Overview

Art by Place is the brainchild of two visual artists looking for stronger and more affordable exposure on the net. After having linked to several free directories for artists, we quickly realized that no viewer or serious art buyer would keep clicking past page 3 of any directory. Even if they did get past the dozen or so pages of listed artists, our artwork would still not be prominently displayed to catch anyone’s interest. The listings and directories that did offer a more marketable solution (as well as a better layout and design concept) were either asking for commissions or for hundreds of dollars that didn't seem worth the cost.

Our idea for the ArtbyPlace layout is based on the common knowledge that we are automatically drawn to what we recognize as pleasing and familiar and therefore our eye will automatically seek out the artwork that most match that criteria, effectively connecting artists and interested buyers.

The Art by Place project aims to build a tapestry of artwork that is country-specific. In addition to increasing visibility and exposure of the artist’s work, the growing layout will illustrate the vision of the countries’ art world. The first of its kind, the home page will symbolize the diversity and the association between countries.
Click here to see a mockup of the finished product. (A new window will pop open)