How to Start Selling on Artfinder: A Step-by-Step Guide

Artfinder

Artfinder is an international marketplace for selling original works of art. To start selling on the site, simply registering a standard account is not enough: you need to create a profile, submit an artist application, complete the application form, and upload examples of your work.

Below is a detailed step-by-step guide with interface screenshots showing where to click, what to fill in, and how to submit your application for review.

Important: this guide covers the seller application stage. Once Artfinder approves your application, you will gain access to a full artist seller account where you can add new artworks and configure your shop.
Contents

  1. Open Artfinder and create an account
  2. Open the login and registration form
  3. Create an account
  4. Check your profile
  5. Find the Apply to Sell section
  6. Apply as an independent artist
  7. Answer the initial questions
  8. Fill in your personal information
  9. Enter your returns address
  10. Upload 4–6 artworks
  11. Submit your application for review
  12. What happens after you submit your application
  13. What to do after approval
  14. Quick summary

Step 1. Open the Artfinder website

Go to www.artfinder.com. On the homepage, you will find the user icon in the top-right corner. This is where you can log in or register.

Artfinder homepage
Artfinder homepage. Click the user icon in the top-right corner.

If you do not have an account yet, start with this icon.

Step 2. Open the login and registration form

After clicking the user icon, the Log in or create an account window will open.

Artfinder login window
Artfinder login and registration window.

Here you can:

  • log in or continue using your email;
  • continue with Google;
  • continue with Facebook.

For a new registration, enter your email address and continue creating your account.

Step 3. Create an account

On the next screen, fill in the basic information:

  • First name;
  • Last name;
  • Email.
Creating an Artfinder account
Artfinder account creation form.

Below the form is an option to receive marketing emails. It is optional and does not affect your ability to sell artworks. Once the fields are complete, click Create account.

Step 4. Check your profile

After registration, your standard user profile will open.