ArtTalk Returns!

Lakes Region Art Gallery

Monday, February 16th our New Time - 6:00 PM

Guest Speaker

Nancy Dirubbo

Art & the Business Behind It:

What Every Artist Should Know

February is a time when many artists begin thinking about taxes, expenses, and how their creative work fits into the bigger picture — and it’s often when business questions feel the most overwhelming.

The Lakes Region Art Gallery is pleased to welcome a guest speaker for an informative and approachable talk focused on the business side of being an artist.

This presentation will explore the difference between operating as a hobbyist versus an artist-business as defined by the IRS, and how that classification can impact taxes and potential deductions. The speaker will also discuss commonly overlooked expenses, simple methods for organizing finances, and practical steps artists can take now to be better prepared for tax season.

While not an accountant, the presenter brings many years of firsthand experience running an art-based business and will share real-world insights learned along the way — information especially helpful for artists who feel intimidated by financial or business topics.

This timely February program is ideal for artists at any stage, whether you sell occasionally or are actively building a sustainable creative practice.