Getting Started with Library Research

An overview of the library research process in five steps.

Databases containing Art, Images, or other Media

ARTstor This link opens in a new window
A digital library of over 500,000 images of art, architecture and archeology from a wide range of cultures and time periods to support teaching and learning in the humanities and social sciences. Artstor's high-quality collections and key functionality are now available via JSTOR.
Art Institute of Chicago Image Archive This link opens in a new window
Provides unrestricted access to over 44,000 images from the Art Institute of Chicago digital archive. Searchable via keyword, artist or reference.

Kanopy This link opens in a new window
A collection of 10,000 streaming videos in support of instruction and research. This subscription includes Kanopy’s base collection rather than all their videos. Available for a one-year pilot for all UC campuses (2023-2024).