How to Sell Your Art Online in India Without Inventory: The Artists' Corner Guide
You have the artwork. You have the ideas. You may even have an entire collection sitting in your portfolio, sketchbook or hard drive.
What you might not have is the time, money or infrastructure to turn all that creativity into a business.
Producing merchandise traditionally means finding manufacturers, ordering samples, investing in stock, managing storage, packaging orders and arranging deliveries. For independent artists, these responsibilities can quickly become more demanding than creating the artwork itself.
That's where Artists' Corner by RightGifting comes in.
Artists' Corner is a made-to-order merchandise platform that helps independent artists, illustrators, graphic designers and creative professionals turn original artwork into physical products. Artists can showcase their work, select eligible products, set their own markup and earn when their products sell.
RightGifting manages the printing, product manufacturing, packing and shipping.
There is no need to purchase inventory upfront or manufacture products in bulk.
Whether you create digital illustrations, hand-painted artwork, surface patterns, typography or experimental graphic art, Artists' Corner offers an opportunity to take your work beyond its original medium and into people's everyday lives.
This guide explains how the programme works, how artists earn, which products are available, how to prepare artwork for printing and what to know before submitting your portfolio.
What Is Artists' Corner by RightGifting?
Artists' Corner is an artist-focused initiative by RightGifting, a Bengaluru-based custom printing and made-to-order product company.
The platform connects independent artists with customers looking for original artwork on practical, personalised lifestyle products.
An artist's illustration might become a statement T-shirt. A contemporary botanical painting could appear on a table runner. An expressive character design might work beautifully as a shape cushion, while a carefully constructed repeat pattern could find its way onto home furnishings.
The artwork becomes the creative foundation of a product collection.
Artists' Corner brings together three essential elements:
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Original artwork: The artist supplies their own creative work and print-ready files.
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Product selection and pricing: The artist chooses from eligible products and sets their markup above RightGifting's base price.
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Made-to-order production: RightGifting produces and dispatches products when customers place orders.
The result is an accessible way to sell artist-designed merchandise without having to operate a production facility or manage physical stock.
The programme is open to independent artists and emerging creators, subject to portfolio review and approval.
Why Sell Your Art Through a Made-to-Order Platform?
Creating artwork and running a merchandise business require different skills.
An illustrator might be exceptionally good at developing characters but have no experience sourcing fabric. A surface pattern designer may know how to build beautiful repeats but have no interest in managing a warehouse. A painter might want to sell products featuring their paintings without committing to hundreds of printed units.
Made-to-order production addresses several of these challenges.
1. No upfront inventory investment
Traditional merchandise production often involves minimum order quantities. Artists may have to order multiple sizes, colours or variations before knowing whether customers will purchase them.
With Artists' Corner, products are manufactured against orders rather than requiring artists to maintain their own stock.
This reduces the financial commitment associated with launching a merchandise collection.
2. More opportunities to monetise existing artwork
A completed illustration does not necessarily have to remain a single finished piece.
Depending on its composition, resolution and suitability, the same artwork can be adapted across different product categories.
A colourful geometric illustration, for example, might work as a T-shirt graphic, decorative cushion, tote bag or laptop sleeve.
Each eligible product creates another opportunity for a customer to discover and purchase that design.
3. Less operational responsibility
RightGifting handles the physical production process, including printing, making, packing and shipping orders.
Artists can concentrate on preparing artwork, developing collections, refining their visual identity and promoting their products.
4. A business model that can grow with your portfolio
Artists can develop collections around themes, visual styles, characters, colour palettes or particular audiences.
A single successful collection can also inform future work.
For example, an artist specialising in whimsical animal illustrations might develop a collection of cushions and bags, while a textile designer might build a coordinated home décor range.
The platform supports the commercial use of original artwork without requiring artists to manufacture every item themselves.
Who Can Apply to Artists' Corner?
Artists' Corner is designed for creators who have original artwork suitable for reproduction on physical products.
You do not need to own printing equipment or have previous merchandise-selling experience.
Potential applicants include:
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Digital illustrators and character designers
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Graphic designers and typography artists
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Painters working in acrylic, watercolour, gouache or mixed media
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Surface pattern and textile designers
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Cartoonists, comic artists and visual storytellers
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Freelance artists and independent designers
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Art students and emerging creators
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Established artists exploring merchandise collections
What matters is the originality of your work, its visual appeal and its suitability for printing.
A carefully developed portfolio of original illustrations can be just as relevant as an established body of paintings.
The artwork does, however, need to be your own or something you have the necessary commercial rights to reproduce.
How Artists' Corner Works: From Application to Your First Sale
The process begins with a portfolio submission and continues through artwork preparation, product selection, pricing and fulfilment.
Step 1: Submit your portfolio
Artists begin by submitting an application for review.
Prepare at least three samples of your original artwork, along with your email address and relevant social media profiles.
Your samples should represent the kind of work you would like to sell.
You can include a consistent series of illustrations, a selection of your strongest pieces or artwork that demonstrates your range.
A focused portfolio is generally more useful than a large collection of unrelated work.
Step 2: Portfolio review
Once submitted, your application is reviewed.
The expected review period is approximately 5 to 7 business days.
The review considers the suitability of your artwork for the Artists' Corner platform. Submission does not automatically guarantee approval.
Step 3: Prepare your artwork
After approval, artists submit print-ready versions of their selected designs.
These files must have sufficient resolution, appropriate dimensions and a suitable format for their intended products.
An image that looks sharp on a phone or laptop may not contain enough information to print clearly on a large fabric surface.
We explain the technical requirements in detail later in this guide.
Step 4: Choose your products
Approved artists can select from the eligible products available through RightGifting.
You can create a focused collection around a few complementary products or explore different categories based on your artwork.
For example, a repeating floral pattern may be suitable for table linens, while a standalone illustrated character might be better suited to a shape cushion.
Product eligibility, dimensions and print areas should be confirmed during onboarding.
Step 5: Set your markup
Every eligible product has a RightGifting base price.
The artist decides how much to add as their markup.
That markup determines the artist's earnings on each qualifying sale.
Step 6: Your collection goes live
Once the artwork, product selection and pricing are finalised, the approved collection can be made available for customers to purchase.
Customers can discover the artist's work and order products featuring the selected designs.
Step 7: RightGifting produces and ships the order
When a customer purchases an artist-designed product, RightGifting handles the physical production and dispatch.
The artist does not have to print, cut, stitch, package or ship the product themselves.
Step 8: Earn when your products sell
The artist earns their selected markup on each qualifying sale, subject to the programme's applicable terms.
The artwork remains available for future purchases according to the collection's listing arrangements.
This creates the possibility of earning from an existing design across multiple sales without manufacturing a new inventory batch.
How Do Artists Make Money on Artists' Corner?
Artists' Corner uses a markup-based earnings model.
RightGifting establishes the base price for an eligible product. The artist adds their preferred earnings amount to determine the product's selling price.
For example:
| Pricing component | Amount |
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| RightGifting base price | ₹800 |
| Artist's markup | ₹500 |
| Customer selling price | ₹1,300 |
| Artist's earnings per qualifying sale | ₹500 |
Illustrative example only. Actual base prices vary by product and configuration.
The artist's markup is the amount earned on each qualifying sale under this model.
This gives creators control over their pricing strategy.
An artist could choose a lower markup for an accessible everyday product or a higher markup for a specialised design with a distinctive audience.
Pricing should take into account the product category, intended customer, complexity of the artwork and perceived value of the finished product.
Understanding your potential earnings
Suppose an artist earns ₹300 per qualifying sale.
At 10 sales, that would represent ₹3,000 in artist earnings.
At 25 sales, it would represent ₹7,500.
At 50 sales, it would represent ₹15,000.
These are arithmetic examples, not sales forecasts or guaranteed income.
Actual earnings depend on customer demand, product pricing, the attractiveness of the collection, marketing activity and completed qualifying orders.
Artists should also confirm the applicable payout schedule, deductions, refunds and settlement arrangements during onboarding.
What Products Can Artists Sell Their Artwork On?
One of the most useful aspects of Artists' Corner is the variety of product categories available through RightGifting.
The right product can change how an artwork is experienced.
A painting becomes part of a living room. A pattern becomes part of a dining setting. An illustrated character becomes a fabric accessory someone carries every day.
The following RightGifting categories provide an overview of the merchandise possibilities. The exact products available to individual Artists' Corner collections depend on current programme eligibility.
Home décor and furnishings
Home décor is a natural category for artwork that uses expressive colour, composition, texture or repeating patterns.
Artists can explore products such as:
For example, a large-scale abstract illustration could make a striking cushion print, while a seamless geometric pattern could create a coordinated table setting.
Custom shape cushions are particularly interesting for artists who create distinctive characters or silhouettes.
These cushions use a printed satin front cut to the artwork's outer contour, a plain satin back and filling enclosed by a perimeter seam.
The finished product follows the shape of the artwork rather than requiring a conventional square or rectangular format.
Fashion and wearable art
RightGifting's fashion collection offers possibilities for turning artwork into wearable merchandise.
Depending on product eligibility, artists can explore T-shirts, hoodies and other fabric-based wearables.
Typography, graphic illustrations, character art, contemporary motifs and bold compositions are particularly suitable for this category.
Artwork should be developed with the garment's print area, scale, fabric and intended placement in mind.
A design created for a small chest print may require a different layout from an all-over garment print.
Bags and everyday accessories
Artwork can also be incorporated into products that customers use regularly.
Explore bags and pouches, including categories such as:
These products can work especially well for contemporary illustrations, compact patterns, expressive typography and cohesive artist collections.
A single pattern can also be adapted to different product dimensions to maintain a consistent visual identity.
Travel and lifestyle merchandise
Artwork that is bold, recognisable or highly personalised may suit travel products.
RightGifting offers categories such as custom luggage covers, which use printed stretch fabric fitted over an existing suitcase.
The cover incorporates openings for the suitcase handles and leaves the wheels accessible.
For artists, luggage covers offer a relatively large printable surface suited to recognisable graphic compositions and all-over patterns.
Pet-inspired artwork and accessories
Artists who specialise in animal illustrations, pet portraits or playful character designs can explore pet-related product categories.
These include pet blankets, pet collars, pet tags and other eligible pet accessories.
Product suitability will depend on the artwork's scale, available print area and material.
The goal is to choose products that complement the original artwork while remaining practical and visually appealing.
How to Choose the Right Products for Your Artwork
Putting artwork onto merchandise requires more than simply resizing an image.
Different products have different proportions, materials, seams and visible print areas.
A design that looks excellent on a square cushion may not translate directly onto a long table runner.
Before choosing products, consider the following.
Composition and aspect ratio
The aspect ratio describes the relationship between an artwork's width and height.
A square illustration may suit cushions and some canvas formats. A tall portrait composition may work better on a wall display or garment.
Wide panoramic artwork may be suitable for table runners or other elongated surfaces.
Cropping an image without considering the composition can remove important details.
Pattern versus placement
Some artwork is designed to appear as one complete composition.
Other artwork is intended to repeat across a surface.
A standalone illustration may be better suited to a centred placement, while a seamless repeat can cover larger fabric areas without visible interruptions.
Material characteristics
Fabric texture can influence how artwork appears.
A smooth satin surface may emphasise colour and lustre, while a textured woven fabric may give the same design a softer appearance.
The product material should support the intended aesthetic.
Audience and use
Think about who would buy the finished product.
A whimsical illustrated character might appeal to customers looking for expressive accessories.
A refined botanical pattern might suit contemporary home décor.
A bold graphic print may work well for statement fashion.
Choosing products around the artwork's likely audience can help create a more coherent collection.
Preparing Your Artwork for Professional Printing
A strong design file is essential to producing a successful physical product.
Print quality depends on several connected factors, including image resolution, physical dimensions, colour, file format, print placement, fabric and printing method.
The same artwork may produce different results depending on where and how it is printed.
Raster artwork versus vector artwork
Raster images are made from pixels.
Common raster formats include JPG, PNG, TIFF and PSD.
Photographs, scanned paintings, digital paintings and many Procreate illustrations are raster-based.
Raster artwork has a fixed number of pixels. Enlarging it beyond the available detail can produce visible pixelation, softness or blurred edges.
Vector artwork uses mathematically defined shapes and paths.
Common vector formats include AI, EPS and SVG. Some PDFs also contain vector information.
Vector artwork is especially useful for logos, typography, geometric illustrations and designs requiring substantial resizing.
However, saving a low-resolution image inside a vector-compatible file does not automatically improve its quality.
Understanding resolution, DPI and PPI
Resolution determines how much image detail is available for printing.
For digital artwork, pixels per inch (PPI) is the more precise measurement of image resolution at a given physical size.
DPI technically describes printer dots per inch, although the terms are often used interchangeably in customer-facing printing guidance.
The effective image resolution can be calculated using:
Image width in pixels ÷ print width in inches = effective PPI
For example, a 3,600-pixel-wide illustration printed at 12 inches has an effective resolution of 300 PPI.
If the same image is enlarged to 24 inches, the effective resolution falls to 150 PPI.
The image contains the same number of pixels in both cases. Only the physical size has changed.
Recommended resolution for different print sizes
As a general preparation guide:
| Intended print | Recommended target |
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| Small cushions and compact graphics | 300 PPI |
| T-shirt graphics and smaller wearables | Around 300 PPI where practical |
| Large blankets and home furnishings | Around 150 PPI |
| Large-format displays viewed from a distance | Depends on viewing distance and print specifications |
These are general preparation targets rather than guarantees of print quality.
Fine detail, viewing distance, artwork type and the selected printing process can affect the resolution required.
Example pixel dimensions
| Print dimensions | Resolution | File dimensions |
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| 12 × 12 inches | 300 PPI | 3,600 × 3,600 px |
| 20 × 20 inches | 300 PPI | 6,000 × 6,000 px |
| 30 × 17 inches | 150 PPI | 4,500 × 2,550 px |
| 30 × 17 inches | 300 PPI | 9,000 × 5,100 px |
| 32 × 40 inches | 300 PPI | 9,600 × 12,000 px |
These examples show how pixel requirements increase with physical print size.
Actual product templates and print dimensions should always take precedence over generic examples.
Why changing the DPI number does not improve an image
A common mistake is changing an image's resolution setting from 72 DPI to 300 DPI without changing its actual pixel dimensions.
This does not create new visual detail.
A 1,000 × 1,000 pixel image remains a 1,000 × 1,000 pixel image regardless of the resolution number saved in its metadata.
For better results, return to the original artwork and export it at the required physical dimensions with sufficient pixel information.
Preparing artwork in Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator and Canva
Different applications offer different export options.
For Procreate artwork, establish a suitable canvas size before beginning a detailed illustration. Large physical print sizes may require larger pixel dimensions than typical social media artwork.
For Photoshop, check the document's pixel dimensions, image resolution, colour mode and final print size before exporting.
For Illustrator, preserve vector artwork where possible. If exporting to a raster format, specify the intended output dimensions and resolution.
For Canva, check the export size and quality settings. Designs containing photographs or other raster elements still depend on the resolution of those source assets.
Whatever the application, retain an editable master file separately from the final print export.
How to Use RightGifting's Free Print Check Tool
Before submitting artwork for printing, artists can use RightGifting's Print Check tool to assess whether a raster image has sufficient detail for the intended product size.
The tool helps identify potential print-quality problems before production.
It is especially useful when working with photographs, scanned paintings, raster illustrations or images that have been resized.
Step 1: Select the product
Begin by choosing the intended product from the available list.
Specify the product size or print dimensions where required.
This is important because the same artwork may be suitable for a small product but insufficient for a larger one.
Step 2: Choose your artwork
Select the original image file from your device.
Use the highest-quality original available rather than a screenshot, compressed social media image or forwarded copy.
The checker supports common image formats such as JPG and PNG.
Step 3: Review the result
The tool evaluates the image against the selected print dimensions.
It compares the available pixel information with the intended physical print size and can flag potential quality concerns.
A favourable result suggests that the file contains sufficient detail for the chosen size.
A poor-quality warning indicates that the image may lose definition or appear blurry when enlarged.
Step 4: Inspect the real-size preview
The tool also allows users to inspect an area of the image at an approximation of its intended print scale.
Pay particular attention to faces, text, outlines, small illustrations and areas with fine detail.
Step 5: Improve the file if necessary
If the image receives a poor-quality result, consider using a higher-resolution original, exporting again from the source application or choosing a smaller print size.
Avoid assuming that an AI upscaling tool can accurately reconstruct every missing detail.
What the checker does not do
The Print Check tool is a quality assessment aid.
It does not automatically repair artwork, guarantee exact colours, replace professional prepress preparation or confirm that every design element will reproduce perfectly.
The tool processes the selected image locally on the user's device rather than uploading it during the check.
For the standard customer submission workflow, files can subsequently be sent separately through WhatsApp as documents.
Artists' Corner applicants should follow the specific file-submission instructions provided during onboarding.
File Formats and Technical Artwork Requirements
Different print workflows may require different file types.
A suitable file should preserve the necessary image detail, colour information and design placement.
Common file formats
| Format | Typical use |
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| JPG / JPEG | Photographs and full-colour raster artwork |
| PNG | Digital illustrations and graphics requiring transparency |
| TIFF | High-quality raster artwork |
| PSD | Editable layered Photoshop artwork |
| AI | Vector illustrations and graphics |
| EPS | Vector artwork and logos |
| Print-ready documents containing raster or vector elements | |
| SVG | Scalable vector artwork, where supported |
Artists should confirm the accepted format for their specific product and submission workflow.
For reference, RightGifting's Design Yours customiser accepts JPG or PNG uploads up to 7 MB. This limit should not be assumed to apply to every Artists' Corner or RightPrints submission.
Colour mode and colour expectations
Digital displays use RGB colour, which produces colour using red, green and blue light.
Printed products use inks or dyes interacting with physical materials.
As a result, colours on a screen may not appear identical on fabric.
RGB is a useful working format for many digital artwork workflows, but the production requirements for the selected printing method should be followed.
Extremely bright neon colours, subtle gradients and very dark shades may reproduce differently depending on the fabric and print process.
Exact screen-to-print colour matching cannot be guaranteed.
Safe areas, bleed and edge allowances
Important artwork elements should be positioned away from cutting and stitching areas.
Faces, logos, text and important illustration details should not sit too close to the edge of a product's print area.
As a general preparation precaution, allow approximately 1 inch of safety space for important elements where the product dimensions permit.
Some product templates may require additional background extension, bleed or wrap allowance.
For example, a gallery-wrapped canvas may require artwork to account for the wrapping or finishing method.
Always follow the specific template provided for the selected product.
Typography and fine-line artwork
Small text and extremely thin lines can become difficult to reproduce on textured materials.
Where practical, keep text large enough to remain legible at the final physical size.
As a preliminary guide, avoid very small text below approximately 8 to 10 points, particularly on textured fabric.
For vector artwork, expand or outline fonts when required by the production workflow, and preserve an editable master file.
Creating Seamless Patterns for Fabric Products
Surface pattern designers have a particularly useful opportunity to create artwork that extends across fabric surfaces.
A seamless repeat is a design whose edges align when the artwork is duplicated horizontally or vertically.
When prepared correctly, the pattern can continue across a larger surface without obvious breaks.
This is useful for products such as curtains, tablecloths, table runners and other fabric-based home furnishings.
Repeat patterns
A repeating tile is arranged multiple times across the print area.
The repeat must be constructed carefully so that elements align correctly at the edges.
Common approaches include straight repeats, half-drop repeats and other organised repeat structures.
Placed artwork
A placed print positions an individual artwork or composition within a defined area.
This is useful for centred graphics, statement illustrations and designs that rely on a particular visual arrangement.
Full-length compositions
A full-length print uses artwork designed for a particular large surface or fabric length.
These designs may include intentional borders, gradients, large-scale illustrations or directional motifs.
The correct approach depends on the product and how the fabric will be cut and assembled.
Understanding Fabric Printing Through RightPrints
Artists interested in developing original textile collections can also explore RightPrints by RightGifting.
RightPrints is RightGifting's custom fabric-printing service, offering printing on fabric by the metre with zero minimum order quantity on applicable offerings.
It is a separate service from Artists' Corner.
Artists' Corner focuses on selling original artwork through eligible made-to-order products, while RightPrints allows creators to order custom-printed fabric for their own projects.
This can be useful for textile designers, fashion designers, sewists, costume designers, small fashion labels and artists developing fabric-based collections.
Digital printing methods
Different fabrics require different printing technologies.
Dye sublimation is commonly used for compatible polyester fabrics. The dye is transferred into the synthetic fibres using heat, making it suitable for many polyester-based textile applications.
Pigment printing can be used for compatible natural and blended fabrics, including cotton, linen, muslin and rayon. Depending on the fabric and production process, pretreatment, curing and washing stages may be involved.
Acid dye printing is used for suitable protein-based fibres, including silk, with processing requirements specific to the material.
Direct-to-film printing is another option for selected graphics and applications, particularly where a transfer-based print method is appropriate.
The correct method depends on the fabric composition, intended use, artwork and required finish.
Why fabric choice affects the final print
A design printed on smooth satin may look different from the same design printed on cotton or textured twill.
Factors include the fabric's weave or knit, surface texture, opacity, lustre, drape, fibre composition and printing method.
For example, satin can give artwork a smoother, more reflective appearance. Cotton often offers a more matte visual result, while sheer fabrics may allow light and background colours to influence how a design is perceived.
Artists developing textile collections should consider both the artwork and the physical characteristics of the chosen material.
When should an artist use RightPrints instead?
Choose RightPrints when you want custom-printed fabric for your own production process.
Choose Artists' Corner when you want to sell your artwork on eligible RightGifting products without independently managing manufacturing and fulfilment.
Both services support creative production, but they serve different business needs.
Building a Cohesive Artist Merchandise Collection
An effective collection is more than a selection of unrelated products carrying the same image.
The strongest collections often have a recognisable visual direction.
This might come from a particular illustration style, colour palette, recurring character, artistic theme or subject.
Develop a collection concept
Begin with a clear idea of what connects your artwork.
For example, a collection might explore contemporary botanical forms, expressive abstract faces, playful typography, surreal landscapes or illustrated everyday objects.
The concept should feel natural to your existing work.
Select complementary products
Choose products that suit the artwork's composition and intended audience.
An illustrated character collection might focus on cushions and wearable accessories.
A surface pattern collection might be better suited to home textiles.
A collection of graphic statements may work especially well on T-shirts and bags.
Adapt the artwork for each format
A single illustration does not always need to appear identically on every product.
A central character might be enlarged for a cushion, repeated for a bag and incorporated into a more spacious composition for a T-shirt.
These adaptations can make each product feel intentionally designed.
Think about pricing across the collection
Different products naturally occupy different price points.
A collection containing smaller accessories and larger home furnishings may give customers more than one way to purchase an artist's work.
The artist's markup should reflect the product category and the value customers are likely to associate with the finished design.
Present the collection consistently
Use a consistent artist name, visual identity and artwork descriptions.
Clear product images and descriptions help customers understand what they are purchasing.
The artist's creative story can also help customers connect with the work.
Who Owns the Artwork Sold Through Artists' Corner?
Original artwork remains the intellectual property of its creator, subject to the applicable Artists' Corner agreement.
Artists do not need to give up ownership of their original work simply to make it available on products.
The programme's agreed licensing terms allow RightGifting to reproduce the submitted artwork on authorised products for the purposes of the collection.
Artists may also sell their original work through other channels, subject to the agreement.
This distinction is important.
Owning artwork and granting permission to reproduce it are not the same thing.
Artists should review the agreement to understand how their artwork may be used, how long the permission applies and what happens if they wish to remove a design from sale.
Artists should only submit work for which they hold the necessary commercial rights.
This includes obtaining permission for third-party photographs, fonts, illustrations, licensed characters or other protected material incorporated into a design.
How to Promote Your Artists' Corner Collection
A collection benefits from an audience that understands the artwork and why it is worth owning.
Artists can use their existing online presence to introduce the finished products.
Show the original artwork and the finished product
Customers often enjoy seeing how an illustration, painting or design becomes a physical object.
Share the original artwork alongside the finished merchandise.
This helps communicate the creative process and the transformation from artwork to product.
Share your creative process
Sketches, colour studies, work-in-progress photographs and short process videos can make a collection more interesting.
They also provide context for the decisions behind the finished artwork.
Introduce the collection's story
Explain what inspired the artwork, how the collection developed or why particular products were chosen.
Keep the explanation authentic to your creative practice.
Make the products easy to discover
Use clear links to the relevant collection or product pages.
Show the product in realistic settings so customers can understand its scale, material and intended use.
Continue developing your portfolio
A growing portfolio can create opportunities for future collections.
Artists can explore new themes, seasonal ideas or product categories as their creative work evolves.
There is no guaranteed formula for merchandise sales, but a clear artistic identity and consistent presentation can help customers recognise your work.
Frequently Asked Questions About Artists' Corner
What is Artists' Corner by RightGifting?
Artists' Corner is a platform that allows approved independent artists to sell original artwork on eligible made-to-order RightGifting products.
Artists supply the artwork, select products and set their markup. RightGifting handles printing, manufacturing, packing and shipping.
Is it free to join Artists' Corner?
The programme is designed to let artists apply and list approved artwork without purchasing inventory upfront.
Artists should review the current onboarding terms for any applicable conditions or charges.
Do I need to buy stock before selling my artwork?
No. Artists' Corner uses a made-to-order model, so artists do not need to purchase a bulk inventory of products before listing their work.
How do I apply to Artists' Corner?
Prepare at least three samples of your original artwork, your email address and relevant social media profiles.
Submit these through the current Artists' Corner application process.
How long does the application review take?
Applications are generally reviewed within approximately 5 to 7 business days.
Approval depends on the portfolio review.
Do I need to be a professional artist?
Artists' Corner welcomes independent artists and emerging creators.
A professional qualification is not the central requirement. The originality, suitability and quality of the submitted artwork are important considerations.
Can digital artists apply?
Yes. Digital illustrations, graphic artwork, typography and other original digital designs may be suitable.
Files must meet the technical requirements of the selected products.
Can painters and traditional artists apply?
Yes. Traditional artwork can be scanned or professionally photographed and prepared as a digital print file.
The quality of the scan or photograph will affect the final print.
Can I sell artwork created in Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator or Canva?
Yes, provided the artwork is original, you have the necessary commercial rights and the exported files meet the relevant print requirements.
How many artworks should I submit?
Begin with at least three original artwork samples for the application.
The number of approved designs that can subsequently be listed should be confirmed during onboarding.
Can I choose which products feature my artwork?
Yes. Approved artists can select from eligible RightGifting products.
The available options depend on the programme's current product catalogue and the suitability of the artwork.
How do I decide my selling price?
Artists set their markup above the RightGifting base price.
The base price and artist markup together determine the selling price under the programme's pricing model.
How much can I earn from each sale?
Your earnings depend on the markup you set.
For example, if the product's base price is ₹800 and your markup is ₹500, the selling price is ₹1,300 and your earnings are ₹500 per qualifying sale, subject to programme terms.
Is income from Artists' Corner guaranteed?
No. Earnings depend on completed qualifying sales.
The platform provides a way to sell artwork-based products, but it does not guarantee a particular sales volume or monthly income.
Who handles printing and shipping?
RightGifting handles printing, manufacturing, packing and shipping for products ordered through Artists' Corner.
Can I sell the same artwork elsewhere?
Artists retain ownership of their original artwork and may sell it elsewhere, subject to the terms of their agreement with RightGifting.
Does RightGifting own my artwork after I join?
Artists retain ownership of their original artwork under the programme's stated ownership arrangement.
The applicable agreement defines the rights granted for reproduction and sale.
Can I use fan art or copyrighted characters?
Only submit artwork that you have the commercial rights to reproduce and sell.
Using someone else's characters, trademarks, illustrations or protected material may require permission from the relevant rights holder.
What file formats should I submit?
Common print formats include JPG, PNG, TIFF, PSD, AI, EPS and PDF.
The correct format depends on the artwork and intended product. Follow the file instructions provided during onboarding.
What resolution is best for printing artwork?
As a general guide, prepare smaller product graphics at approximately 300 PPI at their intended physical size.
Large-format fabric prints may be suitable at approximately 150 PPI, depending on the artwork and viewing conditions.
Can I use a low-resolution image?
A low-resolution image may lose detail when enlarged.
Use RightGifting's Print Check tool to assess the image against the intended print dimensions.
What does a Poor result in the Print Check tool mean?
It indicates that the selected image may not contain sufficient detail for the chosen print size or may have other quality concerns.
Try a higher-resolution original or adjust the intended print size.
Does a Good Print Check result guarantee perfect printing?
No. A favourable result indicates that the file has sufficient image detail for the selected size.
Colour reproduction, fabric characteristics, fine details and production processes can still affect the final appearance.
Will the colours on the finished product match my screen exactly?
Not necessarily.
Screen settings, fabric composition, surface texture and printing technology can all influence the appearance of printed colours.
Can I use one artwork across several products?
Yes, where the artwork is suitable and the products are eligible.
Different product formats may require separate artwork dimensions, crops or placement adjustments.
What is the difference between Artists' Corner and RightPrints?
Artists' Corner allows artists to sell original designs on eligible made-to-order products.
RightPrints is a custom fabric-printing service for customers who want printed fabric for their own projects.
What happens after a customer places an order?
RightGifting handles production and shipping.
Artist earnings are determined by the agreed markup and the applicable order settlement terms.
Can I create a collection around a specific theme?
Yes. Artists can develop collections around recurring characters, illustration styles, patterns, colour palettes or creative themes.
Product selection and artwork approval remain subject to the programme's requirements.
How do I get started?
Visit Artists' Corner by RightGifting to explore the programme and begin the application process.
Prepare your original artwork samples, contact details and social profiles before applying.
Your Art Deserves More Places to Live
An illustration can become someone's favourite T-shirt. A painting can bring personality to a living room. A pattern can become part of the everyday objects people choose to surround themselves with.
Artists' Corner gives creators a way to explore these possibilities without taking on the cost and responsibility of manufacturing merchandise independently.
You create the artwork, choose eligible products and decide your markup.
RightGifting handles the production.
If you have original artwork ready to share, explore Artists' Corner and find out how your next collection could take shape.
Create once. Earn every time it sells.
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