Dirk Guidry

Visual Arts, Business of Visual Arts, Accounting for Visual Artists

FEE: $30/hr

QUALIFICATIONS: I've been fully operating my art business since 2015, gaining much experience through the process. My goal is to help as many artists as possible create a sustainable way of living through their art by providing insight on professional practices, business programs/tools, as well as what artists should avoid.

I have worked closely with my CPA and gained plenty knowledge of accounting specific to artists deductions and expenses. I personally do my own book-keeping and know the importance of maintaining a clean account.

ABOUT: Born in 1987, Dirk Guidry was raised in the small bayou town of Galliano, Louisiana. In 2005, Guidry moved away from the bayou to attend the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The art program helped further his skills as well as develop his own unique style. In the spring of 2012, Guidry received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in Painting.

His studio is located downtown Lafayette at Basin Arts, where he is the co-creator and manager of the BARE Walls program, and currently serves on the Louisiana State Arts Council. Aside from his well-known large scale abstract works, he utilizes his talents by also painting portraits, landscapes, live events, and murals. His works are on display in various locations throughout Louisiana and is held in private collections nationwide.