What's Included

  • Self Assessment (SA100 + SA103S/F)
  • Claiming expenses for studio costs, instruments, tools, exhibitions
  • Royalty income, performance gigs, gallery sales reporting
  • Guidance for grants, fellowships, and residencies

Making Tax Digital (MTD)

If your income exceeds £50,000, MTD for ITSA applies from April 2026. We’ll guide you for compliance.

What You Need to Provide

  • Performance fees, commission statements, gig invoices
  • Instrument, gear, costume, or exhibition supply receipts
  • Royalty statements from PRS, streaming platforms, galleries

Common Tax Deductions

  • Studio rent, exhibition fees
  • Travel to gigs or shows
  • Uniforms, costumes, stage wear
  • Streaming software or recording tools
  • Marketing, domain names, website hosting
Fixed fee

£149 + VAT – Sole Trader & Landlord Return

Covers your artist / musician self-employed income and your Self Assessment (SA100 + SA103S/F), including:

  • Review of income from gigs, royalties and gallery sales
  • Checking all allowable studio and creative expenses
  • Preparation and online submission of your tax return to HMRC
  • Year-round email support for tax questions
Start Your Filing for £149 + VAT
FAQs

Q: I receive art grants – is this taxable?

A: Most are taxable unless specifically exempt; we can advise based on source.

Q: Can I claim my home studio?

A: Yes – either a simplified home use rate or portion of bills if exclusively used.

Q: Are performance clothes deductible?

A: Yes – if not suitable for everyday use and solely used for performances.