This guide is for scholars interested in using digital photography in their archival research.

Photo by Paul-Henri S 

Broken down into several sections, this guide gives an introduction to information available on how to use technology in archival research. 

What is in this guide:

1. Home
2. Getting Started
   • Things to consider before starting your research.
3. Camera
   • Tips on what features cameras have to offer and elements to keep in mind when looking for a camera.
4. Taking Pictures
   • Suggestions on how to improve the quality of pictures taken in archives.
5. Data Organization
   • Ways to keep your images and the corresponding data organized.
6. Software
   • What sort of software one might wish to use throughout the project.
7. Backup
   • Suggestions on how to backup your information, and reasons why this is important.
8. Additional Sources
   • Links to various sources with useful information

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