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Written by
Sarah Hughes,
Sheeraz Haider,
Altair Balmeo
and 6 others
Artist Best Practices
Understanding your new artist dashboard
Getting the most out of Bluethumb artist tools
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Introducing your updated artist profile
Getting the most out of Bluethumb artist tools
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Tips to increases engagement and sales on Bluethumb
Best practices to help increases interaction and sales online
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Artist best practice guide for more sales/revenue on online art galleries/marketplaces
Guidelines and research backed suggestions to help artists increase sales and revenue via online art markets and galleries
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Packaging Requirements for Artists
What happens if an artwork is damaged in transit (artist side of things)?
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How to link my Instagram account to my Bluethumb Profile?
Step by step instructions to link your Instagram profile to your Bluethumb profile
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Best Practices
Some great resources for Bluethumb artists new and old, to help make your profile attractive and visible to art collectors
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
How should I photograph my artwork?
Practical tips to help ensure your artwork looks the best it can online
Written by
Megan George
Updated over a week ago
How should I write my artist bio?
Tips for Bluethumb artists on how to craft a bio that's interesting and intriguing to collectors
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Is my profile picture important?
Our top tips for snapping a great portrait of you
Written by
Megan George
Updated over a week ago
Frequently asked questions by collectors
top 7 questions and queries from Bluethumb collectors when finding that perfect artwork
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Getting Started
I can't connect to Bluethumb (all other websites are working fine)
What to do if you encounter an error when trying to connect to Bluethumb
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Why should I sell on Bluethumb?
An overview for Australian artists interested in selling art online with Bluethumb
Written by
Edward Hartley
Updated over a week ago
What are Bluethumb's Terms and Conditions?
Where artists can find and review our T&Cs
Written by
Edward Hartley
Updated over a week ago
What do I need to know about selling my art with Bluethumb?
A list of artist resources to make sure you're well setup and ready to sell art online
Written by
Melissa Cooper
Updated over a week ago
How can I sign up as an artist and upload artworks?
An easy guide to signing up as an artist and uploading artworks to your Bluethumb profile
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Can I sell my artwork through means other than Bluethumb?
Things for artists to remember if selling art outside Bluethumb
Written by
Melissa Cooper
Updated over a week ago
What happens if I forget my password?
How to reset your Bluethumb password
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Payment
How do I change my bank details?
A short overview of how to update your bank details on your Bluethumb profile
Written by
Altair Balmeo
Updated over a week ago
I have been paid, though the payment amount seems to be wrong.
If there's a difference in the amount you were paid and what you thought you should've been paid - this will help.
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
I have just sold an artwork. When will my payment arrive?
Estimated payment timings after you have sold an artwork with Bluethumb
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
GST
Does Bluethumb's commission include GST?
A short overview of how GST and Bluethumb commissions
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Does the sale of art my art on Bluethumb include GST?
A short overview of how Bluethumb treats GST on sold artworks
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
I run a business. How do I deal with end of year tax information?
A short GST overview for artists who hold an ABN
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
GST and other taxes
A short overview of GST obligations for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Why do you need my ABN, and what do I do if I don't have one?
An overview of Australian Business Numbers for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Julian Casson
Updated over a week ago
How do I apply for an ABN?
A link to where Bluethumb artists can apply for an ABN online
Written by
Julian Casson
Updated over a week ago
Listing Artworks
How to price your work and pricing requirements for artists on Bluethumb
Pricing requirements and considerations for artists
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Uploading an Artwork!
Best practice on how to upload an artwork - key points and trouble shooting.
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
What kind of art can I sell on Bluethumb?
A brief guide to which artworks Bluethumb does and does not accept from artists
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Can I sell work by other artists?
Artist guidelines for ensuring Bluethumb artworks are original and unique
Written by
Edward Hartley
Updated over a week ago
Can I sell framed artwork?
A short guide to selling framed artworks for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Freddy Grant
Updated over a week ago
I can't upload my artwork photos
A quick tip for Bluethumb artists having difficulty with artwork image uploads
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Why isn't the price of my artwork changing from $0 or $30?
Quick tips for Bluethumb artists having difficulty changing artwork pricing
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Why are my images being uploaded upside down?
A quick tip for Bluethumb artists to fix upside down artworks
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How should I write my artwork description?
Some tips for Bluethumb artists to write a great description to match your great artwork
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Why can't I publish my artwork? / Why isn't the image appearing when I'm trying to upload?
What to do if your uploaded Bluethumb artwork is not visible
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
How to reorder my artworks in my profile?
A quick tip for Bluethumb artists to manage their artworks for sale
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How can I edit my artworks?
A short overview for how Bluethumb artists can change their artwork details
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
My artwork is listed as 'Ready to Hang', how do I change/edit it?
A short guide for Bluethumb artists outlining the difference between 'Ready to Hang' and 'Unframed'
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How do I list a diptych or a triptych?
A guide for Bluethumb artists wanting to upload a multi-panel artwork
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How to remove the word 'copy' from an artwork?
A quick editing tip for Bluethumb artists duplicating an artwork listing
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How do I edit artworks I've already uploaded?
Need to change something in an artwork you've already uploaded? Bluethumb artists read on...
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
How do I delete or mark an artwork sold?
Deleting or marking an artwork as 'sold' from your Bluethumb artist profile
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
I Want To Make All Artworks Unavailable
Bluethumb artists, if you're going on holidays here's how to quickly mark all your artworks temporarily unavailable for sale
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Where can I find my recently published art?
How Bluethumb artists can view recent uploads
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
Shipping & Couriers
I've made a sale, how do I book a courier for my artwork?
An overview of what to do to help deliver your artwork from artist studio, to Bluethumb collector
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
How do I book a courier, and how does the pickup work?
Instructions for booking an artwork courier online with Bluethumb
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
How should I pack my artwork?
The ultimate guide for Bluethumb artists on packing your artworks
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Packing artworks behind glass
A recap on how to treat artworks framed behind glass
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Labelling your artwork for shipment
Artwork labelling tips for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
I haven't received my shipping labels and artwork is being picked up soon!
A short overview on courier labels for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Arna Gaco
Updated over a week ago
What happens if my artwork gets returned?
An overview of how returns are treated for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
I'm going on holiday and won't be able to send any artwork. What should I do?
A quick guide to artwork holiday maintenance for Bluethumb artists
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
A collector has just purchased multiple artworks. How does the shipping work?
A quick recap on what to do for Bluethumb artists selling more than one artwork to the same buyer
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Can I sell my artwork to someone outside of Australia through Bluethumb?
A quick recap on selling art internationally with Bluethumb
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Can I sell my artwork on Bluethumb if I live outside Australia?
Info for artists not in Australia who wish to create a Bluethumb artist profile
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Promotion
How do I become a featured artist?
A short overview on Bluethumb featured artists
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Why haven't I been promoted on the website or social media?
A short overview on increasing your chances of being promoted by Bluethumb
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
I've been removed from the featured artist list
Where to find Bluethumb featured artists
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
How can I promote my artwork?
Practical tips for Bluethumb artists to help promote their art to potential collectors
Written by
Sarah Hughes
Updated over a week ago
Deactivating your Account
I want to deactivate/delete my account
Instructions for Bluethumb artists wishing to change their account status
Written by
Altair Balmeo
Updated over a week ago
My account is on hold/deactivated. What does this mean?
Article about pricing requirements for artists on Bluethumb
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago
External links and personal contact on Bluethumb profiles
Written by
Sheeraz Haider
Updated over a week ago