Financial Modelling Tool for Artists

As an independent artist or creative entrepreneur, managing your finances and planning for the future is essential. Brixx provides the financial tools you need to track your income, expenses, and growth opportunities – helping you make informed decisions to sustain and expand your artistic career.

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Who can use this Brixx template?

  • Independent artists

  • Freelance creatives

  • Small creative businesses

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What are the benefits to independent artists?

  • Artist Template

    Tailored to creative professionals, covering project-based income, commissions, merchandise, and passive revenue

  • Impact Analysis

    Assess the impact of new revenue streams, such as selling art, licensing work, crowdfunding, or digital sales

  • Instant Feedback

    Receive immediate feedback when projecting different financial scenarios like pricing changes, new collaborations, or funding opportunities

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Financial modelling software is essential for independent artists and creative entrepreneurs. By forecasting income and expenses, you can gain a clearer picture of your financial landscape and make informed decisions about pricing, investment, and business growth.

With over 20 years of business modelling experience, Brixx provides a trusted solution to help artists navigate the complexities of financial planning. Whether you're funding a new project, scaling your creative business, or simply gaining better control over your finances, Brixx empowers you to build a sustainable and thriving artistic career.

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Model your independent artist business in Brixx – see how quickly your finances can make sense!

  • Project Setup

    • Project name : Independent Artist Business
    • Time period : Monthly (ideal for tracking cash flow, commissions, and project-based income)
    Setup
    aristry business project name in Brixx

  • Income Components

    Component: Art Sales

    Sub-components:

    • Original Paintings – 2 sales/month (£1,500 each) = £3,000/month
    • Limited Edition Prints – 10 sales/month (£50 each) = £500/month
    • Digital Art Commissions – 3 commissions/month (£300 each) = £900/month

    Component: Exhibition & Event Income

    Sub-components:

    • Gallery Exhibition Sales (Annual event, £10,000 total) = £833/month
    • Art Fair Sales (Biannual events, £5,000 each) = £833/month

    Component: Teaching & Workshops

    Sub-components:

    • Online Course Sales – 20 enrolments/month (£75 each) = £1,500/month
    • In-Person Workshop Fees – 5 workshops/year (£500 each) = £208/month

    Component: Other Income Streams

    Sub-components:

    • Patreon / Memberships – 50 subscribers (£10 each) = £500/month
    • Merchandise (T-shirts, prints, stickers) – £600/month
    • Sponsorships (One-off deals or brand partnerships) – £2,000/year (£167/month)
    Income
    artist income component example

  • Expenditure Components

    Component: Materials & Production Costs

    Sub-components:

    • Art Supplies (Paints, canvas, brushes) – £500/month
    • Printing Costs (Limited Edition Prints) – £150/month
    • Shipping & Packaging – £200/month

    Component: Business & Marketing Expenses

    Sub-components:

    • Website Hosting & E-commerce Subscription – £30/month
    • Advertising (Social Media, Google Ads) – £300/month
    • Photography / Portfolio Management – £50/month

    Component: Studio & Workspace Costs

    Sub-components:

    • Studio Rent – £800/month
    • Utilities (Electricity, Internet, Water) – £150/month
    • Insurance (Studio & Artwork) – £50/month

    Component: Administrative & Professional Services

    Sub-components:

    • Accountant & Legal Fees – £1,200/year (£100/month)
    • Software (Adobe Creative Cloud, Accounting Software) – £50/month
    Expenditure
    artist expenditure component example

  • Asset Components

    Component: Fixed Assets

    Sub-components:

    • Studio Equipment (Easels, tables, storage) – £5,000 (depreciated over 5 years)
    • Digital Tools (iPad Pro, stylus, computer) – £2,000 (depreciated over 3 years)
    • Artwork Inventory (Unsold original pieces valued at £20,000)

    Component: Current Assets

    Sub-components:

    • Cash Reserves – £10,000
    • Accounts Receivable (Outstanding payments for commissions) – £1,500
    Assets
    artist asset component example

  • Funding Components

    Component: Initial Investment

    Sub-components:

    • Personal Savings Investment – £10,000
    • Crowdfunding Campaign – £5,000 raised

    Component: Grants & Sponsorships

    Sub-components:

    • Arts Council Grant – £3,000
    • Brand Partnership (Annual funding deal) – £2,000

    Component: Business Loans (if applicable)

    Sub-components:

    • Small Business Loan (£5,000 at 5% interest, repaid over 3 years) – £150/month repayment
    Funding
    artist funding component example

  • Scenario Planning in Brixx

    Sales Fluctuations

    • Model slow vs. peak seasons (e.g., Christmas art sales boost vs. summer slowdown).

    Pricing Changes

    • What happens if print prices increase by 10%?

    Funding Growth

    • Test the impact of taking on additional sponsorships or grants.

    New Revenue Stream

    • Model the impact of launching an NFT collection or digital-only artwork.
    Scenarios
    artist scenario component example

  • Dashboard & Reporting

    Cash Flow Report

    • Visualise cash inflows from commissions, print sales, and exhibitions vs. expenses.

    Balance Sheet

    • Track artwork inventory and fixed asset values over time.

    Profit & Loss Statement

    • Display total revenue, cost of goods sold (materials), and net profit.

    Key Metrics

    • ROI on exhibitions, revenue per customer, cash burn rate.
    Dashboard
    artist business dashboard component example

Strategic forecasting in Brixx

  • Planning for fluctuations in income from commissions, gigs, and sales

  • Demonstrating financial projections to secure grants or investment

  • Budgeting for materials, studio space, marketing, and other business expenses

  • Anticipating financial needs for launching new projects or expanding your business

  • Evaluating the impact of different pricing strategies on overall revenue

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  • Scenario testing
  • 10-year financial forecast
  • Pre-built templates
  • Xero integration
  • Automated reports: P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, tax & more
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