ETSY SELLING PROS & CONS Selling Art | Katie Jobling Art

[@audreywaters1081]

You’re like the child of Luna Lovegood and Aurora Aksnes.♡♥︎♡

[@lakenpottery8355]

I love etsy and I think another pro is that people trust Etsy and it can be difficult to sometimes sell without that that trust that etsy has with its customers, great video!

[@mahoganinav3158]

Awesome point!!!!

[@aliciavalcarce8633]

I had an Etsy store for 5 years. I sold nothing for the first 4yrs. About 2 years ago someone bought some of my bracelets in bulk; I thought she was buying them for gifts. I soon found out that the buyer was adding a charm to the bracelets and selling them on her website for 5x more than she paid me; and to make it worse, she was advertising on FB that they were "exclusively handmade" by her. Etsy didn't help at all. I closed my shop and now I can't open it again with the same name. The problem is that sellers can no longer rate customers. I fulfilled every order that buyer wanted and got no support from her. I would not sell on that site again.

[@afromatrix]

Hi Alicia, forgive me I am struggling to understand. The buyer made you sales after 4years and was a repeat customer. Although the buyer made a sales pitch stating handmade by them, on technicality they added a charm so they have a percentage of that shared right with mentioning specifics of making the final complete product. More importantly they paid you. Give yourself credit you must of had a great product something like that should not put you off.

[@melaniebrewster4586]

Alicia Valcarce that’s horrifying I’m so sorry that happened to you

[@OzyIllustrates]

@@afromatrix So, you think it’s ok for someone to buy something someone else made, add an insignificant item to it, and claim the entire item was made 100% by them and NOT the original person and collect more money than the original creator? You were dropped on your head as a child then beaten several hundred times with a stupid stick.

[@escaperoom6451]

Do you know the lady website I want to know what she sells

[@jakesabean]

Why do you care what people do with them after they buy them? Sounds like it was your only sale you should be grateful lol

[@kimolyslager]

This is so helpful! Even though I barely sell on Etsy, I still loved this video! I find your video's so relaxing, especially the talking ones. :)

[@KatieJobling]

Aww thank you Kim! You too, your voice is so angelic 💗

[@bclover761]

This video was very useful! I have just opened an etsy shop today and I'm planning on selling arts and crafts. It's called BetzeebyBette if anyone is interested. 😁

[@greyareaRK1]

It sounds like you have a head for business, even if you don't like it.

[@ChannelX24]

Damn, those paintings are pretty dope.

[@ozoneenterprise6735]

Isn't she that girl from Harry Potter that everyone think is wierd

[@Irwin542]

Thank you! Really appreciate the advice and your approach to selling your art. Love your painting by the way.

[@MichElle-sd6gj]

Oh my gosh! Karie you are too innocent for this age. Thank you for your vid which is so helpful.

[@emanpaints3508]

Her voice is SOO Adorable!!! XD

[@KatieJobling]

Aww yay! Thanks 😃

[@emanpaints3508]

You're welcome! Hehehe :3

[@vincidesign]

And her mouth and her face n her eyes and....

[@TheBibliophagist]

@@vincidesign Way to take it from sweet, to creep. 🙄

[@tishamanda36]

@@vincidesign what a creep

[@srednaart]

I like having an etsy shop. I started it a few months ago and have made sales from my jewelry, artwork, and sewing projects. There's a lot of freedom to make whatever products you like, people can find my products and trust the site, and their fees are around 15% off the list price. So they are on the lower end for shop fees but you do have to do everything yourself. I also have instagram, twitter, and Pinterest where I post shop listings to get more exposure.

[@AddToCartEtsySuccess]

Very useful points. Thanks for sharing Katie!

[@SuziSpooks]

Great advice, I have just started my own Etsy Shop selling my art and products featuring my art. I have subbed, gonna binge watch your videos. 🦊

[@mandododo2]

I do love etsy, all said in this video is true and super useful. One main "con" I think that etsy has is that people must be registered to actually buy something. And there's so many people that doesn't have an etsy account and can't be bothered to register. And about the fee, I don't think is a "con" because is not high at all, having a website and using my own bank to process the credit cards also costs me a fee per every sell ( 3% or so). Others like Stripe aswell same 3% or so, and eBay which is 8% fee. Thanks for this video!!!!

[@Nianiani]

Hi Katie! I'm thinking of opening an etsy shop.. but I'm thinking of doing originally painted watercolor clipart, but I also want to sell acrylic paintings on canvas. Do you think it's better to open separate stores?

[@jaydeanita]

Nianiani Running two stores will be a lot to handle and might get messy. I recommend just making an art store. You could start with one type of art and see what you think or just mix them together! 😊

[@dollladie]

I've been selling my art on Etsy for 4 years now. I've had some good luck selling - both high and low end. Also, I've gotten a few commissions from them. Recently, I started using their Pattern site, and have had a few sales there also. I like it, but it is very saturated. As you say, there's a LOT of work involved.

[@ArtsyMegz_On_Etsy]

That is great to know! Been seriously considering it to sell my artwork. Mainly because today's working conditions (of having so little staff on) is really burning me out, and I feel like I can't go on much longer when feeling exhausted (even on my days off). Today, if you work in the food industry or retail, you nearly have to do the work of 2 people. Even if they would put a second person on for 4 hours, it would relieve me from being on panic mode as I struggle to get my list of tasks done on time. Fingers crossed that this will work 🙏.

[@jamesmcdaniel6779]

Thank you for making this video :) very helpful

[@lindag9644]

Katie, thank you for this helpful video! I've been wanting to sell on Etsy for a while and you've answered many questions. What is your advice on shipping artwork (packaging and shipping costs)? Especially larger pieces. I've found it can be very pricey to ship. How can one keep the cost reasonable on the shipping. Do you offer a video that addresses this topic?

[@rossheaton7383]

This video was incredibly helpful so thank you. Very sweet lady!

[@ManinderDandiwal]

Whose watching it in 2021 🥰🤭❤🥺😍

[@lizvelez2510]

your recent dark landscapes are amazing! I'm definitely picking up a print

[@IsusE]

Love your peaceful and positive personality !! Thank you for sharing XX

[@feralproud472]

Hi lovely! I find you so encouraging. Do you mind me asking what model camera you use to photograph your art? I'm really struggling to find a great camera i can rely on :(

[@gurugranny]

I have each of my paintings professionally photographed and pay between 20 and 40 dollars Canadian. I feel it is worth the money and if something like my house burned down with all my paintings, at least I would have the copies to make.

[@emiliabachelier5781]

Thank you so much Katie, I really appreciate your advice. It was actually your video on painting with oils that pushed me to expand myself as an artist. With regards to mediums, I only knew acrylics, watercolors, oil pastels, and well, any crayola product out there haha. But it was your video that intrigued me so much, the versatility of oils and the blending time that it allows me, actually was the kick in the butt that I needed. I started making a lot more artwork like I used to, like I always have my whole life, and I came to a realization. I didn't want to be stuck at a 9-5 job where I was so unhappy and so tired from the difficult labor. My 27-year old body was starting to feel like a 97-year old. I couldn't get out of bed on my days off (only 2 days off, worked 50hrs/week at Amazon). I started to develop knee problems that have persisted & its been 3 months since I left my job. Anyway, I apologize for the long video, but I wanted to thank you & credit you for inspiring me. I started to call myself an "Artist" to the public, and on social media. I've only made a few commissions so far, however I'm working on my technique & spending a bit of time to educate myself before I immerse myself completely and just go completely & all in. Your videos are great, the information is priceless, so priceless that you should be selling it!!! :)

[@leonedantonio]

Katie, thank you for this video and the encouragement to sell online on etsy. I appreciate all of your videos. Keep up the great work :)

[@xriss1335]

I have never sold any of my paintings 😔 same with society6

[@ByBeckDesigns]

great video!! im still working on my etsy shop ugh I think im just afraid :P

[@cassiedeschamps]

Me too! Its so overwhelming 😭😭

[@joannburnett8248]

Don't you have to have advertising on your Etsy page? If so, how do you find these Companies?

[@dollladie]

I sell my art on Etsy, and it's not too bad. The fees have gone up, and it does hurt a bit. However, it's a very CONVENIENT platform (for me) to sell my work.

[@tnicholas3030]

Thanks for the info on etsy. Can you tell me the info on that easel you have.

[@jaycruzie]

Oh man! This video was super helpful! I'm getting ready to open my first shop selling my fine art photography and waiting to get all my proper materials so I can provide quality to my costumers.

[@amanqureshy5188]

Thank you for this vid - gave me a bit more direction. Can you open an Etsy store without a website? And get my artwork to be printed and fulfilled by a POD company?

[@prantoawrongajeb608]

I am new on etsy. I have some painting to sell. But I'm facing difficulty to set payment option. After add listing it says "your county is not eligible" (I am from Bangladesh but I saw there have many Bangladeshi sallers) Could please help me out.

[@marysmith1757]

How do people afford to sell a painted canvas for $30 that's 80cm x 80cm with free delivery when I can't buy a empty canvas for that size and money?

[@6811hyperblossom]

Mary Smith its because if you buy stretched canvas in a large bulk and then buy the small wooden pieces, you can make your own canvas and get your money back for the stretched canvas after 4-5 sold paintings and still have enough to make like 10 more (mind you, this was a very rough estimation since ive never used the full roll you can buy yet, only small rolls) :)

[@mariaangelicasantos6590]

am I the only one who notices that she actually looks like Luna Lovegood of Harry Potter???????? :3

[@ep8029]

Much prettier, though.

[@lesliebrown9680]

hi Katie! this was a great response to all the discussions over the changes Etsy has made & the following controversy! you presented it in a more fair way by talking about both sides - the pros & cons! great info to hear from someone experienced with Etsy!! 😊👏❤️

[@hollycoon1933]

The etsy app on my phone doesnt even give me an option to post items I want to sell, and it doesnt let me customize my profile. I'll try later on my computer but it's just not convenient :/

[@cristinamihalachi6911]

Hello Katie, thank you for your video. I wanted to ask you how do you charge VAT on your artwork? Within the UK, EU and outside. Do you apply reverse VAT, do you have two prices ? Custom fees ? Is there a tool /website that can deal with it? Are you VAT registered as self-employed or business? Thank you! Cristina

[@viktro546]

i have recently been starting to open my Etsy store and i find this information quite useful! Thanks a lot!

[@mitulk9]

How can i sell on etsy???...i am from India ❤️

[@levicrossdechantel]

You remind me so much of Luna Lovegood. Even the pitch of your voice lol

[@HeatherLeBas]

I love your channel Katie! You always give the best advice.

[@KatieJobling]

Aww thanks Heather!

[@MrChrissA]

This was incredibly helpful. Thank you so much!

[@carolinemanuel5996]

Great video! Wow you look so much like Luna Lovegood

[@TimPiggott]

really practical and informative. Thank you so much. PS. Please leave text on screen a wee bit longer . . . I'm a slow reader! 😉

[@carrolmumford4763]

Thank you so much for this information. I have subscribed to your channel.

[@TheStanman99]

Just about to start selling my art on Etsy, really good advice thanks🇬🇧

[@claraoliva8148]

This video was so helpful it answered a lot of questions i had about selling by art on Esty. thank you for making this video.

[@nikashell5056]

Мне жаль,что мой магазин закрыли из за санкций.Этси люблю и очень надеюсь,что когда нибудь смогу продавать там свои картины!)

[@georgia1986]

whats a similar website thats better?

[@AlinaHuynhArt]

very helpful information :) Thank you :)

[@agneses279]

she looks like Luna Lovegood

[@shellyknutson]

Thank you for sharing!!! I really appreciate your time away from your art to help others learn!!!

[@emmablake6310]

Thank you so much for this information, much appreciated!!

[@rushroberts6313]

Her artwork is really good...and she's really 😍

[@LuliLulu]

Hi Katie! I love your make up and I love that stormy sea paintings behind you :3

[@victorialavenderasmr]

I’ve tried Etsy for about 6-9 & made $0 money. So I just shut it down. I’m trying to get my art noticed as well as selling it but it’s been hard.

[@davidbourne8267]

Your art will get 0 views...waste of time guys.

[@RaymondOreFineArt]

Very useful info, thanks

[@abbyscreativescape]

Thank you for this! I just opened my Etsy shop! I wanted to experiment with drop shipping along with my Print on Deamnd shops.

[@loridimicelli2736]

Hi Abby. Would you mind sharing what print shop you use for drop shipping.?

[@susanlawens3776]

It's true what you said. People only have so much space on their walls, and only so many walls, so they might keep popping in to look at it for a year. And maybe they can't part with anything, and so their waiting until they move into a bigger place. Or maybe they're waiting until they have a little extra cash. Now that would be a job, someone who buys art to decorate places, like people's homes, and restaurants. Yes, that's called an interior decorator, but you could be the person who supplies the interior decorator with paintings, I would love that.

[@rebeccapiche4188]

LOVE the painting behind you, and the new way you have been doing your hair.

[@edorm3120]

What brand of canvas do you use? Thanks

[@edorm3120]

What brand of canvas do you use ? Thanks

[@youtuub]

i don't understand why paintings are so cheap on etsy, original works too, plus free shipping, how can they re-coup all the costs? material etc

[@mariaarduini4650]

Im planning to start my own business (nothing big more like making stuff,which i injoy, and selling to earn a little something)idk how to start i have been told to start on etsy but im unsure(especially and fees they have). Any advice plz?

[@sitarayelding3652]

what brand of easel you use

[@miasdiys3903]

how do you make art prints

[@CRafaelPerezM]

I personally know artists that are now with a pro galleria and making big money after some years working hard on Etsy. I have my store for some years but recently i started working really serious on it and i got 22 sales in this year and some items that can be true expensive. I have vintage stores (2 ) and i am using all i learnt there in my art store. I am really full of hope about my etsy store for arts! www.etsy.com/shop/SoulsColor

[@Thebearclaire]

This is still such a helpful video! Thank you.✨ I hope to create my Etsy shop soon. Is your code for 40 FREE Listings still active? 💕

[@OCEANCORA]

I love that ocean painting to your right!! It is exquisite!

[@lylytyria1359]

I love your hair! So beautiful

[@devika2527]

I was thinking the same thing. Lovely!

[@anushka.jadhav]

You reminded me of Luna Lovegood

[@ArtistRebeccaLS]

Hi 😊 I'm having huge problems trying to understand the fees including shipping fees of 5%+ VAT which in France is 20% so when I add all the fees together, it's for me €15, 30. However I then will be shipping using recorded delivery which in France is €12,90 + VAT of 20% all together including fees = €30,20 which is s huge amount off my product price if I'm to offer free shipping which is recommended by etsy and preferred by me too. Have I calculated everything wrong do you think? I appreciate all - or any help 😊😊

[@zahrashamji1889]

ArtistRebeccaLS ___________________________ I think you should include fees in the price of your product if your going to offer free shipping.

[@tinkertulip3553]

I am almost ready getting crocheted scarfs and headbands with fabric flowers ready. But I'm also thinking about selling paintings if i get enough sales and feel confident enough. I don't plan on selling a specific group but whatever I feel like. I may even sell decorative pillow cases but I've never done that. I haven't found any videos "saying" to only sell one group of items. But I also plan on advertising myself on KZbin although right now I'm only doing gaming.

[@barbarapearson5567]

A very helpful video. I am a painter as well and trying to find the best online platform. What would you recommend?

[@polishedup6905]

this is really helpful thank you for your help x

[@nataliepitcher2612]

How many pieces of artwork should you have before you open your etsy shop

[@willdixon9525]

Great ETSY info. Nice show. Watched and Thanks for sharing your wonderful videos

[@hailieashlynn]

thanks for the info! you are such an inspiring artist! 😊

[@ashleythompson2089]

Thank you so much for making this video. I want to make an etsy shop but have always shyed away from. So this helped me a lot. Thank you! :)

[@kirstenmcintoshart306]

Hi there - love your tutorials. I use to be on Etsy and it was pretty good however I found that I ended up paying etsy a lot of money - do you find that their fees have increased considerably ? Cheers Kirsten

[@Tenchhunter]

Very interesting to hear someone elses perspective on selling art on Etsy.

[@squashtofu]

HI Katie awesome Vid! Just wondering if you had to get a seller permit for setting up a Etsy shop? :)

[@anasimpson7045]

I enjoy your work tremendously! thank you for sharing your expertise! I am in the process of opening an Etsy shop. you can imagine how helpful this segment has been! can you share what other art platforms you use or recommend? keep up the great work you do!

[@mariakapatos9545]

Just came across your most helpful video as I am thinking of also putting my artwork on line in the near future just need to get some pieces finished, thank you so much for your sound advise and your lovely manner of explaining things. Wishing you a happy day xx

[@ANGELAALECARTS]

What sate would you recommend to sale art?

[@sarojbuch5337]

Hi Katie, thanks for this helpful video, I currently use Artfinder to sell my artwork, however if I wanted to set up an Etsy shop is it ok to continue with Artfinder as well and run two online shops? Would you also be able to make a video about your experiences so far with sending out your Artwork to your customers and has it been an easy smooth process shipping your work abroad.

[@bellebreeze]

this might sound elementary but what is a print? how do we make those?

[@KatieJobling]

A print is a hi-res reproduction of a painting. It is usually printed with special long-lasting ink and thick paper. I don't print my own, I get them made professionally.

[@bellebreeze]

Katie Jobling thank you. 🙋

[@maritzalara8162]

Thanks for making this video. It has offered me some kind of clarity when it comes to Etsy. My biggest thing, which I find highly inconvenient is trying to figure out Shipping esp. when its international. Ive lost alot of offportunities simply bc I'm iffy about selling outside the U.S. bc of Shipping costs. And I know that international buyers are alot more willing to spend money on art than American ones.

[@redkamatis2346]

ma'am, I am from the Philippines I have 6 old paintings that I acquired from my father please help me to sell

[@judithparsons1920]

Thank you for the pros and cons! Awesome advice!!

[@jamieslate64]

good points, I know a few that do quite well on ETSY

[@melaniebrewster4586]

I’m so frustrated I get between 80-170 views/visits a day and no sales. I tried ads on Etsy and Facebook and they were draining my budget with not a single resulting sale.

[@melaniebrewster4586]

My prices are as cheap as possible I make at most 5$ per print so most the money I get is going to the product and or the shipping supplies. I just want to get my art out there

[@classicartfoundation639]

Etsy sucks

[@manjamccade]

Thank you for this great advise :-)

[@abdullahnasir4874]

Your such a cute floating feather in this beautiful world

[@Antank8]

what about digital art? Can I still sell digital art the same way people sell canvases??

[@pjmsar2763]

you’d have to print it.

[@gilmac9950]

Big question?? Might be dumb, new to this and trying to open an Etsy. A lot of my work is on mixed media paper, I’m just wondering can I sell them like that, or is there a way to enforce them or better idea?

[@tdy7896]

Do you mean reinforce the paper that your artwork is created on? Is your main concern about the artwork getting damaged while being shipped to customers? You could... -create the images on thicker, more durable paper/material. -ship your artwork with mats and acid-free cardboard backing to prevent bending and give a more finished look (be sure to cut these to a common frame size or you could offer a selection of frames. Easier if your work has set dimensions so pieces, mats, and frames can be swapped to create sets). - sell prints of your artwork instead of or in addition to the originals. If a print is damaged in the mail, you can easily replace it. - create your images directly onto, or have originals printed onto stretched canvases or canvas panels.