Schedule C for Artists

Are you gearing up to prepare your 2023 taxes? Do you have questions about write-offs and deductions?

Artist and tax preparer Janet Ecklebarger will answer questions about the IRS Schedule C, the tax form that you need to understand as you prepare your taxes for 2023.

During this workshop, Janet will guide us through the process of identifying and accounting for the many diverse income streams (from contract day jobs to grants, awards, and sales) and business-related expenses that comprise the livelihoods of many arts practitioners. Tax legislation is always changing and Janet will address how those changes will affect the various situations for artists and other self-employed individuals.

A practicing artist herself, Janet has keen insights into the complexity inherent in filing taxes for creative careers. Her experience working with clients for over 18 years has also contributed to her knowledge of record-keeping strategies that can be implemented throughout the year to help you streamline the process.

In addition to sharing her insights on tax-filing best practices for artists, curators, and creative producers, Janet will also be able to address questions pertinent to individualized circumstances.

• EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH JAN 6, $26
• GENERAL PRICING THROUGH JAN 10 $36
• DAY OF WORKSHOP PRICING $41

Please note: This class will be livestreamed to a private Facebook group. In order to access the content for re-watch, participants must join the private FB group. The information to access the FB group will be provided during the class session and will be sent via email following the class.

About the Instructor

Janet Ecklebarger 

Janet Ecklebarger earned her Master’s degree from Cranbrook in 1992. She has been working as a tax associate since 2005 and specializes in deductions for artists, musicians, and other creative types while also offering tax and accounting techniques for the right-brained. She is a practicing artist who recently moved to a 30-acre property in North Carolina and is excited to participate in the creative and advocacy community in her new area. You can also find her at tax-scout.com.

This virtual class meets on Thursday, January 11, 2024, 6:00-8:00pm. The class meets on Zoom and you will receive login information after registration. You will receive a class handout via email in the week before class. Please print the handout and be prepared to use it during the class.