Artist Resources
We have compiled an archive of useful resources to assist artists entering the realm of web3 and digital collectibles.
Marketplaces
There's a range of marketplaces available to artists aiming to showcase their work to willing collectors. The main blockchains used to create, collect, and share digital collectibles are Solana, Ethereum, & Tezos. Here are the main marketplaces for each of these blockchains.
Exchange Art
Exchange Art is a prominent digital collectible marketplace supporting both Solana and Ethereum blockchains. It features a diverse range of artworks across categories such as 3D art, generative art, and glitch art. Recently expanding to a multichain platform, Exchange Art allows creators to mint across Solana and Ethereum. The platform has a thriving community of over 9,000 creators and 15,000 collectors. Additionally, it offers measures to protect royalties and supports artists through initiatives such as ArtDrop and Presale.
Mallow
Mallow is a digital art marketplace on the Solana blockchain, specializing in 1/1 NFTs, editions, & raffles, providing a platform for artists to mint, display, and sell their unique creations. The marketplace features a diverse range of artworks and offers a streamlined interface for browsing and buying. Mallow has also built a supportive community through its presence on platforms like Discord,and Twitter, and its ecosystem is further strengthened by the $SMORES token, which incentivizes participation and supports the platform's operations. This comprehensive approach makes Mallow a notable player in the digital art marketplace.
Foundation
Foundation.app is an Ethereum-based digital art marketplace, offering a curated platform for artists and collectors to sell, display, and buy digital artworks. The marketplace includes features like auctions, direct sales, and offers, as well as support for NFTs through exhibitions and collections via its Worlds feature. This functionality enables thematic shows, allowing collectors to explore curated selections of art for direct purchase. Foundation charges a 5% fee on all sales, with 85% of the sale price going to the artist, and offers a 10% royalty on all secondary sales. This curated approach, combined with comprehensive features and community support, makes Foundation.app a notable platform for artists on Ethereum.
Super Rare
SuperRare is an exclusive digital art marketplace on the Ethereum blockchain. It focuses on high-quality, curated artworks, emphasizing unique, 1/1 NFT art pieces. The platform offers a comprehensive ecosystem for artists and collectors, supporting direct sales, auctions, and offers. SuperRare's curated approach and community-driven features have positioned it as a premium destination for digital art collectors and creators
Objkt
Objkt is a prominent digital art marketplace on the Tezos blockchain, offering a platform for artists and collectors to create, showcase, and trade NFTs. The marketplace hosts a diverse range of artwork, including 1/1 NFTs, editions, and collections, with comprehensive functionality for buying and selling. Objkt’s integration with the Tezos blockchain provides a secure, transparent ecosystem, ensuring artists retain rights to their work and collectors can track provenance easily.