Richard Myers papers (faculty-Art)

Special Collections and Archives

Richard Myers papers (faculty-Art)

Special Collections and Archives

Richard Myers papers (faculty-Art)

Repository:	Kent State University Libraries. Special Collections and Archives.
Title:	Richard Myers papers
Inclusive Date(s):	1960-2003
Author:	Finding aid prepared by Elizabeth Traina
Creation:	Finding aid encoded by Elizabeth Traina using the OhioLINK EAD Application in 2016

Origination:	Myers, Richard, 1937-
Extent:	1 cubic feet (1 document case, 1 oversize folder, 2 CD boxes, 1 VHS box, 1 custom box)
Physical Location:	11th floor
Finding Aid Identifier:	OhKeUSC0172
Abstract:	This collection contains films created by Richard Myers, student films from the cinematography courses taught by Myers at Kent State University, as well as newspaper clippings, publicity materials, critical reviews, and film-related ephemera.

Language(s):

The records are in English

Biography of Richard Myers

Richard Myers is an experimental filmmaker based in Kent, Ohio. He holds both a Bachelor of Fine Arts, and a Master of Arts degree from Kent State University (1959 and 1961, respectively). Myers began making films in the early 1960s. Most of his films are based on dreams and autobiographical information. He is especially known for his 1970 film Confrontation at Kent State, which was filmed during the week following the May 4, 1970 Kent State Shootings. Myers is an Emeritus Professor of Kent State University's School of Art, where he taught film production classes from 1964 to 1991.

Scope and Content

This collection contains films created by Richard Myers, many of which are in DVD format. Some VHS are included, as well as one 16mm black and white film (Confrontation at Kent State). Also included are DVD copies of student films from the cinematography courses taught by Myers at Kent State University between the years of 1964-1991. In addition to these films, the collection houses Myers' Curriculum Vitae, as well as newspaper clippings, publicity materials, critical reviews, and film-related ephemera.

Statement of Arrangement

The Richard Myers papers are organized into the following series:

	Series 1: Biographical materials
	Series 2: Film-related materials
	Series 3: Films of Richard Myers
	Series 4: Student Films

Preferred Citation

Richard Myers papers. Kent State University Libraries. Special Collections and Archives.

Subject Headings
The following subjects are found in this collection:

	Subjects:
	Experimental films
	Cinematography, Abstract
	Kent State Shootings, Kent, Ohio, 1970
	Kent State University--History

	Organizations/Corporations:
	Kent State University. School of Art

	Functions:
	Experimental films--Study and teaching
	Cinematography, Abstract--Study and teaching
	Experimental films--Authorship
	Art--Study and teaching

	Places:
	Kent (Ohio)

	Occupations:
	Independent filmmakers
	College teachers

	Material Types:
	VHS (TM)
	DVDs
	16mm
	Motion pictures
	Videocassettes
	Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
	Promotional materials
	Resumes (personnel records)
	Ephemera

	Titles:
	Confrontation at Kent State

Detailed Description of the Collection

Series 1: Biographical materials, 1969-1993

Box 1 / Folder 1

Curriculum Vitae, undated

Box 1 / Folder 2

Correspondence, 1969-1974, undated

Box 1 / Folder 3

Photographs, undated


	Physical Description: includes photocopies, prints, and a DVD containing stills from Myers' films.

Box 1 / Folder 4

Public Relations Materials, 1970-1993, undated

Series 2: Film-related Materials, 1967-2007, undated


	Scope and Content
	Materials in this series include critical reviews, newspaper clippings, ephemera and other miscellaneous film-related items.


	Arrangement
	Materials in this series are organized according to the film to which they refer. Folders are arranged alphabetically by film title.

Box 1 / Folder 5

37-73, 1973-1975, undated

Box 1 / Folder 6

Akran, 1969-1972, undated

Box 1 / Folder 7

Confrontation at Kent State, 1971-1972, undated


	Scope and Content
	Included in this file is an audio recording of an interview with Richard Myers on the movie Confrontation at Kent State (2 cassette tapes).

Box 1 / Folder 8

Coronation, undated

Box 1 / Folder 9

Da, 1973

Box 1 / Folder 10

Deathstyles, 1971, undated

Box 1 / Folder 11

Floorshow, 1978-1979, undated

Box 1 / Folder 12

Jungle Girl, 1984-1987

Box 1 / Folder 13

Materials Relating to Multiple Films, 1970-2007, undated

Box 1 / Folder 14

Oversize Materials Relating to Multiple Films, 1971, undated


	Physical Location: Map case

Box 1 / Folder 15

Materials Relating to Cinematography Course, 1967-1971, undated

Series 3: Films of Richard Myers, 1960-2003


	Arrangement
	Films in this series are in DVD, VHS, and 16mm format. Films are arranged by format (DVD, VHS, etc.), then by date of creation.


	Restrictions on Access
	These films are for viewing purposes only. Copyright is retained by the creator(s). Films cannot be duplicated without written permission of copyright owner(s).


	Location of Originals
	Original films of Richard L. Myers, except Confrontation at Kent, are held at The Academy Film Archive. Myers has provided reference copies in VHS and/or DVD format for research purposes within this collection.

Box 2 / Folder 1

Coronation / The Path / First Time Here, 1965, 1961, 1964


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 23 minutes / 20 minutes (silent) / 24 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 2

Akran, 1969


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 118 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 3

Confrontation at Kent State / Allison, 1970, 1971


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 43 minutes / 10 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 4

Confrontation at Kent State, 1970


	Physical Description: VHS 42 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 5

Deathstyles, 1971


	Physical Description: VHS; color 60 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 6

37-73, 1974


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 60 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 7

Floorshow, 1978


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 90 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 8

Jungle Girl, 1984


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 100 minutes

Box 2 / Folder 9

Moving Pictures, 1990


	Physical Description: VHS; black and white 90 minutes

Box 3 / Folder 1

Confrontation at Kent State, 1970


	Physical Description: 16mm film; black and white; sound 43 minutes

Box 3 / Folder 2

Container for Confrontation at Kent State 16mm film, undated


	Arrangement
	Boxed together with 16mm film

Box 4 / Folder 1

Akran, 1969


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 118 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 2

Confrontation at Kent State, 1970


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 43 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 3

Allison, 1971


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 10 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 4

Deathstyles, 1971


	Physical Description: DVD; color film 60 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 5

37-73, 1974


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 60 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 6

Massillon Museum Years, 1976


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 40 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 7

Floorshow, 1978


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 90 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 8

Jungle Girl, 1984


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 100 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 9

Moving Pictures, 1990


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 90 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 10

Monster Show, 1996


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 90 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 11

Marjory's Diary, 2003


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 90 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 12

3 Film Portraits: Akbar / Bill and Ruby / Da, 1970, 1970, 1973


	Physical Description: DVD; color / color / black and white 17 minutes / 34 minutes / 40 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 13

Confrontation at Kent State / Allison, 1970, 1971


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white / black and white 43 minutes / 10 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 14

The Path / First Time Here / Coronation, 1961, 1964, 1965


	Physical Description: DVD; black and white 20 minutes (silent) / 24 minutes / 23 minutes

Box 4 / Folder 15

Tarp / Zolcalo / Wood Assemblage, 1993 / 1972 / 1962


	Physical Description: DVD; color 20 minutes / 16 minutes / 13 minutes

Series 4: Student Films, 1972-1990, undated


	Scope and Content
	Included is a typewritten statement from Richard Myers, introducing and providing background on the student films in this series.
	Information regarding the contents of each DVD can be found inside the individual cases.


	Arrangement
	The following items are arranged chronologically by date of creation.


	Restrictions on Access
	These films are for viewing purposes only. Copyright is retained by the creator(s). Films cannot be duplicated without written permission of copyright owner(s).

Box 5 / Folder 1

Introductory letter from Richard Myers, undated

Box 5 / Folder 2

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1972


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 3

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1983-85


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 4

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1983-86


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 5

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1985


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 6

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1987


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 7

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1988


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 8

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1989


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 9

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1989


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 10

Student Films from the Production Class of Richard Myers, 1990


	Physical Description: DVD

Box 5 / Folder 11