Articles
How Plato Can Improve Your Photos
February 2023, by Steve Meltzer
While both light and composition are key to successful photographic images, light is written about more often. Therefore, let’s focus on how to use composition to create stronger photographs.…
A Word About Taxes
February 2023, by Daniel Grant
Artists and craftspeople receive money in a variety of ways, including awards and prizes at shows, project grants, scholarships, and fellowships. The monetary value of an award, or the cash value…
Do You Have a Safety Net?
February 2023, by Brenda Flynn
Insurance for artists is a safeguard against disasters, both natural and human-made, but it is something artists often neglect to consider. Why do those who insure their cars, homes, and lives…
Why It’s Important To Establish a Brand
February 2023, by Scott Obernberger
Now that the holiday season has passed, many of us are working hard to build up inventory and prepare for the new show season. In January, I talked about examining what we did last year, our…
Are You a Hobbyist or in Business?
January 2023, by Daniel Grant
It is all well and good to say artists need to be businesslike rather than bohemian. However, those who want the IRS to accept work-related deductions like price of materials, studio rent and…