EDUCATION

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The business of the arts is about more than the creative spirit.

From concept to creation, sale to distribution, art also involves complicated legal issues such as intellectual property, copyright, incorporation and trademark, as well as the infinite possibilities of contract provisions.

For artists, arts and cultural organizations, entertainment start-ups and the attorneys who represent them, WALA offers seminars, workshops and courses to help navigate the complex convergence of arts and law.

A volunteer faculty of some of the most accomplished attorneys in arts, entertainment and media law provide instruction at regularly scheduled courses each year.

WALA presents courses tailored to the specific needs of writers, photographers, digital artists, filmmakers and visual artists. Some past courses include:

• Copyright Basics – The fundamentals of intellectual property, usage and protecting your work.
• Starting a Non-Profit Organization - Understanding the rules of the 501 (c) 3
• Trademarks
• Music Contracts
• Contracts for the Arts Professional

To request a WALA program for your organization, contact walainfo@gmail.com