For the Artist

How do I apply to be a Featured Artist?

Currently, our curatorial team invites artists to submit work for consideration as Featured Artists. To stay informed about upcoming open calls and submission opportunities, please sign up for our email updates.

How will The Art Market promote my work?

We promote the platform and participating artists through several channels including:

• Media partnerships such as Pasadena Now (300,000+ monthly readers)

• Social Media campaigns

• Email marketing to our Buyer Database

• Periodic live pop up events featuring artists and their work

Will I incur any expenses?

There are no upfront fees required for Artists to participate.

If an original artwork is sold, the artist is responsible for delivering the piece to our designated courier partner, either by drop off or by arranging a pick up. Any associated transportation costs are the responsibility of the artist.

Some artists may need to have their work professionally photographed or scanned so we can produce high quality Giclée prints. This is optional but recommended to ensure the best reproduction quality.

Am I responsible for delivering my artwork to the buyer?

No, The Art Market coordinates delivery to the buyer through a professional courier service.

Artists are responsible for getting the artwork to the courier by either drop off or arranging pickup at their own expense.

How long will my artwork be exhibited?

Artwork is exhibited on The Art Market for an initial three month period. After this period, artists transition to Archived Artist status as part of our Artists Collective. While Archived, artwork and prints may remain available for sale and artists may still receive payouts through the Collective when applicable. 

Can I substitute my pieces if my artwork doesn’t sell?

As each artwork is carefully selected by our curatorial team as part of the exhibition, we cannot substitute accepted pieces

Artists may request to remove a piece after the initial commitment period. Any replacement artwork must be reviewed and approved by our curatorial team before being added to the platform.

How much will I be paid?

For original artwork sales, artists receive:

• 65% of the sale price

• 5% contributed to the Artists Collective

The Artists Collective is a shared pool that supports participating artists across the platform. Every quarter, artists who have sold at least one original artwork during that quarter receive a pro rated distribution from the Collective based on total platform sales.

For prints and licensing, please refer to the Artist Fee Schedule for a full breakdown.

How soon will I be paid after a sale?

For original artwork and Giclée print sales, artists are paid within 30 days after the artwork has been received and accepted by the buyer.

For Artists Collective distributions, payouts are made within 30 days after the end of each calendar quarter.

Can I refer other artists?

Yes. We are always interested in discovering and supporting emerging artists. You are welcome to refer artists to our curatorial team, or they may apply online directly. While submissions are currently by invitation or limited call, we review referrals and maintain a list of potential future artists.

How do you determine the value of my artwork?

Our curatorial team brings years of experience working with galleries and artists to guide pricing. 

We consider factors such as the artist’s body of work, comparable sales, market trends and reproduction potential in order to set pricing that reflects the value of the work while maximizing the likelihood of a sale. 

Can I sell my artwork elsewhere while exhibited on The Art Market?

To allow us to fully promote and represent your work, we ask that The Art Market be the exclusive representative for your original artworks and prints during the exhibition period.

We understand that special circumstances may arise and are happy to discuss potential exceptions if needed.

I’m in love with my originals. Can I sell only Giclée prints through The Art Market?

Yes. Artists may choose to sell prints through The Art Market even if the original artwork is sold elsewhere or privately. 

I have artwork listed on my own website. What should I do?

If it is artwork being exhibited through The Art Market, we ask that you note on your website that the original is Not For Sale there and directs buyers to The Art Market listing.

Can artists outside of California participate?

Yes. Because The Art Market operates primarily online, artists can participate from anywhere. 

Artists outside the Greater Los Angeles area are responsible for the cost of transporting their artwork to our designated courier partner if a sale occurs.

If my artwork doesn’t sell during the exhibition, can I reapply?

Yes, artists may request another exhibition period from the curatorial team. Alternatively your work may remain available as part of the Artist Archives, where it can still be purchased while The Art Market continues to promote the platform. 

Do you facilitate commissioned artwork?

Yes. Buyers occasionally inquire about commissioned work. If a buyer expresses interest, we will contact the artists to determine whether they are interested in accepting the commission. Final approval is always at the artists discretion. Standard original artwork fees apply.

Can The Art Market license my images?

Yes. Artists may opt in to allow The Art Market to represent their images for licensing opportunities. We work with contacts in advertising, publishing and product manufacturing who may be interested in licensing artwork for merchandise, campaigns or other uses. While we cannot guarantee licensing placements, we actively promote these opportunities.