Art Fair Season Finances: Budgeting and Tracking Your Exhibition Investments
Art fair season is like the creative world's version of the retail holiday rush – exciting, exhausting, and potentially very profitable if you do it right. But here's what most artists and galleries don't talk about: art fairs can also be massive money drains if you don't approach them strategically.
Beat the Summer Slump: Cash Flow Strategies for Creative Businesses
Summer is here, and if you're in the creative business world, you know what that means: the dreaded summer slump. People are on vacation, art galleries see fewer visitors, online sales might dip, and suddenly your cash flow feels as sluggish as a hot Texas afternoon.
Tax Planning for Artists: Why August is the Perfect Time to Prep for Year-End
Most artists think about taxes in March when their CPA calls, or worse, in April when they're scrambling to file. But here's what successful creative entrepreneurs know: August is actually the perfect time for tax planning.
Featured on Behind The Hustle: Building Dots and Digits Accounting
I recently had the opportunity to sit down for the second interview in the "Behind The Hustle" series, where I shared the real story of how I began and built Dots and Digits Accounting from the ground up. The "Behind The Hustle" series was designed for bookkeepers to share their authentic startup journeys. What challenges did we face in the beginning? How did we land our first clients? What strategies actually worked? This series provides unfiltered insights from bookkeepers who have walked the path and built successful practices.
5 Things sabotaging your mindfulness practice
In the vibrant yet demanding world of creative professions, mindfulness offers a powerful antidote to the chaos of deadlines, client expectations, and the pressure to consistently produce innovative work. Yet, despite our best intentions, establishing a consistent mindfulness practice can prove challenging. At Dots and Digits Accounting, we've observed how mindfulness principles benefit both financial clarity and creative thinking.
6 Artists That Help Me Feel Mindful
In our fast-paced digital world, finding moments of true presence can feel increasingly rare. At Dots and Digits Accounting, we believe that mindfulness extends beyond meditation cushions into how we engage with creativity and art. The right artistic expressions can serve as powerful gateways to mindfulness, helping us slow down, reconnect with our senses, and appreciate the beauty of careful craftsmanship.
7 Tips for Overcoming Creative Drain
When your creativity runs dry, it can feel impossible to produce meaningful work. As a financial professional who works closely with creatives, I understand that creative blocks not only affect your artistic output but can also impact your business success.
Digital vs Physical Receipts - Creating a System That Works
As an accountant for creatives, I've seen every receipt storage system imaginable – from the infamous shoebox method to meticulously organized spreadsheets. Whether you're a photographer with equipment purchases or a graphic designer buying software subscriptions, having a reliable system for storing receipts is crucial. Let's explore how to manage both digital and physical receipts effectively.