More about Carfac BC

How can CARFAC BC help me? Does membership have benefits?

Grants

How do you access grant money?

Copyright Issues

Rip-off by publisher ? What can the artist do?
How long does an organization have a right to use an artist's image on a greeting card?

Exhibition Fees

How can a show such as BC Festival of Arts not only NOT pay participating artists an exhibition fee depending on the number of pieces exhibited, but they actually charge the artists for participating?

What should artists consider when offered show space?

Contract Issues

What protection for artists is there in the event a gallery goes under and assets are seized and/or sold off?

Shipping and Insurance

Where can I get insurance to cover my artwork, art supplies and home office equipment?

Shipping to the USA

Other

How do Arts Councils help artists?

Disclaimer: CARFAC BC is an organization run by volunteers, in essence, artists working for artists. These Frequently Asked Questions are produced by CARFAC BC as an informational service to provide a summary of issues of interest to practising visual artists. They are intended to be used as guidelines, not to replace professional advice, which may be required before taking action. CARFAC BC cannot assume liability for problems that may arise from their use or for any errors or omissions contained herein. Views expressed on this site are not necessarily those of CARFAC BC.

CARFAC BC would like to thank
Bill Horne for his help in providing
answers to many difficult questions