Taxes for Artists

Included below is different resources listing tips on how creatives can file their own artist income. Taxes for...

Included below is different resources listing tips on how creatives can file their own artist income.

Presentation slides & Handout from workshop hosted by Sharisse Guyton at ArtSpeak Gallery on Wednesday April 8, 2026

This free workshop was intended for all creative disciplines and covered:

Understanding different types of artist income (grants, honorariums, art sales, and services) and how they are taxed
Common deductible expenses and how to determine what you can claim
Key tax considerations for artists, including GST/HST basics
How to prepare for filing your income tax return (what information you need and how to stay organized)
A simple overview of how tax software (such as TurboTax) works and how to approach filing step-by-step
Practical tips to reduce tax stress and avoid common mistakes