media, allow for text expansion in layouts, and use native reader review to catch errors before opening.
Writing Captions and Transcripts for Exhibit Media
How to produce accurate captions and transcripts for exhibit video and audio, including sound descriptions, timing, line length and review.
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