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A 2022 Year-End Tax Planning Checklist for Artists
December 5, 2022 Artist

A 2022 Year-End Tax Planning Checklist for Artists

Hannah Cole, tax pro, artist, and founder of Sunlight Tax, gives us the guidelines for how artists should start planning for their 2022 tax filing.
The Case Studies of Three Famous Artist-Estate Debacles
August 19, 2022 Artist

The Case Studies of Three Famous Artist-Estate Debacles

What can we learn from Rothko, Indiana, and Judd's debacles? These studies in estate planning reveal the challenges that can disrupt an artist's legacy—and how to avoid them.
How Do You Donate an Art Collection?
June 29, 2022 Collector

How Do You Donate an Art Collection?

Key terms and definitions to know when donating your art collection to an institution.
Art Executors and Estate Planning for Art Collectors
March 3, 2022 Collector

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.

Do you have everything you need to run your art business?

The Civic Impact of Taxes for Artists
March 1, 2022 Artist

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
February 1, 2022 Artist

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
January 25, 2022 Collector

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.
A Tax Expert's Advice on How To Avoid Stress During Tax Season
October 29, 2021 Artist

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
October 5, 2021 Collector

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
August 31, 2021 Artist

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
August 12, 2021 Collector

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
July 30, 2021 Artist , Collector

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.

Have you recorded the history
of your artwork?

What Artists and Gallerists Should Know About Data Security
July 22, 2021 Artist , Collector

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
April 29, 2021 Collector

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
April 14, 2021 Collector

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.
What Artists And Collectors Need To Know About Moral Rights
April 2, 2021 Artist , Collector

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!)
March 19, 2021 Collector

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
March 16, 2021 Collector

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
March 10, 2021 Collector

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
January 27, 2021 Artist

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.

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