A Guide to Pricing Your Artwork

There are multiple ways to price your artwork for sale. Below we will show you two different ways.

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Pricing Artwork Guideline. Option one. To work out the pricing for your artwork, a simple method is to charge by the square inch. To do this you multiply the length by the width of your painting. For example, 8inch wide x 8inch long = 64 euro
8x8=64 euro + materials + framing. If you charge 1 euro per square inch, that would be 64 euro. Add the price of materials plus framing. If you feel the total is not enough, add what you feel is appropriate tot he total. Don't under value, be happy!
Option two. Another way of deciding on an appropriate price for your painting, you can decide on an hourly rate to pay yourself. Calculate the number of hours you have spent creating the piece. Remember to add materials and framing costs

Top Tips for Pricing Your Artwork

1. Know your costs
 Think about how much money you spent making the artwork. This includes:

  • Materials (paint, canvas, clay, etc.), Frames or packaging, Any transport or postage costs

You should always cover your costs and make a bit extra for your time and effort.

2. Think about your time
 Your time is valuable. Ask yourself:

  • How many hours did I spend on this piece?, What is a fair hourly rate for my work?

Even if you're still learning, your time and skills matter.

3. Start with a simple formula
 Another basic way to price your artwork is:

Materials + Time = Minimum Price

Then, if you're ready, you can add a little more for:

  • Your style or uniqueness, Your experience or training, A small profit

4. Check what others are charging
 Look at other artists who are at the same level as you.

  • What are they charging?, Are their pieces a similar size or style?