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To search for specific artists or types of work, use the fields provided and input the information you are looking for (media, style, location or keyword) then click either the "Search" button on the left, or the "GO" button on the right to find the results of your query. The results will display below and show you how many artists fit your criteria. The Keyword search will search all text fields including artists' name fields, resume, statement, and caption information. When you click on one of the letters A - Z, it will show you artists' whose last name begins with those letters. To refine your search click the 'Advanced Search' text below the keyword input box on the lower right side of the menu.

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An advanced search can help you specify your search criteria and search multiple categories such as location, style and media at once. You can also narrow your keyword search to particular fields within an artist's information. The link to the advanced search page is directly below the keyword field on the right of the top menu bar.

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The results to your search will appear on the bottom on the screen, and each artist will have two thumbnails that appear along with their name and brief caption information. When you click on a thumbnail you can see a larger image. You can see more of that artist's work by either clicking on their name, or the link that says 'view artist's portfolio'. The artist's portfolio will contain up to 12 images of their artwork, and resume and statement if they have included that information. You can also 'add artist to lightbox' from the results page (see Curator's Lightbox below) or 'Email the artist' from the results page.

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Each artist has a portfolio page that will include up to 12 images of their artwork, caption information, resume, statement, and link to their website. It is up to each artist to keep their portfolio page updated, and they can choose to include as much or as little information as they wish. The artist's portfolio page also shows the artist's location, and allows you to add the artist to your lightbox, email the artist, or email the artist to a friend. When you do this, a direct link to this artist's portfolio page will be emailed to your friend.

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The Lightbox function allows you to keep track of artists you are interested in. You must log-in to take advantage of this feature - either as an artist, or as a curator/user. Once you have logged in, your lightbox will remain for you and save all the artists for the next time you visit the website. From the Lightbox menu you can also create sub-folders for specific projects or subjects. For example you might create a sub-folder 'Blue Painting Show' where you can keep artists specifically related to that theme. You can also share your lightbox(es) with a friend by emailing it to them, or printing it out for your records. These functions are available using the drop down menu on the right. To create a sub-folder, check the boxes of the artists you want and choose 'copy selected artists', and then 'Go'. The next page will let you choose 'New Folder' and then name it what you wish.

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The Artists File is free-of-charge and open to the public, and the registry is not curated. By created an account with us a curator you help us confirm this resource as a useful tool to curators and arts professionals. It is simple to join by clicking the links at the top. To join as an artist the process is also simple, although your password will be emailed to you first for your protection. To join the artists file you MUST have an active email address, as your email address will also serve as your user name.

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To contact an artists you find in the Artists File just click on the 'Email this Artist' link either in their portfolio page, or from the results page. You will need to include your email address and the website will email the artist directly. The artist who receives the email will see your email address in the 'reply to' area of the email. You will also receive a confirmation email that this action has occured. Please contact the Artists File if this email is returned to you, or if you have any difficulty contacting an artist and we can provide you with assistance: artfile@artistsspace.org

Artists File Members Help  go back to top
The new Artists File Online allows you immediate access to your accont online. Your email address is your username, and your password has been pre-assigned to you. If you forget your password, go to the log-in page and enter your email address where indicated in the 'forgot password' section and your password will be emailed to you. Once you have logged in, you can change your password and update your contact information. For more help please visit the frequently asked questions.

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If you need more help with issues that are not addressed here please contact the Artists File Coordinator at artfile@artistsspace.org. As the coordinator is only in the office 2 days a week please allow two weeks for a response.