Overview:
This section provides a summary of the support resources related to the digital media materials taught in the Studio Foundation Visual Language course.
SF Cage:
This is the place where Studio Foundation students or any student enrolled in SF course can borrow equipment (e.g., digital and video cameras, projectors, etc.), get help with software or equipment, make high quality scans/prints, edit your work, etc. for more information visit SFCage online
Digital Media Tools:
Mac Desktop Computer and Programs:
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- Login using NetID on SF computers and Google Workspace [gmail, drive, doc..] MasArt Wiki
- Basic image file management (Download PDF)
- Logging in to Adobe Suite: MassArt Wiki
- Transferring, scanning files Image Capture User Guide
- Technology and media storage requirements for students
Classroom Tech Troubleshooting:
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- Tech issues on login, email, program, network contact MassArt’s Tech Central helpdesk@massart.edu or (617) 879-7888
- Classroom Solution Checklist coming soon….
DSLR Camera and Digital Photography:
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- Nikon D3500 Photography Basics Tutorial (11:49) https://vimeo.com/771738542
- Photography with the Nikon D3500: An Introductory Guide (DOWNLOAD pdf)
- Tips and Tricks for Nikon D3500 [Nikon link]
Adobe Photoshop: Video Tutorials
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- 01 Photoshop and Digital Media Basics (10:08)
https://vimeo.com/596118580 - 02 All About Layers (17:23)
https://vimeo.com/596118592 - 03 The Photoshop Toolbar (15:24)
https://vimeo.com/596118657 - 04 Import and Camera RAW in Photoshop (8:30)
https://vimeo.com/596118721
- 01 Photoshop and Digital Media Basics (10:08)
Adobe Photoshop: Slide Deck 2022 goes with Video Tutorials above:
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- Video Tutorial 1: Photoshop 01_Photoshop and Digital Media Basics
- Video Tutorial 2: Photoshop 02_All About Layers
- Video Tutorial 3: Photoshop 03_The Photoshop Toolbar
- Video Tutorial 4: Photoshop 04_Import and Camera RAW in Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop: PDFs
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- Photoshop Basics 1: Digital Photography / Photo Project (Download PDF)
- Photoshop Basics 2: Digital Compositing / Design Project (Download PDF)
Printing:
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- All about PaperCut: MassArt Wiki
- Printing using PaperCut Find-Me: MassArt Wiki
- SF Canon PRO-2000 24″ Wide Inkjet Printing (Download PDF)
- SF Black and White Printing: Canon ip5100 (Download PDF)
Scanning:
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- SF Scanning Tips (Download PDF)
- SF Basic Scanner Guide Epson 4490 (Download PDF)
- SF Basic Scanner Guide Epson V600 (Download PDF)
Lighting:
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- GMV LED Light Kit Guide (Download PDF)
Additional Student Support:
Tech Help in Studio [THiS]
If you need assistance with your assignment or would like a tutorial on a specific topic, consider joining Tech Help Studio. Tech Help in Studio is lab hours with an expert consultant in the house to answer your questions and show you basic digital media techniques, and/or provide one-on-one tutoring. Held every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:45 – 9:45 PM in Room S306
One-on-One Consultations
Students who need extra help beyond joining the Tech Help Studio support are encouraged to schedule a one-on-one session with Gene Preble (Media Arts Studio Manager). These can be scheduled by calling Gene at (617) 879-7298 (office) or emailing sfcage@massart.edu Please keep in mind that one-on-one consultations must be scheduled in advance and are subject to availability.
The Computer Labs on the 3rd and 7th floors of the Tower Building
Students who need access to a lab on the weekends may also use the Computer Arts Center Labs on the 3rd floor of Tower as well as the Computer Arts Center Video Labs on the 7th floor of Tower (713 or 729, not to be confused with the Film/Video department lab on the same floor). Hours for the 3rd and 7th floor labs are posted on https://massart.edu/technology
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Updated: JS,FA23