Chapter 2

Chapter 2- Creating Your Artist’s Packet

· Cover letters should be short & to the point

· As an artist give equal effort to both your artists packet & your art

· List the most important information first

· Its ok to change the focus depending on the job being applied for

· Its ok to be unusual, this can help you stand out, if in proper context

· Your career should look vigorous and professional

· Pay attention to the parts of your life that add appeal

· Create a body of work, not just images

· Give your work a title

· Your artists statement tells what you think is important, and sets a tone

· Artists statement should be short, 1-2 pages

· Write more then you intend to keep, they remove unneeded information

· Avoid turning the statement into a list of things you like

· Try to grab attention, list interesting experiences

· Have another artist read your finished artists statement

· It can help you clarify your ideas, and excel as an artist

· The quality of your images is important, don’t skimp

· The packet should be put together with the cover letter on top, your artist’s bio, your statement & optional reviews, a sheet of slides, then the SASE & cardboard stiffener.

We now know that obviously presentation is a huge part of being an artist. There are many little things you can do to make your Artist’s statement and resume a lot more appealing and a lot more likely to get you somewhere. I like the fact that these kinds of details really do affect the outcome.