collection-documentation

# Collection Documentation Create and maintain comprehensive collection records including cataloging, photography, condition documentation, and database management following AAM and ICOM standards. ## Overview This skill provides frameworks for professional collection documentation in museums and cultural institutions. It encompasses cataloging procedures, photography standards, condition reporting, and database management to ensure proper stewardship of cultural property. ## Capabilities ### Cataloging - Assign accession numbers systematically - Create descriptive catalog records - Apply controlled vocabularies (AAT, TGN, ULAN) - Document physical characteristics - Record historical and contextual information ### Photography Standards - Capture archival-quality images - Apply consistent lighting and backgrounds - Document multiple views and details - Create condition photography - Manage digital asset workflows ### Condition Documentation - Assess current condition states - Document damage and deterioration - Create condition graphics and diagrams - Establish baseline records - Track condition changes over time ### Database Management - Enter data following standards - Maintain data integrity and consistency - Generate reports and exports - Manage digital asset links - Ensure backup and security protocols ## Usage Guidelines ### Cataloging Standards 1. Follow institution's cataloging manual 2. Apply appropriate nomenclature standards 3. Use consistent formatting an...