Pushing your artwork on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can be a daunting task. It takes a whole lot of time, commitment, studying and networking until you get to see your Facebook Art Page pay off. Similarly, on Twitter, you will have to have established a good base of followers until your artwork will get noticed. This can be pretty frustrating for an artist who would much rather spend their time creating, rather than trying to determine the best hours to post on Facebook or Twitter.
Spare yourself time, energy and possibly money, by finding a platform that specializes in art and art only. By exhibiting your artwork on a platform that targets only artists and those looking to purchase unique paintings, drawings, mixed media collages etc., you will attract the audience you want without having to spend too much time figuring out ways to gain more exposure.
Here are some of the best online art galleries you should check out if you’re looking to exhibit or buy artwork!
ArtSlant
Founded by Georgia Fee in 2007, ArtSlant is a platform that merges art, media and community. ArtSlant has a strong focus on providing a social perspective on art and invites artists to contribute pieces that open up social, racial, economic and political issues for discussion. The website is home to more than 200, 000 profiles of artists and art professionals, and also includes artist interviews and highly interesting write ups. ArtSlant hosts the biannual Georgia Fee Artist & Writer Residency, as well as the annual ArtSlant Prize which is open to all members of the community.
The Talent Bank
Aimed at amateur artists wanting to upload their work and even add videos of what inspired these pieces. Not only can you exhibit your drawings, paintings and photography here; you can also upload your music, films, poetry and animation projects too!
Create your own gallery on The Talent Bank and your work will be rated by the ever-growing community of artists, musicians and writers. This system allows people who are looking to purchase particular artwork, or those looking to collaborate with an artist, to get a clearer idea of the artists’ capacities and following. The team sends out promotional material to agents, promoters and publishers on a regular basis ensuring plenty of exposure and opportunities for our community of creative folk.
Etsy
Etsy.com was first founded in 2005 and has established itself as one of the most popular communities for creative entrepreneurs on a global scale. Setting up an Etsy shop is extremely simple and costs as little as $ 0.20. Whether you’re the proud owner of your own fashion line, a sculptor or a painter: Etsy welcomes all art forms and attracts people from all over the world who are looking for that special birthday gift or the right painting to adorn their living room wall.
ArtSpace
If you want to exhibit your artwork on the very same platform as renowned artists like Damien Hirst, Barbara Kruger and Jean-Michel Basquiat, then ArtSpace is the place for you. ArtSpace have made it their mission to offer art lovers an easy way to purchase art directly from galleries, cultural institutions and artists world-wide. The page comes equipped with its very own design store where you can find an exciting selection of hand-made and custom designed skateboards and surfboards, jewelry, artist books and even small furniture.
Artspan
For more than fifteen years, Artspan has offered a home for artists, photographers, designers and artisans to exhibit their work and market their pieces. Artspan allows you to build your own artist website within their online community, where connoisseurs and potential buyers can follow your work. A 10% commission applies ONLY if the buyer finds your work through Artspan and not your site within the community. The different art genres and mediums are extremely varied; here you can find beautiful metal art designs by Kim Heath, stunning, handcrafted glass solar lights by Sunlit Creations and unique jewellery by Sally Shore Bijoux or Michelle McKibbin-Kable.
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