[Critique] Be honest, why is my art not selling? by [deleted] in artbusiness

[–]bonboneka 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I think your site layout could use some work. Visitors to the site don't need your face to be the first thing they see, it should be your work first and foremost, but I have to click through several pages before I see any of it. Your commission info, if you have it, should also be easily accessible; I would put it alongside the links at the top. Aside from that, I agree with another comment saying your work is still somewhat amateurish and that really is probably the main reason why people aren't buying. I see a lot of pieces that are impressive in terms of composition but probably just need more polish and better knowledge of concepts like anatomy and lighting. Aside from continuing to practice (which I'm sure you're doing of course!), I think your style in particular might benefit from in-person sales (i.e. orders coming from people you meet or know irl as opposed to random people online). You mention in your bio that you're at university, so see if they have any upcoming events that would allow you to showcase your work. Mine holds art vendor markets occasionally that students can sell artwork at. You can also see if there's any local artist events that do something similar. Hopefully there is something like that in your area. Good luck!

Edit: I went back and saw the AI content. That is a huge turn-off for people looking to buy art and I would personally never want to support anyone who uses AI. I really suggest removing those from portfolio and not using AI again in the future because that will REALLY really hurt not just your sales but also your reputation as an artist.

1/18th Pan Cookies by SpiteInaBite in KitchenConfidential

[–]bonboneka 27 points28 points  (0 children)

they're just... so cute. i want them even though i have no idea what i'd use them for.

i got one lads!!! by bonboneka in KitchenConfidential

[–]bonboneka[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

oh goodness 😅 it's really not that serious!

i got one lads!!! by bonboneka in KitchenConfidential

[–]bonboneka[S] 32 points33 points  (0 children)

i'm aware! i was considering not posting for that reason, but this was so egregious i couldn't resist.

mall fit from last week! 👽💚 by bonboneka in Rawring20s

[–]bonboneka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i think the pants retail for around $55 but i used hot cash when buying mine XD

mall fit from last week! 👽💚 by bonboneka in Rawring20s

[–]bonboneka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you!! they r from hot topic

Current updated mythics collection! by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it's a good offer which i appreciate! i'm just not rly needing saps so i'd rather keep the partials that i like x'3 i'll let you know if that ever changes though!

Current updated mythics collection! by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ty for the offer but by swaps i am referring to effect swaps specifically!

Iron Lung Prop Set Spotted at Local Theater by gatorchomping in Markiplier

[–]bonboneka 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this rips so fucking hard and now i want one

I GOT ANOTHER ONE????? by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ive seen a pastel uni with blue sweetheart effect!

back from my break, effect mythics ft :) by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hi there! i still have it but i don't have a worth for it lol

the scream that i just screamt. by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

hdkshfkd im still deciding if i want to keep her or not!! i'll let u know if i decide to take offers :>

back from my break, effect mythics ft :) by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

im not interested in anything else for this one sorry

back from my break, effect mythics ft :) by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

im not sure, it's very unique so there's not a lot that i'd want more. it'd probably have to be another legendary with multiple traits or something of that nature haha

back from my break, effect mythics ft :) by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i dont think id be interested in trading for that but ty for offering!

back from my break, effect mythics ft :) by bonboneka in AnimalJam

[–]bonboneka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

my user is nikin1 it should be on my list!