Why is the required image resolution so high?

Artfinder requires all artwork images to be at least 1200px on the shortest side. This minimum resolution ensures your artwork is displayed at the highest possible quality across the site, without image degradation or the need for upscaling.

Our data consistently shows that buyers are far more likely to purchase artwork when listings include high-quality images. Meeting our image requirements also allows us to feature your work in marketing emails, social media, curated collections on the website, and on the Artfinder blog, helping to increase your exposure to potential buyers.

High-quality images also give customers a clear and accurate representation of the artwork they're purchasing. This helps set the right expectations and reduces the likelihood of returns due to the artwork not matching the listing.

To provide the best buying experience, we do not allow watermarks on artwork images. Watermarks can distract buyers and make images unsuitable for use in promotional materials, such as marketing emails or external advertising, significantly limiting opportunities to showcase your work.

We understand that image theft is a genuine concern for artists, and that displaying high-resolution images online can feel like a risk. To help protect your work, visitors cannot simply drag and save images from the site. We also focus on promoting the value and authenticity of purchasing through Artfinder by highlighting features such as artist signatures, edition numbers, and certificates of authenticity.

While unauthorised copying is an unfortunate reality of selling artwork online, we believe the benefits of showcasing your work with high-quality images far outweigh the risks. Our goal is to help artists connect with genuine buyers and sell original artwork, while continuing to improve the ways we protect and support our artist community.