Dec 6, 2020 | Artist, Case Studies, Digital Preservation, Digitise, Equipment, Libraries, Museums, Replica
The University of Canterbury (UC)’s Macmillan Brown Library has been working to digitise its extensive collections and have enlisted the help of NZMS. The Macmillan Brown collection was started in 1935, and has since grown exponentially through donations, transfer of...
Oct 14, 2020 | Acetate, Artist, Case Studies, Digital Preservation, Digitise, Equipment, Museums, Vinegar Syndrome
Photographs frequently tell a story, sometimes revealing things that cannot be put into words. They can serve as a connection to the past; a reminder of people, places, and significant events. These are some of the reasons why it is important to protect photographs...
Sep 23, 2020 | Archives, Case Studies, Digital Preservation, Digitise, Equipment, Museums
Two rare legal documents, dating back to 1813 and 1873, were recently digitised at the Christchurch NZMS office. Both relate to High Court matters in 19th Century England and provide a fascinating glimpse into the manner of legal proceedings at that time. The 1813...
Sep 18, 2019 | Archives, Case Studies, Digitise, Equipment, Gallery, Libraries, Museums
Phase One medium format digital cameras produce images with unequalled quality and provide a solution for the accurate digitisation of cultural heritage artefacts. They are the camera of choice for NZMS and are often utilised for large format projects that require...
Nov 18, 2018 | Andy Fenton, Equipment, Gavin Mitchell, News, Press Release
NZMS are announcing a strategic agreement with Phase One A/S, the world’s leading manufacturer of full-frame medium format digital photography systems and imaging solutions. The agreement will offer New Zealand and Pacific clients superior advice, and the supply of...
