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Licenses

by jarhead, Window Shopper

  • Created: March 31, 2010, 1:51 pm
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 Do I have to have a licenses to sell a painting that my wife painted, at a flea market or at a farmers market or at an art festival?

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BizResearcher | Window Shopper | 3/31/2010 - 1:51 pm

If you are only occasionally selling a painting you shouldn't need to create a business. You can list the income on your taxes as hobby income and you can deduct the cost of the canvas, paints, etc. If you plan to regularly sell paintings, then you may need to create a business. You can find information on the IRS web site by doing a search for hobby business.

ChristineL | Former Moderator | 3/31/2010 - 1:51 pm

Hi jarhead, Which state are you in? Click on the state you're in to see which licenses and permits apply to you. Does anyone else have experience selling artwork?