Artist FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions from Artists and Sellers on uploading and selling artworks on Cohart

Why is Cohart different from other art platforms?

How much does it cost?

What is Cohart’s take-rate?

If I’m an artist with a gallery, how does it work?

Can I sell my art under a business name or an alias?

Does my business need to be registered?

Do I lose any rights to the art that I sell through you?

Can I still sell my artwork, or prints of my artwork on other websites or platforms?

Are there a minimum / maximum number of artworks that need to be in my storefront?

Does Cohart only list original artworks? Or can I sell prints and or other merchandise with my artwork on it?

Why list on Cohart vs other platforms?

How do I sell on Cohart?

Does Cohart own inventory and sell artwork itself?

What happens after I have made a sale?

How does the authentication process work?

Can a buyer’s experience affect my seller standing with Cohart?

Why was my Seller Account suspended?

 

Why is Cohart different from other art platforms?

Cohart was created to give artists more control and higher earnings. We charge only a 5% transaction fee, so you keep 95% of your sale. Your Cohart storefront works as an all-in-one hub for sales across all your channels while we handle logistics like shipping coordination and customer service. You have control over client relationships, and we provide your collectors with digital certificates for easy showcasing of your art. As a Cohart artist, your work is promoted in various ways, giving you more visibility and sales opportunities. We’re taking a different approach to supporting artists and building a community-driven space that works for you! 

To read more about Cohart and how we benefit artists, collectors, and beyond, click here.

How much does Cohart cost?

Like all the best things in life, Cohart is free.

What is Cohart’s take-rate?

Artists receive 95% of their total earnings, with Cohart charging a 5% transaction fee to cover payment processing, logistics, insurance, authentication, support and all other services. A breakdown of fees is provided to every artist when they make a sale.

If I’m an artist with a gallery, how does it work?

We do not facilitate sales between artists and galleries. Any artist with a gallery can showcase their work on Cohart. Any galleries can also build profiles on Cohart.

Can I sell my art under a business name or an alias?

Absolutely! You can use a business name, personal name, or artist alias as your public display name on your Cohart profile.

Does my business need to be registered?

You're responsible for complying with any governmental or state regulations that might apply to your business. We will request that you fill out appropriate tax paperwork (eg a w8 or w9) annually in order to issue your earnings on sales.

Do I lose any rights to the art that I sell through you?

No! You retain rights to your artwork. We do reserve the right to use your artworks in promotional marketing efforts, but if you're uncomfortable with that, you can always let us know here.

Can I still sell my artwork, or prints of my artwork on other websites or platforms?

Yes, we are a non-exclusive platform, so you're welcome to list your works on any other websites that you'd like, while listing on Cohart.

Are there a minimum / maximum number of artworks that need to be in my storefront?

Nope, you just need 3 artworks uploaded initially in order to become verified. After that you can maintain your storefront as you like.

Does Cohart only list original artworks? Or can I sell prints and or other merchandise with my artwork on it?

As a visual art platform, we support the listing of original works of art, as well as limited and open edition prints (photography, screen printing, digital prints, etc). At this time we aren’t able to support additional types of merchandise with art printed on it (such as apparel, homewares, etc).

Why list on Cohart vs other platforms?

 We’re founded, led, and run by artists and art lovers, for artists and art lovers. We built Cohart because we want to see artists not just sustain, but scale their careers.

Cohart allows you to directly connect with collectors and curators, while getting full, hands-on support from a team of experts who can help with everything from pricing - to ensure you get maximum market value for your work - to shipping and production logistics.

  • We provide both you and the buyer with sales and shipping support, fraud prevention, handling of returns, and anything else that comes up along the way.
  • Buyers who purchase from Cohart are automatically invited to join your collector community, so you can stay connected and grow your network.
You control your own storefront, presenting yourself the way you want. Tell your story in a compelling way that showcases who you are alongside your available works. Manage your relationships with your fans and collectors all from a single dashboard.

And we do it all, for less. We only take a 5% transaction fee, meaning you make more selling with us than on other online marketplaces, or in galleries.

How do I sell on Cohart?

You must become a verified artist to enable your e-commerce storefront on your Cohart profile. Read more about becoming verified, here.

Does Cohart own inventory and sell artwork itself?

No, artworks listed on Cohart come directly from a living and practicing artist’s studio.

What happens after I have made a sale?

Head over here for more detailed guides on this process!

How does the authentication process work?

We verify your status as a practicing artist. As part of our process, you'll sign a certificate of authenticity, which is included with your artwork shipment. We're also developing blockchain-enabled certificates and loyalty programs to enhance the trust and security of your art transactions.

Can a buyer’s experience affect my seller standing with Cohart?

Yes, quality issues with the artwork or the packaging can create issues with buyers. We provide guidelines for packaging to help ensure the best experience for your collectors.

Why was my Seller Account suspended?

If your Seller Account has been suspended, please contact our support team for further assistance and clarification regarding the specific reasons for the suspension. They will be able to provide you with guidance on how to address the situation and potentially reinstate your account.