Empowering Creativity Through Revenue Generation

Adherence to these rules ensures a fair, transparent, and high-quality marketplace for all users.

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1. Authenticity and Ownership

• Originality: All artwork listed for sale must be the original creation of the seller.

• Proof of Authenticity: The seller must be able to provide proof of authenticity upon request. This may include a Certificate of Authenticity (COA), documentation of the creation process, or a clear chain of provenance.

• No Replicas or Unauthorized Prints: You may not sell unauthorized reproductions, replicas, or prints of another artist's work.

• Copyright and IP: The seller is responsible for ensuring that their artwork does not infringe on the copyright, trademark, or intellectual property of any third party.

2. Listing and Description

• Accuracy: The listing description must be accurate and truthful. It should include, but is not limited to:

  • Artist's name

  • Title of the artwork

  • Medium (e.g., oil on canvas, watercolor, mixed media, sculpture, digital print)

  • Dimensions (height x width x depth)

  • Year of creation

  • Condition of the artwork (e.g., excellent, good, with minor damage)

  • Framing status (framed, unframed, gallery-wrapped)

• Photographs:

  • Multiple high-quality photographs are required.

  • Photos should accurately represent the colors, texture, and condition of the artwork.

  • Include a photo of the artist's signature or mark.

  • Provide a photograph of the artwork in context (e.g., on a wall) to help buyers visualize its size.

• Pricing:

  • The price of the artwork must be clearly stated.

  • Pricing should be in a currency specified by the marketplace.

  • Sellers are encouraged to price their work fairly and in line with the market value of similar pieces.

3. Prohibited Content and Practices

• Offensive or Illegal Content: Artwork that is hateful, discriminatory, or promotes illegal acts is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, content that is racist, sexist, homophobic, or violent.

• Mass-Produced Items: The marketplace is for original, handmade, or limited-edition art. Mass-produced items, such as generic posters or commercially manufactured decorations, are not permitted.

• Misleading Information: Providing false information about the artwork, the artist, or the sale is grounds for removal from the platform.

• Encouraging Off-Platform Transactions: All sales must be completed through the marketplace's designated payment system. Sellers are not allowed to direct buyers to external websites or to complete the transaction outside of the platform.

4. Shipping and Returns

• Packaging: Sellers are responsible for packaging the artwork securely to prevent damage during shipping.

• Shipping Costs: The cost of shipping should be clearly stated in the listing or calculated at checkout.

• Timely Shipping: The artwork must be shipped within the timeframe specified in the listing.

• Return Policy: The seller's return policy must be clearly stated. This includes the conditions for returns, the timeframe for return requests, and who is responsible for return shipping costs.

• Damaged Items: If an item arrives damaged, the buyer must report it within a specific timeframe (e.g., 48 hours). The seller is responsible for working with the buyer and the shipping carrier to resolve the issue.

5. Seller Conduct

• Communication: Sellers must respond to buyer inquiries and messages in a timely and professional manner.

• Professionalism: Maintain a respectful and professional demeanor in all interactions with buyers and other members of the community.

• Ratings and Reviews: Do not attempt to manipulate the ratings or review system.

• Compliance: All sellers must comply with these rules and any other policies set forth by the marketplace.

 

Violation of these rules may result in the removal of the listing, suspension of the seller's account, or permanent ban from the platform.

 

These rules are subject to change. It is the seller's responsibility to stay informed about the most current version of the marketplace rules.