VLA offers a variety of programs and workshops, which are listed below. We also offer a selection of on-demand, online recordings of previously held education programs for those unable to attend or want a refresher. Click here to access and view these presentations.
This program is presented in celebration of World IP Week and in partnership with the Copyright Alliance. Attention artists and creators in the design industry: did
This workshop provides valuable information about forming an arts-related non-profit organization! In addition to learning about what a non-profit is, learn how and why to
The class will cover all US visa basics for performing artists, including musicians, actors, comedians, and other live performers. Attendees will learn about what circumstances
Few things are as scary as receiving a notice that you’ve been sued. In a perfect world this wouldn’t happen, but the reality is that
This workshop provides valuable information about forming an arts-related non-profit organization! In addition to learning about what a non-profit is, learn how and why to
You can't afford to ignore the legal issues in the photography field! This course will provide an overview of the types of legal issues encountered
This workshop provides valuable information about forming an arts-related non-profit organization! In addition to learning about what a non-profit is, learn how and why to
Join VLA on December 11 for a unique opportunity to hear from an expert panel of legal and theater professionals on the issues faced in
VLA is proud to present its popular series of free classes targeted to artists, students and practicing attorneys. The classes will be taught by current
VLA is proud to present its popular series of free classes targeted to artists, students and practicing attorneys. The classes will be taught by current
This workshop provides valuable information about forming an arts-related non-profit organization! In addition to learning about what a non-profit is, learn how and why to
VLA is proud to present its popular series of free classes targeted to artists, students and practicing attorneys. The classes will be taught by current
VLA is proud to present its popular series of free classes targeted to artists, students and practicing attorneys. The classes will be taught by current
This program will cover the financial fundamentals that every artist and small business owner needs to consider. Attorney and finance expert Jared Graw will take
Join VLA on November 13th at the Nitehawk Cinema for a special class on music rights in filmmaking! This class is open to Nitehawk Shorts
As an artist and an entrepreneur, contracts are an essential tool for your business. Whether you are creating commissioned work, a musician performing a gig, a
For artists across all disciplines, this workshop will prepare you to put your best foot forward with funders the next time you apply for a
This workshop provides valuable information about forming an arts-related non-profit organization! In addition to learning about what a non-profit is, learn how and why to
Calling all jewelry designers! Would you know what to do if you see that your designs were copied by others? What about if another designer
From Basquiat to Banksy, from the streets to the gallery, from vandalism to fashion, graffiti and street art are thriving and bringing with them new
Many visual artists have misconceptions about the impact of copyright law on their artwork. Is it Fair? is designed to enable non-lawyers, as well as
This workshop provides valuable information about forming an arts-related non-profit organization! In addition to learning about what a non-profit is, learn how and why to
As a creator and artist, your intellectual property is one of your most valuable assets, though it's probably also one of the most misunderstood. Through
This workshop provides valuable information about starting an arts-related non-profit organization. State issues to be covered include articles of incorporation, bylaws, and the first organization