Useful Information for Artists

1. Submitting Your Artist Portrait (Photo of You)
Your artist portrait is a professional photo that shows potential buyers the person behind the art.

Look: It's best if the photo is a square shape and shows your full body in your studio or standing near your artwork.

Purpose: This adds context and makes your work feel more personal.

2. Photographing Your Artwork
Getting a great photo of your art is crucial for online presentation.

A. File Requirements
Format: JPG file in RGB colour mode.
Size: At least 1200×1500 pixels.
Weight: Less than 5MB.
Upload: Submit three images for each piece: a full shot, a shot on a wall, and a close-up/detail shot.

B. Quality & Lighting

C. Camera Settings
Tripod: Always use one to keep the camera steady and prevent blurry photos.

D. Taking the Shot
Position: Stand directly in front of the artwork. Your lens must be centred.

3. Writing Your Artist Bio & Artwork Description
A. Artist Bio (Max 100 Words)

Your bio should be clear, brief, and present the key details of your career.
Format: Write in the third person (e.g., "She is an artist," not "I am an artist").
Style: Use British English and use '&' instead of "and."
Content: Follow the template provided, including your birth year, location, education, exhibitions, and collections/press.

B. Artwork Description
A good description tells the artwork's "story" to help collectors appreciate it more.
Style: Write in simple English, use British English, and use '&' instead of "and."
Key Questions to Answer:
What or who inspired the work?
What do you hope viewers will feel or think?
Why did you choose this specific medium, subject, or style?
What special materials did you use?