The Art Library serves the needs of the students, faculty and staff of the Dodd. We provide a unique and extensive collection of art periodicals, the newest art book releases, course reserves, reference material, and a zine collection.

Our space includes two computer workstations with the full suite of Adobe software and flatbed and overhead scanners. We have two study rooms that can be reserved, otherwise they are available on a first come first served basis. We also have a small media collection that includes documentaries and video art.

As a branch of UGA’s larger library system, we receive daily deliveries from other campus libraries. This allows patrons to request and return books from any other library on campus including GIL express and ILL items.

As the main resource for research at the Dodd, the Art Library maintains a collection of faculty publications, MFA exhibition catalogs, and Dodd Galleries’ publications.

Art Librarians are on hand whenever we are open to assist you with your research needs!

Information on the Athens Art Book Fair 2025 coming soon!

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Lamar Dodd School of Art | Main Art Building, Room N201

 

Spring Semester 2025 Hours

Monday - Thursday | 9am - 6:30pm

Friday | 9am - 5pm

Summer hours (Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm) will begin Wednesday, May 7th.

The Art Library will be closed on Friday, May 9th for UGA Commencement.

If you need immediate assistance, email artlibrary@uga.edu.

Research Guides

Research guides assist students as they begin research in the visual arts.

Art Education Research Guide

Interior Design Research Guide

Image Resources

 

Zine Library & Makerspace

Begun in 2017, the zine library is a donations-based collection featuring works by Dodd students, faculty, alumni, and the broader Athens community. With over 350 titles and counting, the zines represent a broad range of authors, artists, and topics.

Our zine makerspace provides supplies and tools for patrons to start their own zine or collage. Free to use! We have markers, old magazines, paper, binding thread, a long-reach stapler, stickers, scissors, and glue. We also maintain a small collection of how-to books makers can reference when creating their own small books and zines.

Zine Donation Form (PDF)

 

The Artist is Reading

The Artist is Reading is a mini-residency of sorts. Reading lists are solicited from visiting artists, scholars and alumni and then displayed throughout the Dodd on a roaming sandwich board. Books, movies, music, and more have been selected, and all can be checked out by students and faculty via the Art Library.

Art Library

Location

Main Art Building | Room N201

floor plan of second floor Lamar Dodd