Every resource you find on "Making Money as an Artist" advises that you secure a contract before doing any commission work. Artist agreements outline the terms and conditions of the artistic partnership and allow each party to understand what they are responsible for in the endeavor.The Individual Artist Agreement is a contract entered into between the Artist and the AGMA signatory company for which they are working. An artist manageent agreement is the contract between the artist and the person or company they choose to manage their career. How do I fill this out? Use a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) to protect trade secrets or sensitive information from being revealed. Download an NDA template here.