News, Tools & Resources
for the Art Community

Not Even a Natural Disaster Could Stop This Artist From Painting

July 10, 2025 Artist

Not Even a Natural Disaster Could Stop This Artist From Painting

When Hunter Jay's studio was swept away in a catastrophic flood, there was only one thing he wanted to do: keep painting, every day.

Protecting Your Art Collection When a Natural Disaster Strikes

August 7, 2018 Artist , Collector

Protecting Your Art Collection When a Natural Disaster Strikes

Before, during and after: the basics of protecting and caring for your collection when a natural disaster strikes.

A Short Tutorial on Protecting Art Collections from Natural Disasters

October 19, 2020 Collector

A Short Tutorial on Protecting Art Collections from Natural Disasters

We're living during challenging times. Learn how to catalog and safeguard your art collection in this short video tutorial.

How to Protect Your Studio from Fire, Smoke & Mold

December 23, 2019 Artist

How to Protect Your Studio from Fire, Smoke & Mold

Fires are more prevalent than all natural disasters combined. Learn how to protect yourself, your studio and your inventory.

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

Understanding Fine Art Insurance in Today's Climate: Protect Your Art Investments Against Evolving Risks

February 6, 2025 Collector

Understanding Fine Art Insurance in Today's Climate: Protect Your Art Investments Against Evolving Risks

As natural disasters and other risks evolve, learn how to update your insurance strategy to protect your fine art collection.

Protect Yourself and Your Studio from Tornadoes: CERF+’s Essential Tips for Artists

June 12, 2023 Artist

Protect Yourself and Your Studio from Tornadoes: CERF+’s Essential Tips for Artists

Cyclones pose significant risk to you, your artworks and your studio. Be prepared for the next natural disaster.

Protect Your Art Investment During Crisis

April 13, 2020 Collector

Protect Your Art Investment During Crisis

We’ve seen an influx of collectors cataloging their collections during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Surprising Threats to Your Art Collection

December 2, 2019 Collector

Surprising Threats to Your Art Collection

You’ll be surprised to hear these inconspicuous threats to your artworks.

How to Do a Year-End Inventory of Your Art Studio

November 29, 2017 Artist

How to Do a Year-End Inventory of Your Art Studio

Accurate inventory records of your art studio are necessary for both taxes and insurance. They also keep your business running smoothly.

Tips for Digitizing Your Art Collection Easily & Cost Effectively

April 19, 2022 Collector

Tips for Digitizing Your Art Collection Easily & Cost Effectively

You don’t need technical training to digitize and bring your art collection online.

WEBINAR: Is Your Art Collection Properly Insured? Expert Advice from Huntington T. Block

December 15, 2023 Collector

WEBINAR: Is Your Art Collection Properly Insured? Expert Advice from Huntington T. Block

Get invaluable art collection insurance information that will help you protect your art institution and estate in this one-hour recorded webinar with Huntington T. Block.

Why Risk It? Risk Management and Your Art Collection

April 2, 2018 Collector

Why Risk It? Risk Management and Your Art Collection

Learn about possible risks to your art collection to better protect it from catastrophic events and deterioration.

Have you recorded the history
of your artwork?

How to Photograph Damaged Paintings for Insurance

March 11, 2025 Collector

How to Photograph Damaged Paintings for Insurance

Master the basics of condition assessment photography with these 12 essential steps.

Monthly Art Opportunities: The Best Opportunities with June Deadlines

May 20, 2020 Artist

Monthly Art Opportunities: The Best Opportunities with June Deadlines

In search of an artist grant or opportunity? We have you covered.

How Does Provenance Impact Artists and Art Collectors?

February 14, 2023 Artist

How Does Provenance Impact Artists and Art Collectors?

Here's how to build your provenance as an artist and ensure that your artwork lives on to tell its story.

Dividing Art: Divorce Estate Planning

June 12, 2018 Artist , Collector

Dividing Art: Divorce Estate Planning

Keeping your art collection together when your marriage can’t. Divorce and estate planning tips.

What Is the Future of the Art Fair?

October 12, 2017 Collector

What Is the Future of the Art Fair?

Art fairs are becoming costly and crowded. New business models are creating unique events that cater to collectors. Can art fairs still compete?

10 Surprising Art Collecting Trends of 2018

December 22, 2018 Artist , Collector

10 Surprising Art Collecting Trends of 2018

Today’s collectors experience an evolving art market. Here are 10 unexpected trends from 2018.

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.

Financial Relief Resources for Artists During COVID-19

March 16, 2020 Artist

Financial Relief Resources for Artists During COVID-19

A compiled list of emergency resources for artists to find financial support during the Coronavirus pandemic.