Events

TALA develops and hosts workshops and seminars covering copyright, trademark, contracts, taxes, business entities, budgeting, risk management, and other topics relevant to creative practices.

All events are free and open to the public.

Upcoming Events

 
 
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Past Events

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The Art of Taxes Viewing Party
Feb
10
Tax

The Art of Taxes Viewing Party

HCCC is hosting a viewing party to watch TALA’s “The Art of Taxes 2026” livestream event! Enjoy refreshments, and connect and network with fellow artists, while CPAs Kathy Ploch and Lisa Sretenovic guide you through your tax return, addressing common concerns for artists and important IRS regulations related to creative practices.

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Brush Up For The New Year
Dec
3

Brush Up For The New Year

Listen up, artists! 📣 2026 is around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to brush up on all of the knowledge you’ll need to be compliant with taxes and reporting. Join TALA’s resident CPA Lisa Sretenovic for an engaging webinar. Participants will learn how to:

  • Categorize Tax-Deductible Business Expenses

  • Prepare for 1099s

  • File the Texas Information Report and Business Personal Property Tax Rendition

and more!

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Let’s Talk Art + Business
Jun
24

Let’s Talk Art + Business

Join CPA Lisa Sretenovic and TALA Executive Director Alissa McCain as they dive into some of the most frequently asked questions TALA receives from visual artists. From managing taxes to structuring your business to registering intellectual property, Lisa and Alissa will offer insights and practical tips to help you build a sustainable and successful creative practice.

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Gig to Gross: Bookkeeping Basics for Musicians
May
29

Gig to Gross: Bookkeeping Basics for Musicians

We are partnering with A&R Foundation to bring you Gig to Gross: Bookkeeping Basics for Musicians Who Want To Know Where There Money Goes. You can join us online on Thursday, May 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Central while TALA's resident CPA, Lisa Sretenovic, walks musicians through how to use the free program Wave to manage their finances. We can't wait to see you there!

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The Art of Taxes Viewing Party
Feb
26

The Art of Taxes Viewing Party

HCCC is hosting a viewing party to watch TALA’s “The Art of Taxes 2025” livestream event! Enjoy refreshments, and connect and network with fellow artists, while CPAs Kathy Ploch and Lisa Sretenovic guide you through your tax return, addressing common concerns for artists and important IRS regulations related to creative practices.

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Brush Up For The New Year: Regulatory Compliance Made Easy For Artists
Nov
18

Brush Up For The New Year: Regulatory Compliance Made Easy For Artists

Listen up, artists! 📣 2025 is around the corner, so it’s the perfect time to brush up on all of the knowledge you’ll need to be compliant with taxes and reporting. Join TALA’s resident CPA Lisa Sretenovic for an engaging webinar. Participants will learn how to:

  • Categorize Tax-Deductible Business Expenses

  • Prepare for 1099s

  • Reporting the Beneficial Ownership Information with FinCEN

and more!

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