Business for Artists

Course Number: BUSN099

Through discussion, examples and practical application, this course addresses the many aspects of business practices that apply to visual artists and artisans. Sound business practices ensure that more time and resources exist for artistic production. Knowing how to research and work with legal rights and responsibilities, financial structures, copyright, contractual obligations, ethics and negotiation skills, enables the student to engage in their chosen practice with improved management of time and money which are critical to survival and success. Through a combination of theory and practice, this course also examines the ways in which artists can assess the market, promote their work, and price it appropriately according to specific venues. Students will explore the processes required for responding to a call for submissions, commissions, and writing grant proposals.

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