THE BUSINESS OF ART :: USING TECHNOLOGY

Technology offers artists powerful tools to find arts information, network with one another, build new audiences, market artwork, store and retrieve information, and create artwork.

Use technology to advance your career as an artist

  SpiderSchool
An online technology curriculum for the arts community. Provides many links to online courseware and tutorials. Sponsored by New York Foundation for the Arts.

  SpiderSchool's Bookmarks
Links to information about hardware, software, Internet connections, databases and more. Sponsored by New York Foundation for the Arts.

  Using the Internet to Get Your Work Noticed
SpiderSchool's online workshop about planning and designing Web sites. Sponsored by New York Foundation for the Arts.

  Open Studio Resources
Resources and tools including an overview of web design as well as practical, specific information about building your Web site. From   Open Studio, a national initiative that provided Internet access and training to artists and arts organizations.

  Computing and Technology
Articles and resources related to all aspects of computers and technology. From about.com. (This site uses advertising pop-up windows.)

Local resources for technology access and training

  Community Technology Access Site Directory
Community sites and services in Seattle that provide training and access to technology. Services range from Internet access, computer training, video production facilities, and Web sites. From the City of Seattle Department of Information Technology.

  Seattle Community Colleges
Offers classes in beginning, intermediate and advanced Microsoft Office and Mac programs. Learn how to buy, set up and install your PC. Courses are also offered in Web site development and design.