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Artists Beware of Potential Scam

July 16, 2009

IMPORTANT ALERT from the MAC blog!

The Maine Arts Commission (MAC) has received an alert from a Maine artist who came exceptionally close to falling prey to an elaborate online scam involving the purchase of her artwork. In the last 24 hours 7 other artists have contacted the MAC with similar stories.

The incident is now under police investigation and you can and should read the details at the MAC blog by clicking here. It is an incredible scam that you should be aware of, especially if you sell your artwork online. The artist who story is shared on the blog wanted others to know in an effort to avert any potential losses.

If you have received similar communications please email Darrell Bulmer darrell.bulmer@maine.gov at the MAC who can pass this information onto the investigating officers. Please pass this information on to others.