February came and went rather quickly. I spent most of the month applying for arts grants and fellowships. Today I finally got a letter back from the Pollock-Krasner foundation. Unfortunately, it was a rejection and not a grant. I'd be lying if I didn't admit I was slightly disappointed. I worked really hard on my application and I waited seven months for an answer.
Nevertheless, I've decided to send a response back and ask why my work was rejected. It's not that i am shallow or overly fragile. I just feel these days at this age and stage of my career, if I'm going to be rejected, don't just send me a form letter( that's not helpful) tell me why. What was the criteria? Artists often receive rejections for various reasons some having nothing at all to do with the work. I think the worst thing is not knowing why.
Anyway, despite a rejection letter I am remaining positive. and believe another opportunity will arise.
