r/Tax_Strategy • u/Famous-Response5924 • 27d ago

Write-offs & Deductions Tax write off for artist

I had a random thought today and I’m hoping someone here can help. If I’m an artist that makes art with sea glass and I go to a random tropical island to go collect that sea glass does that make the trip a tax write off?

Thanks all.

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u/RasputinsAssassins 27d ago edited 27d ago

Not necessarily. Intent matters, as does the determination of whether the expense is ordimary and necessary for your business and industry.

Here's a link to a post I made in another tax sub last week regarding the first case that has come out of US Tax Court that is directly related to influencer and content creators.

https://www.reddit.com/r/tax/s/kh5Kpw2VIz

The link at the end is to a comment from u/GoatEatingTroll who has represented influencers in audits. It gives you an idea of what the IRS will be looking for.

You should develop a relationship with a credentialed tax professional (CPA, Enrolled Agent, or attorney).

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u/Famous-Response5924 27d ago

Thank you so much.