eBay has become a huge marketplace for lots of categories of product and art is one of the big ones. There are thousands of paintings up for sale on eBay - just have a browse through the categories to see what people are selling and what has sold. However, the fact that thousands of paintings are up for sale also means that there is a big market there for those who know the right way to sell their art. In fact there are some artists that are able to make a living and support their family purely by selling their art on eBay. They have taken the time to learn what works best and what will get them the most consistent sales.

In order to beat the competition you need to know the best ways to promote your art and also the best ways to use eBay to maximise your sales potential. If you have used eBay before then you will know how to get started and add your listings to eBay. If you have not sued eBay then take a look through the sellers starter tips on the eBay website to get you off to a good start.

So, how do you beat the completion on selling your art on eBay? Well here are a few hints and tips on how to make a better listing.

• Take a really great photo of the painting, maybe even hung on a wall in a nice setting (don't use your cluttered up lounge though!)


• Ensure that you give a full description of the painting and give details of any great characteristics, for example, if it is a one-off, if it has gold leaf, it's hand painted.


• Let people know of any success and exhibitions you have had in the past so that they know it if by an established artist rather then just a hobbyist in their spare time.


• Consider starting up an eBay shop with all of your paintings in - it may be that someone will see one that won't be just right for them but you may have a similar one in your shop that they will buy.

These are just a few ideas to help you start selling you art on eBay. It really is possible to make a living doing this so even if you start with a few items and work up to a shop. Give it a try and see what you can do!