SOP

http://www.princetonreview.com/grad/statement-of-purpose.aspx

Where good ideas come from

http://www.ted.com/talks/steven_johnson_where_good_ideas_come_from.html

What to tell your relatives when they ask what you are going to do with an art degree...

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/steven-j-tepper/uncle-henry-is-wrong-ther_b_868279.html

Writing an Exhibition Proposal

http://artexplainer.wordpress.com/2010/11/20/how-to-write-exhibition-proposal-for-art-galleries/

Inspired by visit with Sara Eyestone

http://lateralaction.com/articles/art-licensing/

Cover Letter Help

http://www.sfai.edu/cover-letters

{Sample Cover Letter}
Date
Ms. Jane Gallery
No Such Gallery
77 Geary Street, 13th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94108

Dear Ms. Gallery,

Professor John Doe mentioned to me today that you have an internship opening for a Gallery Assistant at the No Such Gallery. As a Painting major at the San Francisco Art Institute, I am very interested in exploring a career in galleries; I believe that working as an intern in your gallery will give me wonderful experience and help me decide if gallery work is right for me. While I am learning, I am positive that I can make an active contribution to your gallery as well.
In addition to my fascination with art, I have organizational and personal skills that will be useful in the gallery. While working for Professor Doe last summer cataloguing his collection of art, I learned to use a computer program to inventory and track the work. When he decided to sell part of his collection, I was able to easily locate the pieces. I also took responsibility for packing the work for shipment, obtaining the necessary insurance coverage, and verifying receipt of the works. I gained my people skills while working in a summer job as a lifeguard at Y Camp. In that position, it was important for me to maintain safety regulations without spoiling the campers’ fun. I learned to be diplomatic yet firm. That training will help me to work well with gallery clients.
My resume is enclosed for your consideration. I look forward to talking with you about this internship in an interview.  I am excited about the possibility of working with you at the No Such Gallery next semester.  Thank you for your time and attention.

Sincerely,

Joe Art Student
1313 Valencia Street
San Francisco, CA 94410
415.555.1212

Cover Letter Help

http://career.cooper.edu/students/art/coverletter.php

April 22, 2005

Gully T. Gumby
Specifics Manager
Fawlty Systems, Inc.
Torquay, NY 00000

Dear Mr. Gumby,


Your advertisement in Job Choices '05 prompted me to contact you about entry-level positions in electrical engineering at Fawlty Systems, LTD. The product engineering program at your company is very appealing. I am particularly interested in your project on digital systems. In May of this year I will receive a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from The Cooper Union and I hope that we will have an opportunity to discuss employment possibilities before that time.
In addition to the knowledge I've obtained from my education, my experience as an assistant to a plant engineer has provided me with an excellent background in the practical aspects of electrical engineering.
During my years at The Cooper Union, I have taken on many additional responsibilities. As a freshman, I managed the Student Council and played varsity tennis. In my junior year I was employed by the Student Services Office where I received first-hand experience in organization, teamwork and responsibility. I hope that you will seriously consider my enclosed résumé, which provides full details of my qualification.
Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to speaking with you. I may be reached between the hours of 9am and 5pm at 212 355.4343.
Sincerely,
Simon T. Brainsample