I have now sorted the CSV import errors I was having with the Omeka software, so I’m now looking at standardising my vocabulary for the Dublin Core fields and Tags/Keywords. Omeka has two plugins that help by using the Getty Collection and Library of Congress controlled vocabularies and autosuggest features.
I was also reminded this week of another useful resource whilst watching the Image Permanence Institute, Photographic Process Identification Webinar #3.
Lingua Franca – A Common Language for Conservators of Photographic Materials
Its an app for Apple unfortunately but there is a web html version. Access it here.
I think I’m getting there very slowly…