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Follow artists. Hear their stories. Collect when it feels right.

“Community-Driven Creative Marketplace”

Your "Community Curator"

This is the repeatable system artists can follow—and that Up Arts Gallery can power behind the scenes.

STEP 1: DISCOVERY

“How people find you”

Where it happens:

  • Up Arts Gallery profile
  • Art shows & events
  • Word of mouth

What matters:

  • Clear visuals
  • A short, human artist story
  • Easy way to learn more

Up Arts Gallery supports:
Artist profiles, galleries, local visibility



STEP 2: CAPTURE

“Don’t let interest disappear”

What to do:

  • Offer a simple way to stay in touch
  • Use a QR code at shows
  • Ask permission, not commitment

Example language:

“If you’d like studio updates or future work, you’re welcome to join my list.”

Up Arts Gallery supports:
QR codes, email capture forms



STEP 3: WELCOME

“Start the relationship”

What happens:

  • Automatic welcome message
  • Thank them for joining
  • Share one meaningful story or piece

Purpose:

  • Build trust
  • Set expectations
  • Create warmth

Up Arts Gallery supports:
Welcome emails, story templates



STEP 4: NURTURE

“Stay connected without selling”

What to share:

  • Behind-the-scenes moments
  • New work in progress
  • Upcoming shows
  • Personal reflections

Frequency:

  • 1–2 times per month

Tone:

  • Honest
  • Human
  • Unrushed

Up Arts Gallery supports:
Story prompts, email templates



STEP 5: INVITE

“Let people buy when they’re ready”

How to invite:

  • Share availability naturally
  • Mention pricing clearly
  • Offer previews or early access

Example:

“This piece will be available this weekend if it speaks to you.”

Up Arts Gallery supports:
Artwork listings, price context, collector notifications



STEP 6: FOLLOW UP

“Most sales happen here”

What to do:

  • Send a gentle follow-up
  • Share related work
  • Invite questions

No pressure. No guilt.



STEP 7: REPEAT SIMPLY

“Consistency beats intensity”

Monthly rhythm:

  • Share → Connect → Invite
  • Adjust based on what feels right
  • Keep it human

Result:
Predictable sales. Stronger collectors. Less stress.

By Jeff Hitzler February 8, 2026
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By Jeff Hitzler January 29, 2026
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By Jeff Hitzler January 29, 2026
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By Jeff Hitzler January 20, 2026
Here are the five most common reasons artists struggle to sell their art , based on artist surveys, gallery feedback, art-fair data, and what consistently shows up when artists talk candidly about money and sales—followed by clear, practical steps to fix each one . I’ll keep this grounded and artist-friendly, not “hustle bro” advice.
By Jeff Hitzler January 20, 2026
Goal: Turn interest into relationships, and relationships into repeat art sales—without feeling salesy.
By Jeff Hitzler January 13, 2026
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By Jeff Hitzler December 19, 2025
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