Writing, press features, workshop insights, and ongoing conversations around financial literacy, professional practice, and sustainability for artists.
“There is no more authenticity in poverty, than there is in wealth.” – Victoria Helena
ARTnews
Victoria Helena on “Why Artists Need to Take Control of Their Money.”
Artnet News
“When in reality, business is business. A lot of artists don’t understand how the business works,” Read full article here.
Latest Writing
- The Artist and The Social Media EffectSocial media can grow your audience, but is it helping your finances? Discover the hidden costs of visibility for artists and how to build a sustainable practice.
- The Artist’s Money MindsetYour behaviors around money did not develop in a vacuum. They were shaped by what you observed and absorbed from the people around you. And in the art world, those behaviors tend to cluster into four recognizable patterns. Avoidance. Not opening bills. Not tracking income and expenses. Not checking your bank account. Not following up… Continue reading The Artist’s Money Mindset
- The Artist’s Salary…or lack thereofKnowing how to price artwork is one of the most important financial skills an artist can develop. Yet one of the most common mistakes artists make is forgetting to account for their own labour when calculating the cost of creating work. Your time is money. Your expertise is valuable. And yet so many artists price… Continue reading The Artist’s Salary…or lack thereof
- The Artist’s BudgetBudgeting for artists doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Learn the difference between budgets and projections when managing irregular income.
- Financial Literacy is a Creative SkillBudgeting for artists doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn the difference between budgets and projections and build a stronger financial practice.