Sell Your Art Online With Your Own Unique Website
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Sell Your Art Online with a Unique Website
Overview
To effectively sell your art online, having your own professional website is crucial. Forget free website builders; you need a site with a unique domain name like www.yourname.com to truly stand out.
Why Avoid Free Website Services
Using free web services can undermine your professionalism. Providers of these sites often fill your pages with unrelated ads and pop-ups, which can distract visitors from your art. Moreover, if the provider shuts down, your hard work could vanish overnight. In contrast, with your own domain, you can easily switch hosting services without losing your site’s identity.
Professionalism and Branding
A unique website conveys professionalism and dedication. It looks impressive on business cards and enhances your brand identity. Avoid cluttered URLs like http://www.somefreewebsite.com/artists/yourgallery/index.html, which are hard to remember and unprofessional.
Convenience for You and Your Customers
Having your own website ensures accessibility worldwide, 24/7. When traveling, you can simply direct potential customers to your site instead of carrying a physical portfolio. This way, you never miss an opportunity, no matter where you are or where they are.
Steps to Get Started
1. Register Your Domain
Start by registering your unique domain name at an affordable price. Websites like [GoDaddy](http://www.godaddy.com) offer competitive rates.
2. Design Your Website
Decide whether to hire a web designer or create the site yourself. Here are some tips for designing your site:
- Keep it Simple: Avoid excessive graphics and multimedia to ensure fast load times.
- Easy Navigation: Consistent and intuitive navigation is key.
- Contact Information: Include a "contact us" link on every page.
- Standardized Links: Keep link colors traditional?"blue for unvisited, purple for visited.
- Avoid Animation: Steer clear of animated graphics that can distract from your art.
DIY Web Design Resources
If you choose to design the website yourself, online resources abound. [W3Schools](http://www.w3schools.com/) offers excellent tutorials on HTML and web design. For those who prefer books, consider "Learning Web Design" by Jennifer Niederst, or browse Amazon for highly-rated beginner web design books.
Conclusion
Creating your own art website is an exciting venture that enhances your professional standing and widens your reach. If you have further questions, feel free to contact me at ralph@sellingartnews.com. For more insights, visit [Selling Art News](http://www.sellingartnews.com).
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