Art Reference Books (which are often also sometimes available in database form) are the best places to find information on art topics such as:
Art, Abstract
Art books you can check out also often provide concise summaries, but may also consist of detailed discussions that go into great depth about the topic.
Using books for research does not necessarily mean that you need to read the entire book.
· The introduction to a book may be a good place to find background information on the topic the book is about.
· You should read enough of a book or chapter to understand what the author is saying and quote her correctly.
· Sometimes chapters in books are complete works written by different authors, making them ideal for research.
Ceramic Matrix Composites
by
Searching the catalog:
1. Begin on the TCC Libraries homepage
2. Scroll down to TCC Library Catalog
3. Select "In the Library"
4. Select your home campus or leave as "Any Campus" to search all TCC library locations
5. Type what you are searching for in the search box (for example: book title, author, topic keywords) and click the Search button
6. Use the filters to narrow down your results.
Some of the filter options that may be useful are Resource Type (you can limit to "Books"), Publication Date, Subject, Genre, Author, Language, and Library. You may also see options like Course Instructor, Course Code, Course Name, and Course Department (if there are Course Reserve materials in your results).
7. If the item is available, the results will show where it is available in the collection.
If the item is at more than one of the campuses you will see "and other locations" - click to open the item record to view all campus library locations for the item.
| Find on the shelf: | Browse the shelves | Sample call number ranges: |
|
1. After you have searched for and located a book in the library catalog, use the location information from the catalog record to help you locate the item in the library. 2. The information after the library name will tell you what section of the library the item is in. Books that have "Circulating Collection" listed are books that you can check out and take out of the library. These are ones that you will find on the shelves. Books that have "Library Reserves" listed will be held at the library's circulation desk. Most of these can only be checked out for use in the library for a couple of hours. Other books may list something else (for example, "New Arrivals" or "Oversized"). Books may be on display or part of a specific collection. 3. Look for signs on the ends of the shelves to find the shelf the book should be on, then use the call number listed to locate the item on the shelf. 4. If you need help finding a book, stop by the reference desk in the library to get help from a librarian. |
For general browsing of our print collection for (Art, Ceramics, etc.), these Library of Congress call number sections might be of interest: • N--Visual arts • NA--Architecture • NB--Sculpture • NC--Drawing. Design. Illustration • ND--Painting • NE--Print media • NK--Decorative arts • NX--Arts in general |
N7560-8266--Special subjects of art N8350-8356--Art as a profession. Artists NK3700-4695—Ceramics NK5100-5440--Glass |
eBooks and audiobooks can be found in our catalog from a variety of databases. You can search in specific databases like Gale Books and Authors, ProQuest eBook Central or in the general search bar on our website.
Searching the TCC Library Catalog will show some titles Available Online.
Boundless by Baker and Taylor is an app that you can download on your phone to access eBooks and Audiobooks for both Apple and Android platforms. You can search for title in the app or through the TCC Catalog.
Sign in to your account using your TCC email and password
Checkout or Add to your Wishlist or Place a Hold
Click on one of the eBook collections listed below to browse available titles. (Links open in a new tab)
The library does not collect textbooks; however, we may have a copy of your textbook if your instructor has placed one on reserve. Generally, these can only be checked out for use in the library for a couple of hours. You can search our Course Reserves using the steps below. You can also stop by the library or chat with us online. We are always happy to check to see if we have a book available.
Visit the library's circulation desk to check out books that are part of the Reserves collection. Make sure you have your ID with you. You'll need it to check out library materials.
A down-to-earth, visual guidebook that shows how to "read," understand, and get the most out of art. For beginners, art history might seem a daunting subject with complex rules and impenetrable technical language. Even for more seasoned art lovers the question of how to think about art is a perennial riddle. Art Uncovered is the perfect resource for both audiences: an engaging, visual primer for the general reader and educators. Designed like an instruction manual, fifty key artworks from around the world are deconstructed with explanations, diagrams, and close-ups in order to reveal the elements that comprise a masterpiece.
This beautiful book brings you the very best of art throughout history - using a truly innovative timeline-led approach. Savour iconic paintings such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies, and discover less well-known artists, styles, and movements the world over - from Indigenous Australian art to the works of Ming-era China. And explore recurring themes, such as love and religion, and important genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art, along the way.
Through a carefully curated selection of quotations, images and interviews, Artists on Art reveals what matters most to the masters. You'll discover how the giants of the different artistic genres developed their distinctive visual styles, the core ideas that underpin their practice and, most importantly, what art means to you.
