Normally the U.S. does not allow for taxable services. Thats what i got hit with this year as well. But if you give the artwork on a cd or dvd then yes you should be able to tax part of the total. Exactly how much? im not sure i would ask an accountant. but 8 grand thats a biggie sorry to hear that. you should be able to write off a lot of expenses if your doing freelance work as well, from the car you drive to the clothes you wear and the hair cut you got.