Sell your art online with lower fees & growth tools.
Art Platform Highlights
For Emerging Artists
As an emerging artist, I know how hard it is to stand out on oversaturated platforms.
That’s why I created saïd + art—a growing marketplace where your art gets the attention it deserves. No pay-to-play algorithms, no hidden fees. By joining now, you’re getting in early and positioning yourself for success as we grow together.
Simple Pricing
I’ve designed saïd + art to be fair and transparent. My paid tiers offer expanded features like better placement in your local market and access to premium tools, but I’ll never manipulate your visibility based on how much you pay. Your success is my success, and I’m here to help you thrive.
Empowerment via Education
What sets saïd + art apart is my commitment to your long-term success. I don’t just want to help you sell art—I want to teach you how to sell and market your art on your own.
That’s why I’ve created free courses and resources to give you the skills and confidence to grow beyond the platform and take full control of your art business.
Marketing Boost
saïd + art isn’t here to replace your existing marketing channels—it’s here to amplify them. Use it alongside platforms like Saatchi Art or Singulart to increase your online visibility.
Better yet, use saïd + art as your go-to platform for repeat clients, where you’ll pay significantly lower commission fees.
Phase 1
For artists starting their journey, building their portfolio, and exploring new opportunities.- 20 Product Limit
- Sales Analytics
- Online Sales & Marketing 101
- Discord Community
Phase 2
For artists ready to grow their business, with advanced tools and higher visibility.- 50 Product Limit
- Enhanced Analytics
- Premium Courses (coming soon)
- Discord & Email Support
Phase 3
For established artist who are comfortably scaling but don't need a full website to have to maintain.- 500 Product Limit
- Enhanced Analytics
- Premium Courses (coming soon)
- Discord & Email Support
Phase 4
For established artists seeking top-tier exposure, exclusive benefits, and a voice in shaping the platform.- 1000 Product Limit
- Enhanced Analytics
- Email & Video Support
- Optional Online Store
Compare with Singulart or Saatchi Art
Key Features | saïd + art | Singulart | Saatchi Art |
Commission Rates | 20% to 30% | Starts at 50%+ | Starts at 40%+ |
Free Plan | Yes | No | Yes |
Courses | Yes | No | No |
Support | Dedicated | Dedicated | Limited |
Upfront Costs | None | $29.99 | None |
Global Reach | Growing US | 165+ countries | 140+ countries |
Traffic | Building | 1M+/month | 2M+/month |
For Art Collectors
Discover New Art
- Browse our extensive, searchable database of artists and artworks
- Use advanced filters to find pieces that match your taste and budget
- Stay updated with new works from your favorite artists
Build Your Collection
- Manage and showcase your personal collection
- Access tools for art valuation and market trends
- Connect with artists for private commissions
Engage with the Art Community
- Participate in our collector’s forum
- Attend exclusive events and exhibitions
- Access educational resources on art collecting and investing
Collector Features Roadmap
- Searchable database of artists and artworks
- Wishlist or favorites feature
- Private messaging system to contact artists
- Notification system for new works by favorite artists
- Art valuation tools or resources
- Collection management features
- Authentication and provenance tracking
- Market trends and analytics
- Event calendar for auctions and exhibitions
- Curated collections or recommendations
- Educational resources on art investing
- Community forum for collectors
Integration with insurance providers - Condition report request system
- Virtual gallery for showcasing personal collections
Why Choose to sell on saïd + art?
Early Adopter Advantage
As an emerging artist, it’s tough to stand out on oversaturated platforms. saïd + art is different; it’s a growing marketplace where your art gets the attention it deserves—no pay-to-play algorithms, no hidden fees.
By joining now, you’re getting in early and positioning yourself for success as we grow together.
Expanded Features, Not Gated Visibility
The paid tiers offer expanded features like better placement in your regional market and access to premium tools, but it’ll never manipulate your visibility based on how much you pay. Our success is symbiotic.
Global Potential, Local Focus
While I’m currently focused on the US market, saïd + art is designed to grow with you. As the marketplace expands internationally, you’ll have the opportunity to reach collectors worldwide—all while enjoying lower commission fees and a platform that truly supports your professional growth.
Your Marketing Boost
saïd + art isn’t here to replace your existing marketing channels—it’s here to amplify them.
Use it alongside platforms like Saatchi Art to increase your online visibility. Better yet, use saïd + art as your go-to platform for repeat clients, where you’ll pay significantly lower commission fees.
Empowerment Through Education
What sets saïd + art apart is my commitment to your long-term success. I don’t just want to help you sell art—I want to help you learn how to sell and market your art on your own.
My free courses and resources are designed to give you the skills and confidence to grow beyond the platform and take full control of your art business.
I Believe in You
Other platforms rely on keeping you dependent to maintain their commission fees. At saïd + art, I believe in your potential to grow beyond this platform. That’s why I’m here to support you every step of the way—not just as a marketplace, but as a partner in your journey.
FAQs
Plans & Pricing
What does the commission fee cover?
The commission fee covers transaction processing, platform maintenance, and hosting. It ensures saïd + art stays secure, user-friendly, and supportive of your growth.
Can I switch plans?
Yes! You can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time to suit your needs. If you're planning of switching hosting for your website, I recommend you give me a 45-day notice to help you transition out and minimize your website's down time as your new hosting provider makes the nameserver changes and you replace my agency APIs with your own plugin (~$1200+ annually) licenses.
Is there a long-term commitment?
No, you’re never locked into a long-term commitment. Plans are billed monthly, and you can cancel anytime.
If you're insistent on paying for the year, you can reach out and I'll work out a deal with you.
Payment & Fees
How do I get paid?
Payments are processed through Stripe. You’ll receive an email notification to review and fulfill each order, and your earnings will be deposited into your bank account within up to 14 business days after delivery confirmation.
How are commission fees calculated?
I value equity over perceived equality, so a flat rate doesn't align with this belief.
The model is at the core of what makes saïd + art so essential for emerging artists to market and sell their work, without paying higher fees early in their careers while more established artists can offer new collectors 'entry-level' art prices to introduce their work before positioning their higher-value collections:
- 20% for art under $1K,
- 25% for art under $5K,
- 30% for art over $5K.
Can I offer discounts?
The quick answer is yes. You can create coupons and discounts to incentivize sales and attract art collectors; remember that fine art is still a luxury item and discounts should be rare and positioned in a way that doesn't devalue the perception of your work.
Commission rates apply after the discount so that both the artist and platform share it.
Example: An art piece priced at $1500 has a projected commission rate of 25%, but if the post discount price falls under $1K, the final commission rate will be 20% from the sale price point.
Do I need to handle taxes?
Yes, you’re responsible for handling your own taxes. Stripe will provide 1099-K tax reports to help you file.
Are there transaction fees?
No, the commission fee is all-inclusive. There are no hidden transaction fees.
What payment methods are accepted?
saïd + art accepts all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX) through Stripe.
Storefront & Listings
How do I list my art?
Once you’ve signed up, you’ll have access to your own shop dashboard where you can upload up to 20 to 1000 pieces of art (or more, depending on your plan).
Is the storefront easy to use?
Yes! The interface is intuitive, and I provide tutorials to guide you through setting up and optimizing your storefront.
How do I know which art to list?
Focus on your best and most cohesive work. The product limits are designed to help you curate a thoughtful collection that resonates with buyers and to prevent spamming the platform or having anyone dominate it.
Can I customize my storefront?
Customization is limited due to the nature of the platform. The focus is on your art and to make online sales as frictionless as possible. You can add content to position your brand within the market, but not visual customizations.
What happens if I reach my product limit?
If you’re on a higher plan and hit your product limit, you can expand your listings by upgrading to the next tier. The final tier includes an optional website with WooCommerce and you can upload your entire body of work and encourage your returning art patrons to buy directly from you to avoid even my platform fees.
How does saïd + art help me grow beyond the platform?
saïd + art is designed to help you gain independence. My free courses teach you how to sell and market your art, so you can grow your own audience and thrive beyond the platform.
The $99/month is excellent for artists whose work is starting to sell with more consistency and it has the lowest platform fees; plus, the WooCommerce store is where you want to take your recurring patrons for unlimited art piece uploads to avoid further commission charges when they buy directly.
Support & Customer Service
What support options are available?
- Phase 1 members get access to the private Discord community.
- Phase 2 includes email support.
- Phase 3 includes video support.
- Phase 4 includes phone support & quarterly check-ins.
How do I connect with support?
You can message support directly from your dashboard to get a responce within 2 business days, max.
What happens if there’s a dispute with a buyer?
If you and a buyer can’t resolve an issue, I’ll step in as a mediator to ensure a fair and quick resolution. If you still disagree with the decision, I encourage you to escalate with Stripe.
Can I get a refund?
The forever free Phase 1 planned is designed for you to test the platform risk-free. Phase 2 & 3 have feature extensions of what the Phase 1 already offers, so no, there are no refunds.
Phase 4 offers a 30-day money back guarantee to test your WooCommerce store if you decided to included it in your available features.
Why is the Woo store optional for Phase 4 members?
Different artists have different approaches to marketing their work. Some want to take advantage of the lowest possible platform fees and increase their product limits. Others are more interested in the value that premium courses offer to guide them to better sell their art.
And the last bloc might simply have a website they're happy with and don't really need the Woo option.
The motivation behind how I propose features is equity. It's there for those who feel they need it.
Policies & Legal
Do I need to agree to any terms before selling?
Yes, you’ll need to agree to saïd + art’s terms and conditions before listing your art. This ensures you understand the platform’s policies and your responsibilities as a seller.
Who owns the intellectual property rights to my art?
You retain full rights to your work as long as it’s your original creation. saïd + art is not liable for facilitating the sale of any items that infringe on intellectual property rights.
What happens if my account is suspended or terminated?
saïd + art reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate platform policies. Specific terms are outlined in the legal agreement.
Top Art Platform Concerns
Why should I choose saïd + art over competitors like Saatchi Art?
saïd + art offers lower commission fees (starting at 25%), a free plan, and free courses to help you grow your art business. Unlike other platforms, I’m committed to helping you gain independence and thrive beyond my platform.
What if I don’t have a big audience or social media following?
saïd + art is designed to help you grow your audience. Cross-promote by including my Instagram in your posts (I’ll approve balanced, non-spammy content), and I’ll help amplify your reach.
How do I know saïd + art will grow and succeed?
While nothing is guaranteed, joining early gives you the chance to shape the platform’s future and grow with a supportive community.
What if I’m not tech-savvy?
The interface is simple to use, and I’m building a knowledge library with screenshots and video tutorials to guide you every step of the way. Higher plans also mean more dedicated support.
Monetization
My main goal is to help independent artists sell more of their art while building their reputation and careers.
There are many traditional and virtual galleries that already do this. However, their commission fees typically start at 40%+ and they tend to promote more established artists or artists they feel have more potential to make the gallery money.
saïd + art will be free to join as an artist to customize their user profiles and collectors will have their viewer profiles upgraded to that of a collector where they may manage it as it grows.
Visual artists will forever be able to market up to 20 art pieces for free.
Commission fees for sold work are from 25% to 20%, depending on the artist’s subscription phase.
The business model is designed to let you keep more of your sales the better you get, and mitigate your investment risk while you’re still starting out.
That’s fair, right?
Furthermore, every registered user on the platform, both artist & art collector, will automatically become eligible for the affiliate program (coming soon).
Meaning, if you help send tracked traffic to the website and a site visitor makes a purchase, you will get 10% of the final sale. This way, we’re collectively promoting both our work and that of our colleagues.
We’re all in it, together.
Click “free artist registration” to create your account and build your portfolio gallery page.
Saïd
artist + founder