Databases
The following library databases are the best bets for finding fine arts-related resources.
To search all our databases at once you can always use Primo, our all-in-one library search.
Check out the library's Primo tutorials for search tips and strategies.
If you want to know which database contains a specific journal, use our Journals Search. Need more help with your research? Check out our step-by-step guide, the Research Hub
Image Databases
ARTSTOR- art and history
- 2 million images from museum collections
- includes photographs, costumes, illustrations, illuminated manuscripts, monuments and sculpture
Academic Databases
Academic Search Complete- humanities and social and general science
- 5,890 full-text scholarly journals
JSTOR
Project MUSE- literature and criticism, political science, history, performing arts, cultural studies, education, philosophy, and gender studies
- 600 full-text scholarly journals
ProQuest Arts and Humanities- art, archaeology, architecture, history, music, theatre and film
- 500 full-text scholarly journals
Journals
The library subscribes to many art journals in print. These can be found on the Cellar Level in the Periodicals section. To search for a specific journal, check our Journals A-Z.
Alternatively, check out our guide to Open Access for information on openly published arts journals.
Other Libraries
Can't find the article you need in the library?
Don't give up! If you can't find an article you need using SFC Library resources, you may be able to access the article from other libraries or institutions. Check out our introduction to Interlibrary Loan in order to access articles from other libraries.