Art Biz | CPD 031-W27

In this crash course, we'll tackle the essential info every artist-craftsperson-maker-artisan must know to be a small, creative business: artist-gallery relationships, banking, business plan, business structure, contracts, commissions, copyright, federal and state tax ID's, insurance, marketing, money management, permits, sales, taxes, and time management. Kim will tackle these must-know business topics with interactive exercises and a bit of humor.

Kim will equip both emerging and established artists with the business basics required to sustain a life and living as a creative maker.

Learning Objectives:

• Create a basic business plan and choose an appropriate business structure, name, and domain for their creative practice
• Navigate legal and administrative requirements, including permits, zoning, taxes, contracts, insurance, and copyright
• Establish sound financial practices for managing money, banking, sales, and commissions
• Develop professional and promotional strategies, including marketing, gallery relationships, and self-promotion
• Build sustainable work habits through effective time management, motivation, and long-term planning

Learning Outcomes:

• Students will be able to plan and set up a creative business by developing a business plan, choosing a structure, and understanding the legal and financial requirements for operation

Who is this class for?

• Emerging and established artists