09/16/2026
We’re collaborating with The Al & Malka Green Artists’ Health Centre for their upcoming virtual legal Q & A session.
Who’s Liable? Legal Essentials for Artists Hosting Public Events
Sept 24 27 | 12 – 1 PM EDT | Online | Link in bio
Hosting a workshop, open studio, or outdoor art event can be a great way to build an audience. But it’s also an easy way to expose yourself to legal risk you may not have considered. When a guest trips on a cord, a participant burns their hand on a kiln, or a gust of wind sends your display flying, who’s liable?
This session will break down liability risks artists face when inviting the public into their studios, booths, and outdoor spaces, and will outline the practical steps artists can take before anyone walks through the door. What do general liability and event insurance actually cover? When does a waiver hold up and when is it just paper? What should artists look for in venue contracts? What precautions can artists take to reduce risk? Join us to find out, and to help prevent a claim from ever starting.
Bring your questions for the Q&A period. ⁉️
In partnership with Artists’ Legal Advice Services (ALAS), The Artists’ Health Centre is pleased to host this Q&A session for artists of all disciplines to ask legal questions about hosting public events.
About the Speaker:
Lewis Waring is an experienced litigator with a passion for culture. Lewis takes a practical approach shaped by his work on construction and banking matters, and has a growing interest in entertainment law and legal issues affecting artists.
