I'm just starting on Instagram and haven't posted yet. What should I do first?

Start by getting comfortable with the app. Post anything—even if your website isn’t ready. Share work-in-progress shots, before-and-after images, behind-the-scenes moments, your pets, or music you love. The goal is to fill your profile so when people visit, they see you’re active and real, not an empty or suspicious account. Focus on gaining your first 1,000 followers by following proven strategies (like engaging with similar accounts and posting consistently). Don’t worry about perfection early on—your small audience gives you room to experiment and learn. Just start posting.

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Asked by a new artist on social media · Answered by Art Storefronts team member (Indra) · art-marketing-101 · 2026-07-20