We now have more choices than ever when it comes to places to sell art online.
Talk about overwhelm!
So I decided to curate a list of some of the top places online where you can start selling your art. This list will be updated periodically as I discover new sites.
I’ve decided to block them into 3 main categories:
- Marketplaces
- Website Platforms
- Print-on-Demand Services
Marketplaces
Marketplaces are those sites that allow you to have your own “gallery” on their site, where buyers can see your artwork and purchase. Typically there are fees involved and they often take a cut of the sale for their services.
Website Platforms
Website Platforms are platforms that allow you to build your own website. These are great options for artists who are ready to take that next step towards being a professional, profiting artist. These do come at a steeper price, but allow tons of flexibility and functionality.
Print-on-Demand Services
Print-on-Demand (POD) Services are sites that allow you to create an account, upload your artwork and have it printed on a huge variety of objects, all while never setting a finger on an actual printer. These are super low-effort ways to get your products out in the world, but you do have to bring in your own traffic for the most part.
I do not have experience with all of these sites. In fact, I only have experience with very few. I currently use Squarespace for my personal website, and have used Etsy, Deviantart, Redbubble, Society6 and FineArtAmerica in the past.
I have sorted these alphabetically to remove any bias that I have against or for any particular site, so make sure you read down to the bottom to see everything.
Good to go? Good. Let’s roll!
Marketplaces
Marketplaces are those sites that allow you to have your own “gallery” on their site, where buyers can see your artwork and purchase. Typically there are fees involved and they often take a cut of the sale for their services.
Amazon
Who would have known that there is a special part of Amazon just for art! Artists & art have to go through an approval process, and there is a large list of artwork types that are not accepted.
Link to Amazon Art
Artfinder
Artfinder is a curated online art marketplace that requires you to apply, but can be a great option as they have a variety of plans. It’s worth noting that original art can be sold with Artfinder only.
Link to Artfinder
ArtFire
Artfire is an online creative marketplace that allows users to sell a variety of handmade goods – from jewelry to paintings. It values a strong user community, and is one of the few sites that doesn’t require customers to create an account so it is easier for them to make a purchase. An inexpensive option to start with, there are a variety of plans based on the volume of sales you’ll be making.
Link to ArtFire
Artnet
Artnet is similar to Artsy in the way they partner with galleries and auction houses rather than individual artists. Well-known amongst collectors.
Link to Artnet
Artplode
Artplode is like an online gallery that houses a collection of artists. Unlike traditional in-house galleries that often take up to 50% of the sale profits, Artplode takes no commission. Each painting costs $60 to list, and you get a direct line of communication to the buyer. Great option for higher priced paintings.
Link to Artplode
Artspan
Artspan works with individual artists and has been around for awhile so they have built a rather trustworthy reputation. You can start a free trial to sell your original art and prints, then enter paid plans to scale as needed.
Link to Artspan
Artsy
Artsy is more unique on this list because rather than allowing individual artists to exhibit, it partners with galleries and institutions around the globe. Fantastic resource for serious art collectors.
Link to Artsy
DeviantArt
Deviantart is less of a marketplace and more of an online social community for artists. Specializing in fantasy and contemporary art, so if this suits your art style Deviantart can be a great way to grow your audience.
Link to DeviantArt
eBay
While eBay has a reputation for selling non-art goods around the globe, it’s actually a great option for art as well. You can list artwork for set prices or use the auction feature to drum up some excitement among your fans. Collecting good feedback can also give potential customers the confidence they need to hit “Buy Now”.
Link to eBay
Etsy
Etsy is an awesome way for artists to dip their toes into the art-selling world (I got my start on Etsy!).
Etsy allows you to create your own storefront inexpensively, and set-up is a breeze.
It costs $0.27 to list a product for 4 months. Easy to use for both the artist and the customer.
Link to Etsy
Fine Art America
Fine Art America is primarily a marketplace that also has print-on-demand services. They are known for their higher quality printed products (which comes at a higher price), and have some neat features like Augmented Reality apps that allow customers to digitally insert their dream art into their homes before they buy.
Link to Fine Art America
Minted
Minted focuses on a light & airy feel, which extends to the artwork as well. Artists can submit their artwork to the art and design challenges that are held monthly, and the winners (based on community votes) are then added to their selection of products.
Link to Minted
Pictorem
Pictorem is a marketplace with a heavy print-on-demand presence, as it allows you to create a free gallery account and sell reproductions. And what’s even better is that they take no commission cuts, and it is totally free to create your account & begin selling.
Link to Pictorem
Saatchi Art
Saatchi Art is leading the field for online art galleries, and is known for its excellent user experience (for both artists and customers). Accounts are free to set up, and they take a 30% cut once the art has sold.
Link to Saatchi Art
Singulart
Singulart is a high-end online art market that has a team that seeks out new artists for their collective. You can also apply to get on their radar, applications seem to be looked at every month.
Link to Singulart
UGallery
UGallery is an artist market that has been featured far and wide, and that connects artists with collectors. They hand-select their artists and the work is then exclusive to UGallery, and take a 50% cut of the art sale.
Link to UGallery
Zatista
Zatista is another online marketplace for artists, which connects art collectors with artists from around the world. Acceptance by application only, they put an emphasis on marketing campaigns that get eyes on the art from their collective of artists. They take a 45% cut of the art sale for their services.
Link to Zatista
Website Platforms
Website Platforms are platforms that allow you to build your own website. These are great options for artists who are ready to take that next step towards being a professional, profiting artist. These do come at a steeper price, but allow tons of flexibility and functionality.
ArtStoreFronts
ArtStoreFronts is another powerful solution for artists that want a beautiful website without the fuss. With a focus on high conversion rates and marketing, it contains nearly everything you would ever need to run a thriving online gallery for your artwork. It also has a print-on-demand service built in.
This is a better option for more established artists as it comes with a hefty up-front fee ($500), which comes with recurring fees each month.
Link to ArtStoreFronts
Big Cartel
Looking for a nice clean storefront for your art? Big Cartel is a great option for this, and you can even get started for free with up to five listings and use a variety of free themes. Inexpensive to use once you add more products, and even offers advanced ecommerce functions like Google Analytics.
Link to Big Cartel
FASO (Fine Art Studios Online)
FASO (Fine Art Studios Online) is the answer for artists who want a beautifully designed website made easy. With ecommerce functions built in, it also houses powerful marketing channels that help to promote your art and attract new collectors. You can get started with their intro plan for only $12/month.
Link to FASO (Fine Art Studios Online)
Foliotwist
A super straight-forward, easy way to build a beautiful website for your art. They charge $59 to build the site and then recurring fees of $19/month to host it. So if the thought of creating your own professional art website is making you sweat, this could be a great low-priced option.
Link to Foliotwist
Shopify
Oh Shopify. Total powerhouse, over 1million businesses use Shopify to get their products into the hands of their customers. Highly integrated with many, many other platforms, apps and functions, it’s a great way to make your art buyable. Plans start at $29/month, and there is actually even a Shopify Lite plan for only $9/month.
Link to Shopify
Squarespace
Squarespace is a great options for artists that want to have their own personal website. Great pre-built templates and drag-and-drop elements make creating a beautiful site a breeze. They offer hosting & ecommerce functions as well which make things even easier. Ecommerce plans begin at $18/month.
Link to Squarespace
Storenvy
Storenvy is a neat platform that allows artists & creatives to open up a shop for free. It focuses on getting your content in front of new viewers, but is definitely targeted towards a younger audience.
Link to Storenvy
WordPress.org
WordPress.org is an absolute powerhouse website builder. It allows a lot more flexibility, and with some coding and customization you can have an absolutely knock-out website for your art.
Link to WordPress.org
Print-on-Demand Services
Print-on-Demand (POD) Services are sites that allow you to create an account, upload your artwork and have it printed on a huge variety of objects, all while never setting a finger on an actual printer. These are super low-effort ways to get your products out in the world, but you do have to bring in your own traffic for the most part.
CafePress
Upload your artwork and have it printed on neat items like mugs, aprons, underwear and more (like, a whole lot more). Like most print-on-demand sites, you need to direct your own traffic to the site.
Link to CafePress
Casetify
Casetify is a print-on-demand site that specializes in phone cases – upload your designs and sell.
Link to Casetify
Imagekind
Huge collection of artists and art from around the globe. Upload your art and offer it as prints on a variety of surfaces.
Link to Imagekind
RedBubble
Upload your art to Redbubble and get it printed on neat items like mugs, wall tapestries, shirts and so much more. Redbubble sets the base price for an item (based on the cost to manufacture and print), and then you set the margin that you want to profit.
Link to RedBubble
Society6
Society6 pricing works a bit different than most print-on-demand sites as your commission is largely set in stone. Lots of neat items to have your art printed on!
Link to Society6
Threadless
You actually get a lot of control of your shop and products (unlike most print-on-demand sites). Set your own prices, throw some nice designs around. You’ll have to bring your own traffic to the table though, like most POD sites.
Link to Threadless
Zazzle
Zazzle is known for its stand-out customer service on both the customer and artist side, so setting up and running your shop should be a breeze. Offers a huge range of customizations.
Link to Zazzle
See anything glaringly obvious that I missed? Leave a comment and I will update the list!
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