What's the best way to start selling art in person when you're just beginning?

The best way to sell art is in person, face to face—it always has been and always will be. The easiest way to start is at a farmers market. The entry cost can be as low as $20 for a basic business setup. You don’t need fancy walls or expensive equipment—start with a simple table and basic display materials like old shutters to hang work on. This gives you direct interaction with potential customers, immediate feedback on your work, and a low-risk way to test what sells. From there, you can graduate to local art fairs, art in the park events, and larger markets as you gain experience and build confidence.

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Asked by an artist just starting to sell work · Answered by Kristin Harvey and Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2025-09-12