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Cover Letter Writing - University of Michigan School of Art and Design

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Example <strong>of</strong> cover letter to accompany artist packet:Jo Q. Public211 Main StreetSpringfield, WY 12345June 1, 2002Mr. Ishmael Ahab, DirectorBig Fish GalleryProvincetown, MA 54321Dear Mr. Ahab,During my recent trip to Cape Cod I had the opportunity to visit your gallery. The exhibitentitled “Abstract No More” was a wonderful example <strong>of</strong> the resurgence in representationalpainting in the northeast. I underst<strong>and</strong> the artists in that exhibit are indicative <strong>of</strong> the kind <strong>of</strong> workyour gallery usually displays, which leads me to believe you will be interested in my recentwork.Enclosed you will find a current resume, slides <strong>of</strong> some <strong>of</strong> my recent paintings, a statement aboutthe work, <strong>and</strong> a review from my solo exhibit at the Tarrytown Gallery. I would be happy to sendyou more slides, or bring examples <strong>of</strong> my work to the gallery in person.Thank you in advance for considering my work. I will contact your for follow up by the end <strong>of</strong>the month.SincerelyJo Q. PublicEnclosures:ResumeSlidesStatementReviewSASE

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