A recurrent issue: payments from galleries
Over the years, many artists have complained to me about the relationship with their galleries. These complaints have related to such issues as sums payable to galleries for non-gallery sales, commissions or prizes and the reluctance of galleries to disclose the purchasers of artists' works. However, the majority of complaints I receive relate to long delays in payment and the lack of regular accountability and reconciliation of artist's account with the gallery.

Tax Updates
Tax Office has finally released its ruling on what constitutes "carrying on business as a professional artist"...

Where there is a will, there could still be trouble!
Over the past few years, I have been confronted with numerous problems in my capacity as Executor, mediator or advisor to Deceased Estates. Many of the problems that occurred arose from homemade Wills, and sometimes from Wills prepared by lawyers...

Further tax tips
The Australian Tax Commissioner Michael Carmody recently identified his intention to pay closer attention to small-medium size business and individuals on issues of tax obligation compliance and work related deductions...

MELBOURNE: Autumn Studio Luncheon,

Saturday 28 May 12.30 - 2.30pm

In the spirit of history's grand legacy of artwork inspired by the seaside, this season's luncheon is a Maritime Affair - thanks to the largesse of Mark Schaller who has kindly opened his warehouse studio to us for an afternoon of feasting, fun and frivolity!

Menu: a sumptuous BBQ with accompanying beverages [special meal requirements - please advise]

Entertainment: a surprise musical interlude

Cost: $45.00 adults/kids $15.00
family members & friends welcome

The venue: Mark's dockland studio -
Shed 21 North Wharf (extension of Dudley St.), Docklands.

RSVP: Essential ASAP - Cheryl tel: 9529 32800 (Enquiries on the day to Anna Clabburn 0411 770 830)

(nb diary dates for forthcoming lunches: last Saturday of August 2005).

For something less formal, front up to our favourite Art Bar for a soiree with other PSA members over a modestly discounted drink: Melbourne's Candy Bar, 162 Greville St Prahran, Tel 9529 6566 A regular PSA event, first Thursday in the month (starting 4 November) drinks and nibbles 6-8pm.

WHY BE A MEMBER?
Membership of organisations such as the PSA supports your tax status as a professional artist!
Application Form & more information here...

NEWSLETTERS
Summer 2005 (300KB)
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Spring 2002 (300KB)

Membership Benefits Update
The PSA is currently updating its raft of members' benefits and would like to hear from you about new incentives and ideas. In addition to the range of opportunities listed we are keen to emphasise the organisation's role as a spokesbody for individuals, able to assist with legal, moral and other personal issues arising from your work as a professional artist.
more here...