The incorrect grammar and misspellings would be enough to make me
suspicious. If he does decide to respond, I'd ask for the money
order up front, cash it and then send the artwork (plus shipping to
Dallas or wherever).
It is also offensive, imo as someone who represented artists over
the years. Art can be bargained, but would you bargain your dinner
at a restaurant or your new suit at the department store?
/gayley knight
David Turk wrote:
My partner has a website advertising his artwork for sale. He received this email
Monday. We're trying to ascertain whether this is a real person, & if the
offer is legit. There are several aspects that make it sound questionable (moving
to South Africa, asking for discounts, taking out the shipping costs). He's
thinking of offering limited edition prints of the artwork, rather than the artwork
itself. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
david
[Begin email]
Subject: [SPAM] Artworks purcahse
From: Sarah Baptiste <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Date: Mon, March 17, 2008 6:29 pm
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Good day to you out there.
I am so excited that I came across of your work on internet search,I am
interested in purchasing some creative artworks from you
namely...................
Heading Home.jpg,Serenity.jpg,Spring Announcement.jpg
Let me know their various prices.and how much discounts are you going to give?I
will be happy to have these selected artworks hanged in our new ho me in South
Africa. As well, I want you to take out the shipping cost.I have been in touch
with a shipping firm that will be shipping other house decoratives.
We are travelling from our Dallas home to our new apartment as soon as
possible.On Paying for the artworks,I will be glad to pay you with a Money
Order or Cashier`s check in US funds that can be easily cashed at your local
bank,please let me know on how to procced for the payment of the creative
artworks.
I will await your advise on how to proceed.Have a wonderful day.
Best regards,
Sarah Baptiste
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