Suggestions on how to find technology resources and assistance if you need help
You can enter your information into mnartists.org from practically any computer that has an Internet connection and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape. If you need help entering your information or digitizing your work samples, here are a few suggestions on how to find technology resources and assistance.
Technology Resources
connectnet.org
An online database of community technology centers organized by zip code.
Digital Access
Digital Access provides free computer equipment and high-speed Internet access daily 3-9 PM.
Center for Independent Artists
The Center for Independent Artists provides technical support for independent artists.
IFP MSP
IFP MSP provides free scanner access for mnartists.org artists. They also rent film, photo, and editing equipment to members. Call for an appointment.
MIGIZI Communications
MIGIZI Communications holds a computer workshop every Monday 5-6 PM. Bring your project, they will help.
Regional Arts Council
The eleven regional art councils across Minnesota have facilities for scanning and uploading images of your work to mnartists.org. Twin Cities artists should try the resources above rather than contacting MRAC.
Local Community and Technical Colleges
Community or technical colleges may have a class or the access you need to prepare your work sample.
Software Help
Multimedia
History, thoughts, and the nitty gritty on multimedia.
Shareware and Freeware Applications
www.cnet.com is a great resource for shareware and freeware applications that are accessible through the Web.
Adobe Software
Adobe Photoshop and ImageReady are two of the most commonly used programs for manipulating images and optimizing them for the Internet. Free tryouts or beta versions of Adobe software are available at www.adobe.com.
Using Premiere
Using Adobe Premiere to edit a video: Part 1: Getting Started.
Using iMovie
A free video tutorial from the Atomic Learning Library.
iMovie
iMovie tutorial from Apple.
TutorialFind
Directory of tutorials available online.
TutorGig
Database of free tutorials for over 2000 subjects.