Resources

Do you need a way of keeping track of all the pets* you’ve met during our Zoom classes? This interactive tutorial will teach you how to create a database and…

Storage Learn how to store film in the best way to minimize damage. Here is how our current film collection is stored: Next — Film Bases

Film Bases Learn the physical components of film and the differences between each film base.     Previous — Storage Next — Vinegar Syndrome

Film Rewinds Get to know the basic layout of our rewinds bench. An overhead shot of the rewinds bench:   Next — Supplies and Setup

Supplies and Setup Watch an overview of our available equipment (i.e. gloves, wipes, loupe, film cleaner, splicers). The 16 mm film splicer: Synchronizer: Previous — Rewinds Bench Next — Core…

Core vs. Reel Learn how to store films on core and reels. A split reel: Reel: Previous — Supplies and Setup Next — Inspection

Inspection Learn how to put film on rewinds and some basics of film inspection. The following guide lists different type of film damage that you can look for when inspecting…

Card Catalog Learn how to the IS Lab’s card catalog. An example of a card catalog:   Previous — Inspection Next — What Not to Do