Investigating Art Librarian Email Signatures:

Email signatures are a key method for establishing digital identity and credibility, but their usage among librarians is nearly unexplored. This study surveyed self-identified art librarians about their email signatures. Respondents observed that signatures incorporated prominent values statements (personal pronouns, land acknowledgments), as well as a trend of advertising library services. Respondents were divided if art librarian signatures varied compared to other kinds of librarians. This article provides ideas for future research into the digital presence and performance of art librarians.