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These databases are a good place to start your research. A full list can be found on the Databases page of this guide.

Academic Search Premier
Multidisciplinary, general database that includes several important art journals.
JSTOR
Resource providing articles from many peer reviewed journals and high resolution images.
Art, Design, and Architecture Collection
Current and comprehensive indexing and some full text for fine art, art history, architecture, design and applied arts. Contains the databases ARTbibliographies Modern (ABM), Arts & Humanities Full Text, Design and Applied Arts Index (DAAI), and International Bibliography of Art (IBA).
ProQuest Central
Multidisciplinary search across many databases including business, health and medicine, social sciences, education, science and technology, and arts and humanities.

Contact a Research & Learning Librarian for help with finding resources and citing sources!

To get started on your own, check out these resources:

Research FAQs
View frequently asked questions about doing research and using library resources.
Research Handouts
Includes useful how-to guides on various topics, including citation guides.
Library Tutorials
Videos, click-through tutorials, and other resources covering each step of the research process.