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A Directory of Art Charities

Art has the power to heal, uplift, and transform lives. Across different settings and experiences, organisations are using visual arts to open doors, spark connections, and support wellbeing. From creative workshops for people living with dementia to platforms that celebrate the artistic talents of children in underfunded areas, charities are using art to make a real difference. From initiatives that protect the environment through creativity to those that champion the work of neurodivergent artists, many projects are creating meaningful and lasting impact through the arts In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of charities doing exceptional work through art worldwide and provide references so you can contribute. Each organisation reflects a shared belief: that creativity has the power to include, to elevate, and to inspire. Above image: artist Afonso Rocha at work A Directory of Art Charities Art Charities in the United Kingdom Art For Youth An annual exhibition showcasing emerging artists while raising funds for UK Youth. Over 37 years, it has generated over £2 million to support millions of young people facing disadvantage, with all sales and donations benefiting both artists and vulnerable youth across the UK. Art for Charity Founded in 2012, Art for …

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Licensing and Copyright: What Every Selling Artist Needs to Know

As artists, we sometimes face the risk of others replicating our work without our permission. This can be a very challenging and disheartening occurrence for artists to deal with. At Jackson’s, we know this experience all too well and appreciate how frustrating it can be. It is very important to know your rights as a creator, and to know how to protect your artistic property from those who may want to copy it or use it without the correct permissions. In this article, Joanne Milmoe of DACS, a not-for-profit organisation that offers guidance on how to protect your rights as an artist and maximise your royalties, explains the basics of copyright and how you can safeguard your artwork from infringement, as well as profit from licensing your work. Licensing and Copyright: What Every Selling Artist Needs to Know By Joanne Milmoe As an artist, creating and selling your work is your livelihood. But once your art leaves your studio, what happens to your rights as its creator? Did you know that selling a physical artwork does not mean you have given away all your legal rights to it. Copyright and licensing are important tools that not only protect …

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