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3D Animation & Visual Effects
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Anatomy for Artists
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Animation
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Antiracist Resources
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Art from Catastrophe
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Art History 1
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Art History 2
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Art Therapy
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Art, Activism, Social and Environmental Justice
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Artists Websites
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Arts-Based Research
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Artists
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Black Women Artists
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Branding
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Building an Online Portfolio & Learning to Code
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Comics and Graphic Novels
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Copyright for Creators
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Design Archives - Digital Resources
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Film
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Fine Arts
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Game Collections
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Generative AI
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Guide to using the SVA and Glaser Design Archives
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How to Download Ebooks from SVA Library
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Illustration
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Indigenous Art of the Americas
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Information Design
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Interior Design
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Language and Culture
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Latinx Art Guide
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Library Instruction
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Library Representatives
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Library West Event Registration Form
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New York City
Last UpdatedJan 16, 2025 82 views
Online Resources and Services
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Photography
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Plagiarism
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Poster Art
Last UpdatedJan 19, 2024 13 views
Qualitative Research and Methodology
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Research Tools & Information Literacy
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Sound Effects
Last UpdatedOct 10, 2024 280 views
Typography
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Visual Resources
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Writing About Art
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Archives

The SVA Archives, located in the SVA Library, is unique resource to study the history of SVA, from its subway poster campaign, to its groundbreaking exhibitions by professional and student artists, to the incredible faculty and programs dating back its founding in 1947. Materials in the SVA Archives collections include posters, announcements, departmental and student publications, photographs, and other printed ephemera and artifacts, dating back to its founding in 1947.

The Milton Glaser Design Study Center and Archives, located in the SVA Library, is a unique resource to study the work of the great designers, illustrators and art directors who’ve taught and studied at SVA. Our collections allow you to examine the design process, from conception to completion, through original sketches, artwork, and photographs, as well as the final posters and publications, from more than twenty (and counting) designers and artists.

The Archives are open to everyone; all you need to do is make an appointment.

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