Bluethumb welcomes original, handmade artwork from Australian artists, where the artwork is physically located in Australia with you, the artist. If your work fits this, you can list it without an application.
Accepted (no application required)
Original paintings (oil, acrylic, watercolour, etc.)
Original drawings (pencil, charcoal, ink, etc.)
Original mixed media
Original printmaking editions (linocut, screen print, etching, lithograph, woodcut, collagraph, monoprint)
Limited edition fine art prints of your own original work (e.g., giclée/reproduction prints)
Accepted with approval (application required before listing)
Fine art photography
Digital art
Sculpture (original or limited edition)
To apply: log in to your account and submit a specialisation request (approval is required before these can be listed).
Not accepted on Bluethumb
Surfboards, snowboards, skateboards
Furniture
Jewellery, clothing, accessories
Dinnerware/tableware (cups, plates, etc.)
Homewares (cushions, tea towels, clocks, etc.)
Mosaics
Rugs/carpets/tapestries/weavings/textiles
Greeting cards, stationary
Digital files/downloads
AI-generated images
Repurposed/upcycled items
Biosecurity / restricted items (e.g., untreated natural materials or restricted products)
Note: This list may change over time—please check if you’re unsure.
What happens if something is listed incorrectly
Listings that don’t meet these requirements (or are listed without required approval) may be moved to Drafts, and serious or repeated breaches may result in account deactivation.
If your unsure please check with the team before listing to avoid disappointment.