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Art Executors and Estate Planning for Art Collectors

Art Executors and Estate Planning for Art Collectors

Attorney Melissa Passman shares her expertise on best practices in estate planning with a focus on art collections.

The Civic Impact of Taxes for Artists

The Civic Impact of Taxes for Artists

Taxes are our only mandatory civic duty: so why is tax education left out of civic education?

No, You Won’t Get a Charitable Deduction for Donating Your Artwork

No, You Won’t Get a Charitable Deduction for Donating Your Artwork

Make sure you know all the tax implications before donating your artwork to a charity or organization.

A New Scam Hits the Art World, Targeting Collectors and Art Advisors

A New Scam Hits the Art World, Targeting Collectors and Art Advisors

Hackers are becoming increasingly creative. Here's 3 things we learned from the most recent art world cyber hack.

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A Tax Expert's Advice on How To Avoid Stress During Tax Season

A Tax Expert's Advice on How To Avoid Stress During Tax Season

Hannah Cole is a tax expert who specializes in working with creative businesses and artists. Her top advice for artists? Get organized early.

Heists, Forgeries & Fraud — What Collectors Can Learn From True Art Crimes

Heists, Forgeries & Fraud — What Collectors Can Learn From True Art Crimes

We go down the rabbit hole with expert Noah Charney to find out what today's collectors can learn from history's most famous art crimes.

A Breakdown of Business Models for Artists | Plus, Free Business Plan Worksheet

A Breakdown of Business Models for Artists | Plus, Free Business Plan Worksheet

Sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, cooperative, or S Corp—which one is right for you? Learn more and then fill out the business plan worksheets to set a strong art business foundation.

Collectors: What To Do If Your Art Arrives Damaged

Collectors: What To Do If Your Art Arrives Damaged

Shipping fine art is an art form itself and doesn't always go as planned. Here's what to do if your art is damaged while in transit.

How to Add Metadata to Your Image Files

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How to Add Metadata to Your Image Files

Embedding metadata in your image files increases their online security and allows you to preserve and share your art's most important details with the world.

What Artists and Gallerists Should Know About Data Security

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What Artists and Gallerists Should Know About Data Security

With remote work still on the rise, hackers are having a heyday. Here are some best practices to defend your data, whether you're an artist or a dealer.

Debriefed: How Art Collectors Can Avoid Litigation

Debriefed: How Art Collectors Can Avoid Litigation

Art lawyer Daniel Kokhba on private investigators, escrow accounts, and other ways collectors can stay out of litigation.

When the Levee Breaks — Art Insurance & Eco-Disasters

When the Levee Breaks — Art Insurance & Eco-Disasters

Leading art insurer AXA XL’s Global Chief Underwriting Officer Jennifer Schipf has some good news about insuring art in the age of climate change.

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What Artists And Collectors Need To Know About Moral Rights

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What Artists And Collectors Need To Know About Moral Rights

Art lawyers Amelia Brankov and Alana Kushnir untangle the intricacies of art’s legal rights.

Art Restoration Disasters (and Miracles!)

Art Restoration Disasters (and Miracles!)

Stories of famously wrecked artworks that were brought back to life (sort of) and tips on what to do if your artwork is seriously damaged.

Ask an Art Appraiser: Heidi Lee Komaromi, AAA

Ask an Art Appraiser: Heidi Lee Komaromi, AAA

Qualified answers to questions big and small regarding all things art appraisals.

How to Donate Your Art Collection to Charity for Optimal Tax Write-Offs

How to Donate Your Art Collection to Charity for Optimal Tax Write-Offs

Art lawyer and tax specialist Melissa Passman weighs in on the best practices for donating your art in the USA.

Art Business Essentials: Commission Contracts for Artists

Art Business Essentials: Commission Contracts for Artists

Manage your art commissions like a pro with an overview of how, why, and when to use commission contracts.

Art Business Essentials: Art Leasing Agreements

Art Business Essentials: Art Leasing Agreements

What is an art leasing agreement? How do you use an art leasing agreement?

Art Business Essentials: Consignment Agreements for Artists

Art Business Essentials: Consignment Agreements for Artists

What to include in a consignment agreement and why using them helps you create professional relationships with galleries.

Expert Answers to Common Questions from Art Collectors

Expert Answers to Common Questions from Art Collectors

We asked art professionals what questions they get the most from art collectors. Read their expert advice on everything from buying art to bequeathing it.

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