History of Costume

You can now view the complete History of Costume book by Braun & Schneider. It covers the fashions from 1860-1880. The original book had 125 pages with four pictures per page for a total of 500 pictures. An excellent resource for theatre and film people needing help with costumes design for such plays/movies as The King and I, The Seagull, and other shows surrounded by the Victorian period of history.

SIBMAS: International Directory of Performing Arts Collections and Institutions

The SIBMAS International Directory of Performing Arts Collections and Institutions lists over 7000 international institutions with material relating to the performing arts (theatre, opera, music, ballet, film, circus, radio, television, cabaret, pantomime).

For anyone involved in the performing arts this site should definitely be in your favorites list. While it uses an index list (drill down) method of searching you can search by Institution, Collection, or Location. When you find the collection or institution you're looking for you're presented with vital information such as address, email, web site, etc. The Columbia library is listed as well as the Columbia Center For Black Music Research.

PDN Photo Annual Awards

The PDN Photo Annual Awards are given each year for the best photos in 8 categories. Advertising, Magazine/Editorial, Photo Books, Photojournalism/Sports, Corporate Design, Personal Work, Web sites, Student Work. Not only can you see some of the best photography of today, but you can also see the state of our culture as expressed through these amazing photos. You also have an opportunity to vote for your favorite. As I understand it your vote will count when it comes to deciding the winners of the awards.

Masters of the Cinema

Masters of the Cinema covers much more than Hollywood. It covers the globe. The site attempts to keep the reader abreast of the latest in world cinema. Especially dates of new DVD releases of films by the masters. I don't think you'll find too many films written or directed by comedians or action hero movies here. This focuses on works by directors such as: Breeson, Dreyer, Cassavetes, Bruñuel. For the serious film student.

Broadcast Net

Visiting the home page of Broadcast Net provides links to broadcasting oriented web sites such as: Arbitron, California Broadcasters Association, Illinois Broadcasters Association, RockRoll.FM, and others. It also contains access to information such as FCC Rules on the Web, Free email address, Broadcast Net Chatrooms, Today in History, and more.

Association of Women In Communications

The Association for Women in Communications is a professional organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era.

Art Squad

Art Squad specializes in recruiting and placing creative professionals in freelance, contract, and full-time positions. Their areas of specialization are: Creative Directors, Marketing Professionals, Art Directors, Graphic Designers, Web & Multimedia Designers, Illustrators, PR Professionals, Production Artists, Presentation Specialists, Editors & Proofreaders, Writers, Project Managers, Media Planners & Buyers, and Account Service.

Visual Dictionary of Fashion

Students in fashion design or theatre might find Bissonnette On Fashion useful. It contains photos of clothing from the 18th - 20th century. It also contains clothing from various geographical areas as well. There's a nice mix. While it doesn't try to display everything, what it does show is worth viewing.

Reel Classics

Reel Classics covers movie "classics." It has info specific to actors, films, music from the "classics." Also an extensive sound and video collection.

Pigments Through The Ages

Pigments in Painting is a site for artists if ever there was one. It contains a history of pigment. How it developed from charcoal drawings to the current day with information about artists and how they use pigments to design their own color. It should be fascinating for someone really into painting and the arts.

Photography Related Directory

All Things Photo is a searchable subject index of photo sites. It includes exhibits, documentary, history, stock, and organizations. Photography students might find this interesting.

New York Times Movie Review

Along with providing information about current movies, the New York Times Movie Review also contains the archives of movie reviews from the last 20 years.

Music For Nothing: Tracks For Free

This link goes to an article, from PC World Magazine, about free downloads of music files and where to find them. According to the article all the freebies are legal.

Institute of Outdoor Drama

This site covers outdoor theatres across the USA--not outdoor movie theaters. You can search for various outdoor theatre festivals by state or category. Institute of Outdoor Drama.

Federal Student Aid Portal

This government web site has information about student aid after high school. FAQs, info for returning students, international students, graduate school, and more. Federal Student Aid Portal.

Chronology of Animation

This is a chronology of dates in the history of animation around the world. The main focus is on animation created for artistic/entertainment purposes although it does have some coverage of animation created for education or advertising. It generally does not cover animation techniques used to create special effects in live action cinema or television. Chronology of Animation.

Cartoon Brew

This site contains animation news. It covers the animations and the creators as well. Cartoon Brew.

Animenation

This site boasts more than 18,000 links to anime sites. This includes fan info, series info, games, magazines, and more. Animenation.

Welcome To CoCo Chi

Welcome to CoCo Chi, a blog with links that focus on web sites that might be of interest to Columbia College Chicago students and faculty. Some of the sites will cover links to specialty sites in animation, film, theatre, journalism, broadcasting, and other Columbia College majors. There will also be career links in the form of job postings with a major emphasis on Columbia majors. All are welcome to visit. Suggestions and comments are welcome.