While closely aligned with coursework, the Resource Centre also provides assistance for independent study, research, and extracurricular projects - helping you make the most of the tools and technologies available.
Working in collaboration with A&D’s IT-Multimedia & Immersive Technology team, the Resource Centre plays an active role in supporting the School’s rich, interdisciplinary network of creative practices and technical expertise.
Come have a chat at the Resource Centre loans desk to discuss upskilling opportunities; to loan AV equipment; or, simply to have someone brainstorm your project idea with you. The resource centre staff are always happy to help.
In the meantime, complete the online quiz for the Resource Centre Badge. It is the first badge that you must complete before being granted access to borrow equipment and keys for spaces from the resource centre.
The Image Capture Labs are Art & Design’s core facilities for photography, as well as certain videography applications. Key features are Cyclorama, Infinity Table, Wall Mounted backdrops (white, black, chroma key green, grey), and a range of lighting (flash, tungsten & halogen, LED). Whilst some hardware requires proficiency acquired in specific courses, all students and staff can use the labs with equipment sourced from the Resource Centre.
Located in F203 & F204, to gain access and / or proficiency the Resource centre staff in D107.
The Film Processing lab is set up for processing B&W film (negative). Users can develop in all analogue formats: 35mm, 6x7 (medium format), 5x4 (large format). With loading booths, chemistry, sinks, film dryers and light boxes in one space, users can start with undeveloped film and end up viewing their negatives in one continuous process.
Located in DB02, to gain access and / or proficiency the Resource centre staff in D107.
The Darkroom is set up for B&W printing. The enlargers are capable of taking both 35mm and 6x7 (medium format). There is a single 5x4 (large format) enlarger available for advanced users (Photo 3, Honours & HDR’s with appropriate experience and proficiencies). Whilst the lab is set up for the use of resin-coated paper, the Resource Centre staff can assist in setting up for the use of fibre-based papers.
Located in DB03, to gain access and / or proficiency the Resource centre staff in D107.
The Resource Centre staff are avalible to meet with you to discuss your next project. These consultations are available to all students including postgrad and HDR as well as staff and researchers.
Please drop in to The Resource Centre or email us to book a time to meet with us. artdesignresourcecentre@unsw.edu.au
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