It is said that money cannot buy you happiness, but who really cares when you can buy all the art and souvenirs you need to feel content? Whether you are a professional artist or a hobbyist, if you love creating art and can perform simple tasks, there are hundreds of ways you can use your talent to make a fortune online.
Thanks to the rise of online marketplaces like Etsy and Artfire, it is now possible to put your art on display for the world to see and to earn money off the back of your craft.
The Many Ways To Make Money Art-Selling
Whether you are a professional artist wanting to make a living or a hobbyist looking to put some extra earnings in your pocket, you can now earn money off the back of your craft. Here are some of the ways you can make money art selling.
Online Marketplaces
Thanks to the rise of online marketplaces like Etsy and Artfire, it is now possible to put your art on display for the world to see and to earn money off the back of your craft. Etsy is the world’s biggest online marketplace, currently valued at around $16 billion. It connects buyers with sellers, offering a safe and secure environment in which to sell your art and craft. You can start a shop on Etsy selling whatever you want, with the option to either set your own prices or allow the platform to set them for you. According to Etsy, the average earner on the platform makes around £500 ($725) a month. If you have a creative, handmade product, Etsy is certainly the place to be. However, keep in mind, not all handmade products are created equal. Some items may turn out to be worthless, so it is always best to be careful before you buy.
Similar to Etsy, Artfire is also a place for artists to sell their work and connect with potential buyers. It is also a hub for art enthusiasts looking to buy one-of-a-kind pieces from emerging and established artists. Launched in 2010, Artfire currently has more than 500,000 monthly active users and around 2.5 million registered users. Similar to Etsy, Artfire allows users to browse items by category or search for specific items using keywords. Additionally, users are able to leave feedback on the items they have purchased, which in turn allows the artists to learn more about their customer base and improve their product based on these comments.
E-commerce Websites
If you are the creative type looking to make a quick buck, you can always set up an e-commerce store. Thanks to platforms like Shopify, Big Cartel, and Volcanoes, it is now possible to set up a store in just a few clicks. Once you have a store up and running, you can start selling your artwork and crafts to virtual shoppers around the world. Volcanoes, in particular, allows you to set up a fully stocked shop in under ten minutes. You will need to choose a product (i.e. artwork, pillowcases, mug, etc.) and set the price for each item individually. When you are done setting up your shop, customers can either browse your products by category or search for what they are looking for using the keywords.
The best part about setting up an e-commerce store is that you don’t need to worry about shipping fees or returns. Customers can order what they want and when they want it at the click of a button.
Stock Photography
If you are the creative type looking to make a quick buck, you can always become a stock photographer. All you need is a good camera, fast computer, and some talent for taking pictures. If you can string a few decent photos together, you can make a living off taking pictures of people, nature, events, or animals and turning them into artwork for websites and social media.
However, keep in mind that just because you can make money off of photography, it doesn’t mean that you will. You will need to get signed up with a stock agency and then get access to a portfolio of work before you can start making any money. Additionally, the amount of work you put in is directly proportional to the amount of money you can make. If you are looking to make some extra cash, stock photography may not be the best option for you.
Commission-Based Sales
It’s said that money can’t buy you happiness, but who really cares when you can buy all the art and souvenirs you need to feel content? Whether you are a professional artist or a hobbyist, if you love creating art and can perform simple tasks, there are hundreds of ways you can use your talent to make a fortune online.
Thanks to the rise of online marketplaces like Etsy and Artfire, it is now possible to put your art on display for the world to see and to earn money off the back of your craft. It is also now possible to sell your artwork and crafts to potential buyers via marketplaces like Etsy and Artfire. If you have a creative, handmade product, Etsy is certainly the place to be, but be careful and don’t expect all vendors to be good.