Metadata
This resource template is structured using Dublin Core elements, with a total of 10 metadata fields. In order to catalog this collection, it was ideal using Dublin Core, as it aligns with the repeatable fields needed for this project. This metadata structure uses standardized controlled vocabularies from trusted authorities including the Library of Congress (LC) standards, Getty: Thesaurus of Geographic Names (TGN), Getty: Union List of Artist Names (ULAN), and Homosaurus: an international LGBTQ linked data vocabulary to ensure consistency while preserving cultural context.
Identifier: Unique reference identifier to the artwork within a given context
Title: A name of the artwork
Artist (Creator): An entity primarily responsible for creating the work, using the Getty: Union List of Artist Names (ULAN) and LC: Name Authority File controlled thesauri.
Date Created (Created): The date the artwork was created. It could be pertaining to when the photo was taken.
Location (Spatial Coverage): The spatial coverage is in reference to location, written out, using the controlled vocabulary Getty: Thesaurus of Geographic Names.
Medium: The materials or medium that is used to create the artwork, using LC: Thesaurus for Graphic Materials as a controlled vocabulary.
Dimensions (Format): The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the art piece using centimeters and inches.
Type of Events (Subject): The kind of event that the resource is taking place at, referencing Homosaurus: an international LGBTQ linked data vocabulary and LC: Subject Headings. This particular field that was important to include was 'Type of Event,' as there are more niche events to the queer community, such as pride celebrations and queer-centered venues.
Description: A description or account of the resource, quoted by the museum or directly from the creator.