How to Sell Art Online and Make Money From Home

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Etsy

Most of us know the power of Etsy. Since its launch, Etsy has helped many artists and creatives go full-time with their art business. Yes, there are listing fees and a lot of competition, but there is also a massive, engaged audience on their platform. If you haven’t considered selling your art on Etsy, you should check them out.

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Artfinder

Artfinder is an online marketplace for independent artists to sell their original art—be it painting, photography, sculpture, illustrations, and more! This platform is marketed toward high-end art collectors. On the plus side, buyers are often more willing to pay a premium price for quality work. However, it also means Artfinder’s qualifications for sellers are a little more exclusive. You must apply to be a seller on Artfinder, and your application will be reviewed for quality and originality. Ideally, you will be self-represented and produce primarily limited-edition work, though it seems like there is some room for agent and gallery-represented artists.

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Big Cartel

Big Cartel has pricing ranging from free to $29.99 per month. The cool thing is that it’s a flat fee, and they don’t take a percentage of your sales. This one is definitely worth checking out if you’re looking to make money from your art.

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Storenvy

Storeenvy is all about discovering and connecting amazing brands, people, and products. And the best part is that you can sell your art for free using their platform. It’s pretty simple to set up. My middle daughter started her craft website when she was only 12 years old!

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ArtPal

You can sell your art for no upfront cost on ArtPal and keep 95% of the profits (when selling your artwork. Different terms apply for their on-demand service).

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ArtMajeur

Artmajeur is an online marketplace based out of Paris, France, but it sells artwork worldwide. You can list paintings, sculptures, photography, drawings, multimedia, and more! Their payment plans include a free Basic Account, which takes a 20% commission, or a $5 per month Platinum Account, which takes a 15% commission.

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Zatista is one of the more popular platforms for selling original fine art. It’s been featured in many big-name publications like The New York Times, Apartment Therapy, and Architectural Digest. This makes it great for both sales and exposure, but it is also more exclusive in the artists it accepts—its current acceptance rate is only 5%. You must apply, and your artwork will be reviewed for quality, marketability, and the balance it brings to the site’s overall collection. It is free to join and list on the site, but Zatista takes a hefty 45% commission.

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Fine Art America

On Fine Art America, you can sell wall art, home decor, lifestyle products like tote bags, phone cases, greeting cards, apparel, and more! With their platform, you can sell through their website, mobile app, their retail stores, Shopify, and more! Most of their selling and marketing features are free, but they also have a premium membership for $30 a year. With this platform, they’ll set the price for your artwork, and then you can adjust the price higher, which would be your profit. You can learn more on this page.

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Society6

Society6 is another print-on-demand site where artists can sell their designs for money! With Society6, you can sell your artwork on wall art prints on canvas, home decor, mugs, bags, phone cases, and so much more. Artists earn 10% of every sale, and payments are distributed via PayPal.

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Teemill

If you want to sell your designs on t-shirts, hoodies, and tote bags, check out the sustainably friendly, print-on-demand company, Teemill. With Teemill, you can start your own clothing brand quickly, easily, and for free! Just sign up for an account, upload your designs, pick your products, and start selling online. Teemill takes care of all the printing and shipping of items, and you can upload your original artwork or use elements from their online design library.

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Saatchi Art

On Saatchi Art, you can sell paintings, photography, drawings, sculptures, prints, and NFTs. To start selling, create an account, photograph your art, upload your images, and wait for the sales to roll in. Once a purchase is made, you’ll need to arrange the shipping of your artwork to the buyer. Once your artwork makes it safely into the hands of the purchaser, you’ll be paid within seven days via check, wire transfer, or PayPal. Saatchi Art takes a 35% commission on the final sales price.

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Instagram

My daughter sells art directly to her followers on Instagram. All that’s needed is a way to collect payments, such as PayPal or Stripe. She posts pictures of already completed digital art, and people message her when they want to buy. You can also apply for Instagram Shopping, where customers can shop directly from your images.

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Facebook

Groups are still popular on Facebook, and as an artist, you can create a community of art lovers that you can get your newest creations in front of any time. Again, a payment processor is all you need here. You can also sell on the Facebook Marketplace, which is usually local sales. You can meet up in person and accept cash or checks. Lastly, if you already have a Facebook Business Page, setting up a shop that allows you to sell directly on Facebook is a breeze.

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TikTok

I don’t know about you, but I love watching artists create their artwork on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. I find it very relaxing to watch how these beautiful creations are made. Starting a video channel for your art is an excellent way to reach new buyers, and it’s totally free!

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YouTube

I don’t know about you, but I love watching artists create their artwork on platforms like TikTok and YouTube. I find it very relaxing to watch how these beautiful creations are made. Starting a video channel for your art is an excellent way to reach new buyers, and it’s totally free!

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Patreon

Artists can make money from their art on Patreon through a subscription-based model. Fans pay for exclusive experiences and behind-the-scenes content. Create art on your terms and keep 90% of the profits. Patreon keeps 5%, and transaction fees are around 5% as well. There are a variety of ways you can earn on this platform. I would recommend visiting their site and looking at the examples of how people are making money with Patreon.

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Shopify

On Fine Art America, you can sell wall art, home decor, lifestyle products like tote bags, phone cases, greeting cards, apparel, and more! With their platform, you can sell through their website, mobile app, their retail stores, Shopify, and more! Most of their selling and marketing features are free, but they also have a premium membership for $30 a year. With this platform, they’ll set the price for your artwork, and then you can adjust the price higher, which would be your profit. You can learn more on this page.

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