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Step 1
Secure a web host for a website. An Internet presence is one of the most important things you can have as an artist. This will ensure your work is seen by the largest number of potential buyers as possible. Look for a web host that provides easy-to-use shopping cart and online payment options. Make sure there is ample storage space for the high-quality images your art website will display.
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Step 2
Design your website with online tools provided by your web host. You won't need any special web design experience or knowledge to make your website look great. It's an art web site, so you want to showcase your work and let it do the talking for you. The front page of your website should be a brief bio about you, telling a little about your artistic inspiration, how you came to work as an artist, and what mediums you prefer to work in. Include a simple navigational menu that will take visitors to your galleries by medium, such as paintings, sketches and sculptures.
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Step 3
Make each page a convenient gallery of thumbnails for a clean look. Make the thumbnails link to a larger photo of the art piece with pricing information as well as a brief description. Web hosts often provide templates for creating easy galleries.
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Step 4
Ensure that each print is numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity. You can create your certificates on your computer using word-processing software and blank printable certificates from an office supply store.
