How to Sell Art Prints (Etsy+Squarespace)

[@thecollegehustle2402]

If you're reading this you should subscribe :)

[@rusticagenerica]

I just subscribed with pride and passion !!

[@GoofBallGuru]

And here you go you have a new subscriber.. but I have a question can you tell me how to sell artworks I found inside a wall 🧱 and a flag?. A friend (artist) said the flag should go to a museum, but I can't do that, I'm already paying the bills I can't go there and say here you go take also this 😆 I hope you understand!

[@jasminvalerie]

Ok I am taking getting this video recommended to me as a sign from God. I have been thinking about starting my own art career for awhile now, I even bought a new iPad to improve my skills. Got discouraged earlier today, had an epiphany, and now this. I’m on the right path. Loved this video 💜

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Incredible.. As a small youtube channel getting comments like this is what motivates us. Even when the numbers aren't very high it's amazing to know our videos can have an impact. Best of luck with your art career Jasmin!!

[@TheRm65]

Amateur art is like zucchini and poetry: supply greatly outpaces demand. The only sign you should be paying attention to is the dollar sign if you intend to have an actual career as an artist.

[@babyachoo4783]

For some reason I can smell army 💜 in you

[@danag812]

Yay! Good luck 🤗

[@taryntrail262]

That’s super exciting for you! Any God give you many more blessings. I’m currently only 14 but I don’t have time to do a part time job like fast food or something cuz of school so I want a way to make money for art supplies and groceries Bc I wanna get a head start for college. Hoping God will help me out through my journey just like he did with you ❤️✨

[@danag812]

Thanks for sharing 😁 About 15 years ago I was a "full time " artist and sold some prints that were giclee on watercolour paper. They looked so AMAZING. I even sold some watercolours blown up and giclee printed onto canvas. They were beautiful. I'm so glad I watched your video and you mentioned that site. Thanks 😊

[@thecollegehustle2402]

I’m really glad you liked this video! So cool that you used giclee as well.. cheers!

[@anthonyfilms]

Great for the advice , I'm really trying this year to get my art where it needs to be for sales ..This is almost my second year so im going all the way in.Thank you for sharing ...

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Very glad you liked it... Best of luck Anthony!

[@timwoodwardart]

Thank you for sharing this information. Getting prints made and figuring out how to get them out there, is where I struggle now. I wish you continued success!!

[@saeefa]

For many years I've wanted to sell my artwork on Etsy but too scared and nervous especially with the packaging and postage, Ihowever I am more ready to start selling my artwork which is why I am doing my research and watching your video right now :)

[@thecollegehustle2402]

that's awesome, best of luck!

[@rosiegrlm8904]

Allow me to say THANK YOU!! Your support, information, and time spent to investigate and then share with all of us is more than invaluable. the hours and time i would have to make time for has literally been reduced and changed because of you. I'm renewed, ready to go with my list of knowledge you gave me to be a better buyer and seller. i can hit the floor running knowing with info in hand and no wasted days and smarter as to what to aim for. Consider this comment as a warm embrace of gratitude and considering your gift of info to me and others extraordinary 🙋‍♀.

[@keithkong1985]

I'm just about to take the leap myself. I'm an architect and pretty handy with designer sketches. Love this - keep it up :)

[@mitziefeltch5056]

You did a great job! Clear, well informed, helpful for those of us just entering this world. So different than the gallery hustle. Thanks!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

thank you so much!! Really glad you enjoyed it!

[@victoriat.87]

Thank you....I lost everything and.....today this was the first site...I looked at....as an artist.....wow......I’m thinking I have really been inspired thank you

[@joeegan2]

Greetings, that was some valuable info I appreciate your sharing. I don't know if it is a fit for me and thought you may have some ideas for me. I'm 68 years old and have been writing as long as I can remember but I always wrote to art. I create digital pictures sometimes layering dozens and cutting out what I don't want and allowing what is underneath to show. Many of the pictures I've created are the final layer upon which my story or poetry goes. As an example many years ago in a pretty dark time of my life I did a self portrait in pencil on Canvas board. Obviously the portrait was backwards which lead to the "The Man in the Mirror." The poem is about navigating the many twists and turns in life and of course how so many things are not how they appear. Since even though many of my pieces have original artwork. The only way I know of duplicating them is digitally. I would greatly appreciate anything you would advise. I have no formal education in the arts. Perhaps if this is out of your wheelhouse, an intro to another. I would of course send and example if requested. Thank you for doing the video and in advance for any additional help you see fit to share.

[@arte_la_luna4995]

This video is just what I needed to hear and watch! Thank you!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

You are so welcome!!

[@JessiTales]

Thanks, this was really insightful

[@aleskaresquivel4700]

Way to kick some tail! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Inspirational stuff for ppl who are creative but feel unqualified or like an imposter 😬

[@nikkeevincent8764]

Hi Madison! Thanks for sharing this video. It’s very informative. I’m wondering if you order the prints you need for people and then you are shipping it to them after you get it? What’s your turn around time on prints?

[@rasecroel2366]

same exact question here

[@melissaloves2draw]

I found this video very informative and I enjoyed listening and learning from your experience! Thank you for sharing and spreading the motivation to be brave and create!

[@bhagatriks]

thank you for sharing your story. definitely helpful hints! keep up the great work.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you! Will do!

[@megg.1610]

I like your style, you have drive and creativity!

[@crespojosef]

This is something I wanted to do for a long time.The video was very helpful.

[@kathiejl1]

Great job quickly covering all the highlights! Thank you!

[@interested8847]

very informative and inspiring. I'm just starting out and feel lost.

[@MrMysticmatt]

Phrase of the day "side hustle " very accurate to why I am on this video lol 😆

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Love it!! Side hustles are a major focus of the channel!

[@codergirldesigns3932]

I really thought your process and video was very helpful to me. I now have an idea how to sell art prints on my own. Thanks!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thank you so much!

[@SuperSavvyTravelersLLC]

This is great! Thank you!

[@erichawoolley8846]

Thank you for being so generous with sharing what has worked for you I feel inspired to collaborate with people that are have a bigger following to help me market my art and reach out to more people (:

[@thecollegehustle2402]

I'm so glad you've been inspired!!

[@kntn6954]

I'm just trying to figure out how to get my art out there. I do pencil art , pen and ink and wanting to start painting .I've been drawing all my life . Mostly for friends and some I've sold . I also do glass etching. But I'm lost in the online world and need to know how to begin. Any advice would be great.

[@Wuse2ya]

Thank you lots learning from that

[@Creativ3Thoughts]

thank you sis for sharing your information 😎👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾

[@rebekahaurie6252]

Thanks for sharing! It is helpful to hear your story.🦄🌺🐞

[@dezmonabram3137]

Thank you. This was every helpful information.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you so much!

[@thundering1]

Is there a benefit to having the website through Squarespace - as in, do they have promotional tools that can help with sales? Or is it just because the templates make it easy if you're not a programmer? No right or wrong answer, good or bad - I'm literally just curious, because I suck at marketing myself.

[@popnocturne7909]

This felt so honest! Thank you💛

[@JohneciaJ228]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@hilarylhahn1089]

I would love to hear more about how you approached the instagram mom-preneurs! That would be amazing - if you are open to sharing!

[@amitap2025]

This was very helpful information. Thank you from India!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you! Glad it was useful

[@sundressers]

Thank you for sharing your story and experience!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Of course!

[@TheKayPitt]

Thanks for this video. I’ve been adding listings consistently on my Etsy page for three months now and I’ve only gotten two sales. Sort of discouraged BUT this video has encouraged me! I guess I’m judging my results too early

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Persistence is huge.. the first few sales are the hardest so don’t give up!!

[@raghadsabbagh9700]

I’m in the same situation too! Started my shop in Jun this year and with constant product additions I only made 8 sales till now. You can try creating Pinterest, FB, Instagram accounts for your shop..that might help..good luck x

[@danag812]

Skills have has some good classes on marketing your art. A girl called Peggy Dean (very successful artist) has a class about Pinterest marketing. She claims Pinterest was a huge factor in growing her following and her business.

[@thatgirl3960]

This was so useful. Thanks

[@chelseahicks1572]

Thank you so much for this video! Just the inspiration I needed!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Love it! No problem!

[@collidingintoplace]

how do you showcase you work in the frames and the walls etc. for clients to see how it will look when purchased? hope it makes sense.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

She creates mock ups of her work and displays them on her instagram: @madison.mayfield.art She can answer more in depth questions there as well!

[@mzeeshan]

She did not talk about the monthly fee of Squarespace which is also her main expense and could be between $12 to $40 per month + $16 for a domain registration/hosting fee per year .. innit!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

great catch. Thank you!

[@DallasD_]

What is a common percentage-split you would share with the promoter in this situation?

[@muhammadmobley585]

I appreciate you sharing your story Madison.

[@michaelricks1618]

Thank you for sharing your great insights and information - it's so helpful!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Of course!!

[@bllewis52]

Thank you.

[@AnnkurKumar]

What kind of artwork do you do Or sell? I have an interest in photography, can i do the same in regard to photography. If yes, then what dos and don'ts i have to keep in consideration.

[@guynouri]

Helpful nice and direct

[@tedjordan7567]

Hail state! 😁 thanks for the video

[@laelneale8029]

This is so helpful, thank you!

[@theroyalone7588]

Mississippi woot woot I’m from the Delta , Greenwood,Ms

[@thecollegehustle2402]

I love it!

[@bellajune320]

Collaborations really help.

[@justatale225]

Hi Madison, can you please link the website in your description box so that we can use it as well. Thank you so much 😊

[@justthoughts8872]

Thank you. Clear path tight to the point.subbed

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thanks for the sub!

[@Fas_PR]

Thank you for that info, i will try it all

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Best of luck!

[@angelcajigasarbelo3234]

Great video with actual practical advice!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

That’s a big goal of the channel.. thank you!

[@moushmitalati8651]

You really inspired me I'm an commercial Artist, and was running hobby classes before 15 years ago but now as a home maker ,I want to do something and stand on my own ,but I don't know much about social media and all ,would like your opinion

[@LS-wg1vp]

Great video, really helpful, thank you very much.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

thank you!

[@Project2013B]

You might find some cheaper art supplies by checking out local online auctions / estate sales.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you!

[@MillaExplores]

This was so inspiring! Thanks for sharing this! :)

[@thecollegehustle2402]

You're so welcome! Glad it was inspiring!

[@butterflymoon1]

Beauty and Brains! Thank you :) (signed by a new artist/college student)

[@bernadettecshea]

Great video! And the truth about making art prints. I live in New Zealand and giclee printing is so expensive here, I have an Epson P800 printer and Epson V800 to Scan my Artwork. It’s how I make all my art prints & Greeting Cards, my brand is called : Birhira All the best with your Art! Bernadette

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you!!

[@miaclemons]

What a helpful video! Thank you so much!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@xbwt3257]

Very helpful

[@juanpablozapataartist.zapa2202]

thanks for your video, I do have a question, do you order the prints from giclee and they ship it to you or they ship it directly to the client on demand? thank you

[@grandpamoonstone7772]

Hi my father Edmond Shumpert sculpted "Bully" the Ole Miss mascot, I am working on selling reproductions of some of his surfing works, thank you for your insight.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

That’s incredible!! I’ll absolutely share this with my other ole miss friends. Best of luck!

[@tiny.d96]

Would you be able to share the link to the site? Would be helpful! Thank you!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

www.gicleetoday.com/ Here it is!

[@verydenise]

THank you for this!!! Also, I started following you now on Instagram.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

You're the best! Thank you!!

[@bendavidmusic]

Awesome! Thank you so much!!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

You're welcome!!

[@halakaddoura]

Thank you! Super helpful

[@thecollegehustle2402]

So glad!

[@thegoddess4172]

Hy. I want to ask your help. I am thinking of starting a small business in Europe to sell prints and I am looking for something that : 1 can print prints up to 40 inches long 2 can easy print on 300gsm paper 3 isn’t so expensive to maintain 4 Print quality is good I muss say that my budget is up to 1500 Euro I have a lot of ideas to run the business I just need to find the printer that can do all the things above.. I will very much appreciate your answer

[@paigephillips1806]

This was really helpful. Thank you for sharing your insights!!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Of course! Thank you so much!

[@alexandrasanches2473]

I love love love your vídeo. It gave me so much information and encouragement! I wish I was as young as you! I am so so happy for you! And you are sooo beautiful and lovely! I wish you all the blessings that you desire! Send you much much love. Thank you. I’m really grateful!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you so much... that is so sweet of you!

[@tropicosta]

Can you show samples of the prints what they look like ?

[@warrenhynson]

You’re awesome!!

[@alfredwilliams7841]

Inspired!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Love to hear it!!

[@Kira-kg4kl]

Starving artist is genuinely a myth now, now is the best time to make a living from art 🎨 🙌

[@kittyg122]

I will say, I have a hella stash of supplies. Now to just post what I have😅

[@kindacraftyokc]

Thank you for sharing!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Of course! Thank you!

[@phebet327]

I came across this video. I’m an artist in MS!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

That’s wonderful!

[@anchor14]

This is a very nice video and finally someone talking about, though very fleetingly, about quality of pictures that can be put up for downloads. I keep hearing how to sell and what to sell but I haven’t found any video on how to take the pictures that.come out perfectly when someone downloads as a print on canvas or art paper. You mentioned that you use iPhone and then edit on Adobe. Can you please tell me the sizes in inches, pixels, dpi etc that are specified by websites like SAATCHI art etc. I have tried professional photographers yet, I find my simple iPhone pictures better at least to look at, on my website. But those do not qualify at SAATCHI. Hope you respond.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you so much! Madi was actually a guest on our channel and we don't know the answer to that question. Feel free to find her @madison.mayfield.art on instagram and ask any questions there. She's very active!

[@lisbethmercedes2467]

Helpful video! Thank you 🙏😊

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@craftedbyanika]

You mentioned the percentage split that you and the collaborator agreed on, do you mind sharing the percentage so that I have an idea of the range to propose?

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Totally! The percentage split was 50/50 for profit with the influencers

[@andrescen7577]

Does the subject of my artwork matter if I want to sell prints of my sketches or should I do whatever I like?

[@CasadoSol_CeloricodeBasto]

Hi Madyson how are you? Great video, thank you for sharing your experience. I am watching it in DEC 2020. How is your business going at this stage? I mean, are still happy with the service delivered by Squarespace and Etsy? Any client in Europe. What challengess have you got there? All the best and wish you a great week.

[@dennisburgess2940]

Good presentation. I write poetry, have a calligrapher put it on parchment and sell it to friends. Your ideas may help me expand my market! Tks!

[@hanf71]

Hi, have you tried making digital art on a tablet and printing those? Thanks for the video. Sean

[@TK-ij2xi]

Question about getting the art printed with Giclee.....Do they send it to the buyer? Or do they send it to you & then you package/present to the buyer?

[@TK-ij2xi]

Also, out of pure curiosity I searched how to pronounce giclee....zhee-klay is what wiki says. But it also says no one knows how to say it! 😁

[@pat4005]

If you do not have it printed yourself and ship it yourself, you can use a POD (Print-On-Demand) company, and they will print it and ship it to your customer for you. I found a POD company that even will mat and frame the print, and then ship it to your customer. I did one earlier this year, and my customer LOVED IT! He was impressed with the quality of both the print, framing and packaging. He is giving it as a gift and packaging that looked professional too, was also important. I think I used gooten. Other POD's are Printful and Printify as well as gliceetoday, among others. Most have many art papers to choose from for prints, along with canvas wraps. Some PODS also have MANY products you can have your art printed on (think of the upsell). So if you had a website, you could direct your traffic there, then customers could order prints and other items, pay you, then as soon as their payment clears, you place the order(s) with the PODS you have chosen, who then ship to your customers. The PODS have plenty of print size charts, instructions, explanatory videos, and templates so you know what you can offer and how to describe and price your products for retail.

[@IPOXstudios]

Great info thanks, congrats on your success so far! I'm in the beginning process of selling prints/products. I was wondering, do you have the Giclee print shipped to you so you can sign and number it, or do you ship directly to the customer? I'm trying to figure out if it matters that you sign it because it would definitely be less hassle. Thanks for any additional info!

[@leydamartinez1698]

Hi Tavis, I am completely new in these processes and I have exactly the same question as you! Also, if you have to go to a 3rd party to have your art printed, then what is the ETA you will give to customers when they place an order? Thank you so much!

[@IPOXstudios]

@@leydamartinez1698 great thanks for letting me know, so much to consider!

[@hopelasseigne3795]

Hey! I’ve been doing some research myself on this, I hear a few KZbinr’s saying that they find that their clients prefer for them to take the extra step and sign their work because it makes the piece more personal and the client can feel more connected to the piece.

[@raghadsabbagh9700]

Thank you for the video, very helpful! Any ideas on how to market the website once it’s up and running to get some traffic? Thanks

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Building a presence on social media platforms to build a funnel is likely the easiest way! I would begin teaching myself SEO tactics as well. You can learn everything you need to know on KZbin and I would highly recommend the channel Brian Dean.

[@alexajohnson2195]

I’m currently starting my Etsy shop up and I want to take my painted canvases and turn them into prints. Does gliceet do a good job at that? Also what did you say to the insta moms! I want to check that out!

[@ShahzebBaig-cu5tz]

Miss, i am an Artist how i can sale my paintings please advice me

[@WorshiptheKingMusic]

thats awesome!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thanks!

[@gc6497]

She is very cute - sweet - professional. thanks for sharing your tips. May your business grow more and more.

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thank you!!

[@reclaimyourhealth1754]

Hello there I'm new to your channel. I’m looking to sell digital photography on Etsy mostly landscape as digital files. do you have any advice or videos on how to make one picture be a JPG and PNG files availble to the customer. Also any advice on watermarks and overall protecting the image? thanks

[@ReginaCordoba]

New subscriber! I love to sell too! We sell art!

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Thanks for subbing! So cool!

[@avarayjordan3421]

When you got the collab job, were you mailing out individual prints for each sale made through the mom account?

[@thecollegehustle2402]

Yes she was! She also discusses her printing strategy a little more in her second video on our channel. We posted that 3 weeks ago!

[@avarayjordan3421]

@@thecollegehustle2402 cool thanks!!

[@dmekas]

What about shipping and packaging ? Is that website send the art to customer for you?

[@cindychristian1700]

That's what I was wondering!

[@Babylon2060]

You look like my daughter! 😊 So darn Adorable 😊😊

[@dantedressage]

Forgive me if I missed it but what was the question she asked these moms when she reached out to them on Instagram?

[@thecollegehustle2402]

It wasn't mentioned so no worries. Madison asked them to do a collaboration though. Not sure what her exact wording was but if you message her on instagram asking she'll get back to you!

[@cindybaird9589]

None of her links work anymore, so I wonder if this eventually fell thru and Madison is not in the art business anymore?