Please see information below for two upcoming digitization webinars this summer from the Library of Michigan. Both webinars are free but registration is required. How to Pick Your Pixels: Format Selection & Specifications for Digitization When: Tuesday, 6/27/2023, 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET What: Digitization is a great way to increase access to your collections and help preserve them over time, but with so many file formats and technical aspects it can be difficult to know what the right choice is. Join Biz Gallo, Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator at the Library of Michigan, for this webinar on selecting the right file format and specifications for your digitization project. In this session you will review best and "good enough" practices, identify appropriate file formats for both long-term preservation and access of digital files, and learn about color, resolution, and bit depth of digital files. Registration Link: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event... How to Pick Your Partner: Working with Digitization Vendors When: Tuesday, 8/29/2023, 1:00 - 2:00 PM ET What: Digitization is a great way to increase access to your collections and help preserve them over time, but sometimes digitization requires the help of a professional. Join Biz Gallo, Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator at the Library of Michigan, for this webinar on working with digitization vendors. In this session you will identify factors to consider when determining whether to use a vendor, learn how to request quotes, and how to ensure that the work is done right. Registration Link: https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event... This project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. Biz Gallo Statewide Digitization Initiatives Coordinator Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 GalloB@michigan.gov<mailto:GalloB@michigan.gov> | mi.gov/LMdigitization<http://mi.gov/LMdigitization> | 517-335-1402 she/her/hers Michigan’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigan-top-10-strategic-education-plan> provides focused direction to drive educational achievement in support of all learners. [Logo, company name Description automatically generated]