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Adding Your First Product

Ready to start selling? This guide walks you through creating your first product on Artbase Studio.

Before You Start​

Prepare the following:

  • Product images (at least 1 high-quality image)
  • Product title and description
  • Pricing information
  • Inventory count (for physical items)

Creating a Product​

Step 1: Navigate to Products​

In the Creator Hub:

  1. Tap Products in the navigation
  2. Tap the + button or Add Product

Step 2: Basic Information​

Product Name Enter a clear, descriptive title.

Good examples:

  • "Mountain Sunrise - Original Acrylic Painting"
  • "Botanical Print Set - 3 Piece Collection"
  • "Digital Brush Pack - Watercolor Edition"

Description Write a compelling description that includes:

  • What makes this piece special
  • Materials or techniques used
  • Dimensions or specifications
  • Care instructions (if applicable)
Writing Great Descriptions
  • Lead with the most important information
  • Use sensory language
  • Tell the story behind the piece
  • Include relevant keywords for search

Step 3: Select Product Type​

Choose the type that best describes your product:

TypeBest ForInventory
OriginalOne-of-a-kind artworkSingle item
PrintReproductions, postersTrack quantity
DigitalDownloads, filesUnlimited
CommissionCustom workAs available

Step 4: Set Pricing​

Price Enter your selling price in your local currency.

Tips for pricing:

  • Research comparable artists
  • Factor in materials, time, and overhead
  • Consider platform fees
  • Don't undervalue your work

Compare at Price (optional) Show a crossed-out "original" price to indicate a sale.

Step 5: Add Images​

Upload product images:

  • Primary image: Main photo shown in listings
  • Additional images: Gallery for product page

Image requirements:

  • Minimum 800x800 pixels (1200x1200+ recommended)
  • Square or 4:3 aspect ratio works best
  • JPG, PNG, or WebP format
  • Maximum 10MB per image

Photography tips:

  • Use natural lighting
  • Show the actual colors accurately
  • Include scale reference when helpful
  • Show details and textures
  • Include lifestyle shots

Step 6: Inventory Settings​

For physical products:

Stock Quantity Enter the number of items available.

Unlimited Stock Toggle on for items you can always produce/reprint.

Track Inventory When enabled:

  • Stock decrements automatically on sale
  • Low stock warnings appear
  • Sold out items are marked accordingly

Step 7: Additional Options​

Featured Product Toggle on to highlight on your storefront homepage.

Active/Inactive Set to inactive to hide from your storefront while keeping the listing.

SKU (optional) Your internal stock keeping unit code.

Step 8: Save and Publish​

  1. Review all information
  2. Click Save to save as draft
  3. Click Publish to make live on your storefront

Adding Variants​

For products with multiple options (sizes, formats):

  1. Open the product
  2. Scroll to Variants
  3. Click Add Variant
  4. Enter variant details:
    • Name (e.g., "8x10 Print")
    • Price
    • SKU (optional)
    • Inventory

Example variant setup for a print:

VariantPriceInventory
5x7 Print$1550
8x10 Print$2530
11x14 Print$4020
Digital Download$10Unlimited

Digital Products​

For digital products (downloads):

  1. Set product type to Digital
  2. Upload the downloadable file(s)
  3. Set inventory to Unlimited

Supported file types:

  • Images: JPG, PNG, TIFF, PSD
  • Documents: PDF
  • Archives: ZIP

After purchase, customers receive automatic download links.

Product Preview​

Before publishing, preview how your product appears:

  1. Click Preview
  2. Check the product page layout
  3. Verify images load correctly
  4. Confirm pricing and description
  5. Test on mobile view

After Publishing​

Once published, your product:

  • Appears on your storefront
  • Is searchable on your store
  • Can be featured on your homepage
  • Can be shared on social media

Find the direct link to share:

https://yourstore.artbase.studio/products/[product-id]

Or copy the link from the product page.

Common Questions​

Can I edit a product after publishing?​

Yes! Edit anytime from the Products screen. Changes are immediate.

How do I temporarily hide a product?​

Set the product to Inactive. It won't appear on your storefront but the listing is preserved.

Can I duplicate a product?​

Yes, use the Duplicate action to create a copy with the same details.

What happens when an item sells out?​

The product shows as "Sold Out" on your storefront. Customers can't add it to cart.

Next Steps​