Posts by Art Dom

What Mistakes Prevent You from Selling a Ukrainian Artist’s Painting Profitably

Not every owner manages to sell a painting profitably. Even a good work may fail to find a buyer for a long time if the price is set incorrectly, the information is poorly prepared, or the wrong sales method is chosen. In practice, buying paintings, buying art , and transactions in the format of painting buying and selling depend not only on the work itself, but also on how competently it is presented.
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Should You Sell a Painting Now or Wait? An Analysis of the Ukrainian Art Market

Selling a work of art is always a strategic decision — especially when it is not merely a decorative interior piece, but an investment asset. Owners often ask themselves: is it worth putting the artwork on the market now, or is it wiser to wait for a more favorable moment?
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How Climate Affects International Art Shipping: Risks, Protection, and Proper Packaging

International transportation of artwork is not simply logistics from point A to point B. It is a complex process where dozens of details matter — from documentation to the type of transport used. However, there is one factor that even experienced shippers often underestimate: climate.
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How an Artist Can Sell a Painting Abroad and Avoid Getting Stuck at Customs

Selling artwork internationally is an opportunity to enter a new market, find collectors, galleries, and private buyers around the world. However, along with new prospects comes responsibility. An international art sale is not just about sending a parcel — it is a full legal and logistical process.
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Collectible and interior paintings: what's the difference and what is investment painting?

In this article, we will compare art market trends over the last decade, analyze the opinions of leading auction houses, and examine the reality of art prices. We will also answer popular questions from art dealers and artists: which paintings are considered collectible? Is there a direct correlation: the more meaning, the more expensive the canvas? And what is the formula for pricing the "Blue Chips" of the art world?
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Guide: registering and publishing paintings on Artmajeur

Continuing our series of articles on popular platforms for Ukrainian artists and sculptors seeking to enter the international art market. In this guide, we will break down in detail the process of registration and publication of artworks on one of the most stable European platforms — Artmajeur. Registration and Publication of Paintings for Sale on Artmajeur: A Complete Guide Artmajeur is one of the oldest and largest art platforms (based in France). Its main difference from Saatchi...
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TOP 6 online galleries for selling paintings and sculptures

On which websites can artists and sculptors sell their work? The ArtDom Gallery has prepared a TOP list of popular platforms for selling art online worldwide. Technological progress has transformed the art market. Recent global events have adjusted our daily lives, but at the same time, they have created new opportunities for creative people. Now an artist can paint a picture in Kyiv, take a high-quality photo, publish it on a website, and a collector from New York, for instance, can...
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Art Logistics During War and Unstable Conditions

War and prolonged instability radically change the привычные rules of international shipping. What just a few years ago was considered a standard procedure can now become impossible, unsafe, or economically unjustified. These changes are felt especially sharply in the art sector. Paintings, works on paper, three-dimensional art objects, and original author works require not just transportation, but a delicate, well-planned, and legally verified approach.
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Can You Ship a Painting Abroad as a “Gift”?

The idea of shipping a painting abroad as a gift seems simple and even obvious. The logic is clear: if the artwork is not being sold and is transferred free of charge, then it must be an ordinary parcel that does not require complex formalities. That is why many painting owners, artists, and their relatives choose the wording “gift,” hoping to avoid bureaucracy and speed up delivery.
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Export Permit for Paintings and Customs: Who Is Responsible for What

When it comes to the international shipment of artworks, many painting owners, artists, and collectors face the same problem — confusion about the roles of the parties involved. It often seems that customs “decides everything,” experts merely “give advice,” and the carrier simply transports the artwork. This misunderstanding leads to mistakes, delays, and conflicts, especially when someone is trying for the first time to understand how to ship a painting abroad from Ukraine .
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