Pooja Sheth

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Pooja leads the community-building initiatives for symposia. She loves to talk about art, learn about new emerging artists, and is passionate about helping artists connect. She believes that the arts can bring people together in powerful ways.

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Finances

Artist filing business expenses and sales tax

What every artist should know about taxes

As a self-employed artist, it's essential to know the different types of taxes you need to file. This blog post discusses the basics of artist tax filing, including self-employment tax and business expenses.

Pooja Sheth

Apr 18, 2022

Language of Art

Woman in the art world with sample artist statements

How to write an effective artist statement

Learn how to write an artist statement that accurately represents your work and grabs the attention of potential buyers or gallery owners.

Pooja Sheth

Mar 24, 2022

Wellness

Woman in a creative process focusing on mental health

The benefits to creativity in learning healthy habits

A balanced lifestyle is vital to maintaining your mental and physical health as an artist. Here are some tips to get you started.

Pooja Sheth

Mar 14, 2022

Finances

Artist getting federal government grants at human services

A winning strategy when applying for artist grants

Wondering how to get grant money for your art project? This guide will walk you through the process, from finding funding opportunities to submitting a strong application.

Pooja Sheth

Mar 16, 2022

Wellness

Staying away from negative emotions and feel abundant

How to feel satisfied with your creative practice

It's easy for artists and creatives to get caught in a feeling of scarcity when they're more abundant than they realize. Learn how to break the cycle of negativity that keeps you from being satisfied with your creative practice.

Pooja Sheth

Mar 10, 2022

Art Business

Women learning how to start a co operative

A guide to organizing and forming a cooperative

This easy guide includes tips on forming a co-op, setting up membership and governance structures, and marketing your new business idea.

Pooja Sheth

Mar 26, 2022