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Lesser known tax deductions for creative freelancers

What are some of the tax deductions creatives can and can't claim?

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So you want my arts job: Cosplayer

Kirilee Cosplay has been in the field of cosplaying for nearly a decade, representing Australia in international competitions and championing…

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5 ways to deal with a bad review

How do you cope when the work you've laboured over for years receives a less than flattering reception?

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I'm a freelance creative: should I be getting paid super?

Workplace laws around freelance arts work can be confusing at the best of times. But when it comes to the…

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So you want my arts job: Wearable Art and Fibre Artist

The fibre and wearable pieces of Sunshine Coast-based artist Karen Lynch can be seen across festivals and competitions. Here is…

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5 tips to beat writers' block

Easy steps to start writing again when you are creatively blocked.

Faith in the Artist's Way
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The Artist's Way Week 12: Recovering a sense of faith

Creativity requires profound trust. We renew our commitment to the tools as we finish the program.

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The Artist's Way Week 11: Recovering a sense of autonomy

This week we work on acceptance of ourselves and handling success without self-sabotage.

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So you want my arts job: 2D Type Artist

Ever wondered how words can convey emotions through design and animation? UK-based Mat Voyce shares his insights on building a…

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What's changed for artists’ incomes? Throsby-led research paints harsh view

Findings from Creative Australia’s latest six-yearly demographic research into the working lives of artists reveals some concerning trends.

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