CONTRACTS FOR ARTISTS AND CREATIVE PROFESSIONALS
Leader: Peter Vaughan Shaver, Esq.
Note that basic copyright law will not be covered in the Contracts workshop. It is strongly suggested that attendees register for the Copyright class, or otherwise have a good understanding of copyright law as a prerequisite for the Contract class.

Nearly every contract relating to the business of selling or licensing art and providing creative services will involve copyrights. The discussion of art business contracts will focus on the Oregon Artwork Consignment law, collaboration agreements, licensing and sales agreements, creative services agreements, commission deals, and agent representation agreements.

Many creative service providers get into legal trouble due to working with clients without proper contracts. Minimizing legal risk and customer conflicts is easier once you understand the basic terms found in these types of contracts. This workshop will focus on both understanding contracts that you are presented by others as well as creating your own agreements.

We will discuss some basic terms and steps that will enable you to avoid conflicts with clients by creating workable, plain-English contracts. Having a clear and well-written contract is essential in conveying an impression of professionalism to your customers. A well-crafted, “user friendly” agreement will protect your own legal interests, while setting a professional tone at the start of your working relationship.

Contracts to be discussed will include: Employment agreements (independent contractors, employment and work-for-hire); Oregon consignment agreements, Model releases, Agency Agreements, Licensing and commission contracts.
December 11th from 2-4pm
Cost: $25