How to Sell Art on Instagram Without Having a lot of Followers (US)

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Most artists don’t understand how you can make money selling your art on Instagram without followers. Here are 5 steps that will result in sales. Guaranteed! A quick warning sign though, this is not a get rich quick type of thing. It will actually take quit a lot of work in order to get results.
If you like this video and would love to learn more about art business, I would recommend to check out my other videos for emerging artists around various topics including selling art, buying art, art collectors and more. But if you want to go further and really step up your game and start succeeding fast then you can always contact me on Insta or Facebook.
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[@driesketels]

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[@houseofwalker]

I can't stop looking at that hair. it deserves its own channel :-)

[@jackrayyuson800]

lmao!

[@penchu13]

Yes

[@driesketels]

Interesting... I might make a channel where I paint with the hair then...

[@roshaniroy9516]

😂

[@Qwijebo]

He needs his own UFO podcast

[@debraterrill5799]

you need to be a motivational speaker because i feel so inspired

[@louisewaller2886]

I love the way you focus on giving value to customers and connecting with a motive that is not ego-centric. You promote transparent, authentic, relational engagement. Very refreshing!

[@nixv271]

somehow my youtube algo recommended this video WHERE I NEEDED IT THE MOST! thank you so much for creating this video. This literally changed my whole perspective when it comes to selling my art through instagram.

[@driesketels]

You are most welcome and the kindest of kindest. And if you ever have questions or you would like to see something specific explained on the channel. Please let me know. I would love to help you out with some future videos.

[@sherryleggett1612]

Your videos are so much fun to watch. It is great to get ideas from someone who has made all the beginner mistakes already so we don’t have to make them.

[@igornilsen1649]

Wow. You produce such amazing content, it hurts me that ur vids get so little views. I’m sure that will change soon. This is so helpful for new artists. Keep up Dries!

[@driesketels]

Maybe one day Igor! In the mean time I enjoy your comments, thanks.

[@beexv8857]

I'm so happy that I found you. Our craft is very very different, but I find your videos so inspiring and they give me hope that it's worth going, because I love making the art that i do. Thank you so much I love your channel and I really hope the algorithm pushes you to a much wider audience so that more people can appreciate your wisdom and advice

[@driesketels]

Thank you so much! I kind of hope that as well but so far the algorithm is not always my friend I guess. But hey we can still keep on making videos that help as much people out as possible. Speeking of that. If you ever have questions or you would like to see something specific explained on the channel. Please let me know. I would love to help you out with some future videos.

[@cookiemcboingboing2657]

"whatever you focus on expands." CORRECT!

[@lovelybydecay7811]

thank you this makes actual sense, it's a huge relief

[@michaelgavrieli745]

Great video Dries Ketels! You give a lot of value to people and also motivation for those who are just starting to build their brand. Congrats, I just start to follow you and looking forward to more videos. Well done!

[@driesketels]

You're welcome Michael, good luck with your brand.

[@magorzatapasicka7269]

This is so very helpful, thank you for these hints!

[@Space_cadet0007]

I would just like to thank you so much for sharing your vast array of knowledge with us through your videos. I’m a fluid acrylic artist and still learning but the selling and social media side of it totally baffles me and you are definitely helping to unbaffle my brain 😂👍

[@FineArtIsLife]

Love the way you get to the point with solid information from your own experience.

[@driesketels]

Glad you liked it!

[@carolcross_aiexperiement]

Great info … just what I needed. Thanks so very much, and Happy New Year! Carol

[@driesketels]

Happy new year Carol! Better late then never.

[@natrinakhara]

Thank you so much for this video! It was so helpful!! I’m trying to kickstart my career and sell online but it’s been a challenge especially being in Japan! But having someone like you giving out advice and tips for free like this helps me out so very much!! You need more recognition! Excellent content and STRAIGHT TO THE POINT!! Thank you again😄🙏

[@driesketels]

Wow if you are born and raised in Japan your English is just pure fire. Amazing. Congrats... And good luck with your sales.

[@natrinakhara]

@@driesketels Thanks so much! English is my first language so I’m glad! And thank you for your kind words of encouragement! Good luck to your success as well!🙌

[@joannelafrancejolaf]

So glad I found you! I love watching your videos! Thanks for sharing.

[@driesketels]

I'm so glad Joanne! Hope to see you around then.

[@haven0916]

Thank you for the excellent information, Dries. Your input is most valuable. I wish you great continued success.

[@driesketels]

Oh you are way too kind Cher. Thanks a lot.

[@hylerventures6670]

Great info, appreciated

[@TheVamxie]

The first few pointers are good. You are a good man. Have a good holidays

[@driesketels]

What about the last few pointers Selaphiel? Merry Christmas and happy holidays.

[@danielgarlin6746]

I don't think a better explanation exists. Great video, thank you.

[@driesketels]

You are the kindest of kindest. thanks Daniel.

[@karenmaymclelland-lafferty1868]

hi and thanks for running us (painters) through it, I especially appreciate your frankness.

[@driesketels]

Any time Karen!

[@eternalfearless4532]

Great video. Thank you. I'm an Irish artist. Lots of success selling door-to-door for years. Want to start online sales now.

[@driesketels]

If you can sell door to door you can sell anything! You got this.

[@nicholaspapapdakis3386]

Thank you for sharing your insights with such passion and honesty!

[@driesketels]

My pleasure!

[@yousraragnarok5929]

You're amazing thank you i'm gonna start selling my art this summer bc of you❤

[@ccode97]

I am just starting out as an artist and I have no art to sell but i just enjoy watching your videos, keep it up ! And thank you for all the useful information, i hope i will get to make use of it one day

[@driesketels]

You are so welcome! It's always good to understand the business side of it before your start. It's better to be prepared then to be sorry.

[@shinaerazo3876]

You have me hooked Dries… I’m going to try this tips out and get back to this section for feedback

[@driesketels]

Did you try the tips?

[@AwesomeAndrew]

Thanks man for more great information

[@driesketels]

You are more then welcome

[@deannaeixman8842]

This is so valuable! Thanks so much!

[@driesketels]

You're so welcome Deanna!

[@rebeccagaines3631]

Love you channel! Thank you for your helpful info!! I am a brand new artist about to have my first gallery showing and start an art IG. So happy I found you!

[@elektrozil9728]

Yes friend, I agree, whatever you focus on expands. My hairdo is moving towards similar direction. Thank You. Amazing video.

[@driesketels]

You are so welcome! Wild haircuts are the best.

[@driesketels]

"Scrolling back up to smash the like button is a great way to start selling art" - Damien Hirst -

[@Buffenmeyer]

All these techniques and methods are wonderful, but everyone knows it’s really your crazy hair that’s making all of the sales! 😊 Appreciate the content!

[@driesketels]

Thank you so much!

[@driesketels]

Love your videos Dries, so glad I found your channel. I especially love the fact you are not using any annoying background music and stuff :)

[@randomcommenter5435]

😮

[@seemsfamiliar3888]

>D

[@berndvath3329]

How stupid do you think people are?

[@mananawardag2019]

Why you did this comment @Dries Ketels?

[@jied_bass]

pog U! awesome

[@aylaaghaverdiyeva3742]

Hey Dries subscribed and liked 😊 thank you for information and helpful guides for artists to start selling finally, struggling with that on instagram btw 😅 I’m sure I will progress with the help of your videos 😍

[@jankimehta6837]

Wow!! You brought confidence in me, thank u so much for your precious advice, I am gonna binge watch your posts😅.. btw your art is 😍😍

[@driesketels]

You got this Janki!

[@xzendor7digitalartcreations]

Your Right. I have always replied to every comment and tried to engage with the commenter; and about the name, people use to wonder how I new who they were and it's because I looked up their profile. This helps to keep the interest of those that come to your profile to view more of your art. Your right those follow strategies don't work; I tried them based on advise from others, and they are crap. Good Information As Always!

[@normmendoza8386]

I am a starting artist, and i found your video to be really informative and motivating. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@driesketels]

You are so welcome!

[@garubasaheed2945]

Thank so much for this video...it really helpful for me. just exatly what i have been looking out for. cheers Dries keep the good work going. already Liked and sub immediately : )

[@IsraelBasketry]

I love your content so much, you're just amazing, your really simple truth with the directly that you say it, thank you

[@driesketels]

Oh you are way too kind. Not sure if I deserve that.

[@agnesschwerwacher1707]

Yes.the hair...I agree and the information together with your art, makes it a complete story.🌍thank you for sharing🙏💫

[@driesketels]

It's ancient alien hair and the hair thanks you.

[@bellagoldwinsfunhouse1244]

This is a great video! Love your personality too.

[@driesketels]

Thank you so much Bella!!

[@vostenakstudios7911]

Great video . . . you are engaging, informative, and just plain likeable! Thank you for your insights . . . 💙

[@driesketels]

Glad you think so!

[@sedrickmonroe]

i watch the first vid for the hair, i stayed for the info. Thanks you sir🤘

[@digitalwithme3735]

Very nice contect!! Keep on with your creations!!!

[@ZenWaveCinema]

Your guidance brightens my day.

[@driesketels]

Just wonderful to hear that

[@badappleprints8740]

Love how much truth you speak! just started out trying to sell my drawings on instagram, I shall be trying all of these things :D

[@driesketels]

You got this Sophie! Good luck with selling your drawings.

[@ReligionAndMaterialismDebunked]

Same here. :3

[@r.mcr1]

yoooo the one with the stories really helped man thanks for that

[@driesketels]

You are more then welcome .

[@amarynth100]

in small words an artist today in order to sell must become a cunning business man .always in competition. the one thing in this life i never bothered about was money ,,,and strangely the've always come in . this rhytm of life seems exhausting . im not even wonder how come so many artists talk about creativity burnout, lack of creativity etc. you're briliant ,but you must have alot of energy and focus to keep up with this lifestyle :)

[@driesketels]

That sounds very peaceful Camelia. I've tried the "not bothering about money" trick in my hippy days and somehow I ended up being homeless :)... Being homeless tends to suck up even more energy so ...

[@princezzpuffypants6287]

I really hope everyone apprecites how hilarious you are. Informative, too, of course - the info is appreciated. But I subscribed for the humorous delivery. "Thats why people go to Starbucks " 😆

[@driesketels]

I appreciate that!

[@jillmorris2849]

Interesting! And yes, love your hair!

[@driesketels]

Oh thank you so much. the hair loves you back Jill.

[@RichGregg100]

Awesome teacher

[@bunnybabybevytv6434]

Dries Ketels speaks Truth

[@themysteriousdomainmoviepalace]

Thanks for this! I'm one of those because I didn't know how instagram works. When I get a heart I just send one back because I don't know what to say. At least I'm pretty new at it so I can fix this. I interact with lots of artists and they do the same thing. Lol!

[@CrochetFiberArt]

I do love the kitty that likes ice cream, lol. But seriously, I really love your honesty.

[@driesketels]

😊 thank you Sandy

[@eattravelart611]

Thank you for sharing the knowledge of selling art, they will help me a lot, I graduate last year in art school during pandemic, and now I'm trying to be an artist and make a living. good video.

[@driesketels]

Oh man... I can feel you... This is going to be a hard journey. But I'm sure you can do it.

[@Novacynthia]

💖 Great Information with lots of practical tips! Thank You!! Sending Smiles of Light🥳

[@driesketels]

You are so welcome. Smiles of light are the best. :)

[@Novacynthia]

@@driesketels Yesss 💖

[@larissaopenheart]

Props! Thank you 🙂🙏

[@driesketels]

props, you are welcome.

[@maart2941]

Wonderful video!! Thank you!

[@driesketels]

Thank you too!

[@katiemason9727]

Great advice! Thank you.

[@driesketels]

You are so welcome!

[@SingYourselfWell]

You are very darling and give wonderful advice very generously. Thank you Dries. My relatives live near Brussels. I live in the States. 💖

[@jennifersamuels4394]

i was gonna talk about the hair who i have named Victor and yes Vic deserves his own channel! i love you Vic, never stop growing! ❤😂

[@driesketels]

This is the most funny comment of the last week... Love it. Never stop commenting, the Internet is a better place with you in it!

[@driesketels]

Internet*

[@wahidnazari3678]

You Are a Good Adviser

[@pauleliot6429]

I resist this formula, I do'nt know why. I don't doubt you. I'm a songwriter also and hate the idea of copying. I believe you can break new ground that DOES entice people.

[@lilyruizendaalvisionairkun2776]

I like your way how you explain yourself and you inspire me. I follow you for a short time and I learn so much from you. My passion is create everyday. Now I want more sellings so I hope you can help me in the right way! Thanks for all your information now...!❤🙏🌹

[@driesketels]

You are so welcome Lily!

[@lilyruizendaalvisionairkun2776]

@@driesketels thanks again so much...you can visit my website if you want? I also translate everything in English....I follow al your steps now it feels like magic!!! Thanks thanks🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇😇😍😍😍❤❤❤

[@charmingsaffy4988]

That hair though 💖 thanks you 🤗

[@driesketels]

You like it?

[@kg2937]

Great video! 👌💯 and of course great hair 😉

[@driesketels]

hahaha, the hair thanks you.

[@DJarry394]

On Instagram, I end up with stalkers, or people who want something for pennies on the hour. I kid you not. You could do an entire episode on that.

[@Onestepdeeper]

Same here. It’s obnoxious.

[@willcampos453]

Thank you for making this video.

[@driesketels]

My pleasure Will!

[@deannaeixman8842]

You are the best at being personable! 💗

[@driesketels]

You're too kind Deanna. Thank you.

[@AnastasiiaIvanova-tv7qw]

Hey! Thank you for sharing this helpful information! I really wonder if you could share with me also those few art collectors contacts which you have been talking about in the end of this video. Thank you in advance.

[@nancyloomis3046]

I love to reply to comments and do when I ever get them, but they’re rare. P.S. I virtually always LIKE 👍 a video if I watch it for more than a couple of minutes and if I got even 1 bit of info that was helpful...and whether I end up subscribing or not. I think it’s just the decent thing to do. You’re presenting some helpful things that I just happen to be thinking about right now as I’m building my body of work and getting ready to sell online, likely through my own website and some on social media. Thanks!

[@surendraniyer8992]

Sir, you are truly enlightening...Kudos, you earned a like and a subscribe. KZbin didn't suggest me this though I have been searching for few days or so. I have a question: If those potential art collectors are just spammers and scammers?! I'm paranoid about my safety and also my arts'.

[@adildraws]

Keep up the great work

[@driesketels]

Thanks, will do Adil!

[@Artinsane]

your my favourite artist

[@driesketels]

You're too kind. Thanks

[@Lovelygamiing]

Much awaited video😄

[@driesketels]

That's lovely to hear... I'm sorry you had to wait :)

[@Lovelygamiing]

@@driesketels you are so honest about your work and adivse

[@driesketels]

Honesty is one of my strengths indeed. I'm glad you notice that.

[@thecatguy4301]

Good info bud. Thanks.

[@driesketels]

No problem 👍

[@Dimension50]

You are a very good guy, im enjoying your videos, I just need to create some art....

[@koyotestudios4182]

Thank you for this, Dries, I am doing my damnest to get my art buisness off the ground and your suggestions are definately going to be put into practice. Thanky for the amazing suggestion. Proof it works? I smashed that subscribe button for ya!

[@driesketels]

Wonderful! See you around then.

[@Artauraiamnyc]

Great Video.

[@kathleen7849]

I just visited your Insta. Magical work.

[@driesketels]

thanks thanks thakns thanks

[@pmt4478]

The cat likes ice cream haha! Thank you for your information ! I just wanted some kind of good understanding of how to begin.

[@driesketels]

Glad it was helpful! If you have other questions feel free to send me a dm :)

[@lieslyvette27]

Im so happy I found you. Ive been floundering around on instagram... hashtagging like a crazy person and getting nowhere! thank you.

[@driesketels]

hahahaha.... That sounds a lot like myself in the beginning. Have you seen my recent video about hashtags for artists on Instagram? I think it might help a lot. It's this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXzSZGl8o9CGoa8

[@Artistmaninderdandiwal]

Someone said it right, his hairs deserve its own channel 🙋🏼💁🏼

[@sarawakstudio1111]

Good point 👍 and nice hair that complements your personality.

[@driesketels]

hair that compliments the personality... Not sure what I have to understand under that. I do have a wild and upredictable side I guess.

[@bigblue6917]

I have to agree 100% on answering any comments. This is the start of a conversation. If someone approached you and said 'Hi I like your art.' You would not ignore them. You would talk to them hoping to make a sale. Answering someone comments is just the same. Also other people reading your comments will be impressed that you are approachable and take the time to comment. Just a thought. 50% of people in Pinterest earn $50k per year. And 10% earn $125K per year. Just a thought.

[@driesketels]

Absolutely! Not sure what you mean with the pinterest thing... And not sure where you get those numbers.

[@DaveConrey]

I'm so confused. Did something happen to your IG account because the one you shared in the description doesn't seem like the same one you share in this video?

[@hhhmarch]

Hi there. Thank you for sharing this on how to sell art faster. I hv ppl dm me interested to buy my art in nft. But im not keen to sell them as nft. I know its a new way but its too risky n im not yet convinced. My question here, can i put p/s : not selling as nft or any other way to say appropriately under my painting infos. I dont want ppl to dm me wanting to buy as nft . Thanks in advance

[@jbn9029]

This guy is the single most useful KZbinr on this topic hands down. Hey what print on demand company do you suggest in the US?!

[@driesketels]

Oh thanks, that's very kind of you to say. Did you see my video 6 best print on demand companies for artists?

[@jbn9029]

@@driesketels No I didn't! I will go see it. I will look through your videos before I ask you a question lol. Sorry. But thanks again for such great info. I like that painting in the background too.

[@piyathidasaiyad9967]

I think god sent you to help struggling artist like me sometimes I don’t even know what questions I need to ask to get myself to where I wanted to be

[@ionelcarasca]

After a lot of crappy suggestions, youtube finally decided to show me something useful.

[@driesketels]

Not sure if I deserve that but it's definitely kind and appreciated. See you around.

[@si_a_to2086]

Do we need any license to sell abroad?

[@twinkletard4296]

As a top 20 user of a major social media web site with 3m views a day (1b views a year) this was an interesting video. Interaction with your viewers is important. When you get to a point where you get 10,000 comments a day there is no way to reply to everyone so there is a balance for when it is ok to no longer reply to everyone. For your average account with low views, yes it is important to engage with the community.

[@Evaaugustine97]

Thank you !!!!

[@driesketels]

You're welcome Eva!

[@tahurahossain6012]

Dude, you deserve way more views. I subscribed and followed you on Instagram. ❤

[@driesketels]

Thanks a lot for your support Tahura. Have a great Sunday. :)

[@tahurahossain6012]

@@driesketels You too!

[@tahurahossain6012]

@@driesketels Hi Dries! What do you think about working on Displate? I am thinking of signup on their website.

[@driesketels]

Hey Tahura, I'm not familiar with Displate. I will check it out Ps: Feel free to ask me stuff on IG or FB Tahura. Since I normally don't see the second or 3th reply on YT.

[@tahurahossain6012]

@@driesketels Thank you so much for everything!

[@TaylerLW]

Thank you for your advice as always. I do have a hard time figuring out if someone is a collector. Are there ways to tell? How can you find and know who are the art collectors? Also in using Instagram how often do post about the same art piece? How long is acceptable to post about the same art piece? Is there a sort of formula you use in constructing your posts/collecting your content? Sorry for all the questions. I love your videos and advice.

[@driesketels]

There are many ways to now if someone is a collector, sadly it would take some time to explain in a comment. Send me a message on IG, if I find time I will explain it in a voice message. For the amount of posts, don't worry about that. Just post as much as you want, you cannot bore people out with posting too often because if people get bored IG will just not show it to those people anymore aka not bore them with it.

[@TaylerLW]

Dries Ketels thank you again! I just sent a message! Look forward to hearing your wisdom!

[@erice9506]

Damn bro, so many gems dropped.

[@driesketels]

damn bro, thanks thanks thanks

[@SparrowErin10]

I'm curious if this has to start with one of your previous suggestions about finding art houses and collectors? I have a small following of other artists that comment quite often. We have great conversations about technique, what they like, etc, but no one has requested more info. No one has DM'd me, "I'd love to add that to my collection, is it on offer?" Thoughts?

[@missinglink9973]

cool vid Ill try your ideas Im new to art and Instagram

[@driesketels]

Let me know how it goes... and good luck

[@helderfernandes8518]

Sua estratégia é muito legal, seus conselhos também. No fim dos vídeos você usa sempre a mesma expressão para nos levar ao outro e é tão engraçado, divertido. Ganhou um inscrito e vários likes. 😊