Welcome to The Workshop. Part legal clinic, part creative pep talk, part “did they really just say that?” This is where we spill the tea on contracts, client wrangling, and the business side of making art without the boring lawyer vibes. If you want corporate jargon, go somewhere else. If you want straight talk that actually helps you get paid, pull up a chair.
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When Do I Really Need a Contract?
During our free Initial Consultations, creative professionals frequently ask some variation of this question. The short answer? More often than you think, but not as often as you fear.
When Do I Really Need to Hire a Lawyer?
The short answer? It depends on your specific situation, comfort level, and risk tolerance. But let's dig deeper into when that investment in legal counsel truly makes sense for creative professionals.
Why You Should Keep Your Copyright (And How to Convince Others to Let You)
Creatives frequently ask us about copyright ownership. Should they transfer copyright to clients? Is it "just how business is done"? The short answer: not necessarily, and definitely not without careful consideration.
Why Handshake Deals Are Killing Your Creative Career
Creative professionals often express a common concern: "Won't asking for a contract make me seem difficult or inexperienced?" Actually, it's quite the opposite. Requesting a written agreement signals that you're a serious professional who understands the business side of creative work.
Stop Working for Free: Why Contracts Are Your Creative Superpower
Most creative professionals are systematically undervaluing their work—not because their art isn't good enough, but because their contracts aren't sophisticated enough to capture the true economic potential of what they create.
Turn Client Rage into Client Loyalty (Yes, Really)
Because difficult conversations are opportunities to strengthen relationships, not just survive them!