So, you\u2019re most likely here because you desperately want to see a little \u2018k\u2019 (or if you\u2019re ambitious, an \u2018m\u2019) to come after the number of followers on your Instagram profile. Who doesn\u2019t? It is the dream after all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a larger following means more website views, more sales and more brand awareness. When you think back to how artists would traditionally need to mingle in the right circles or develop an eccentric persona (still optional by the way), Instagram has made everything more accessible. So, how do you get more Instagram followers as an artist?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s a certain etiquette to Instagram, and a few things you have to do in order to organically gain a large following that is genuinely interested in your work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although I can\u2019t give you thousands more followers, I can give you actionable tips that will help you stand out on Instagram, develop an engaging feed and encourage the right <\/em>people to follow your account. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Instagram has 700 million active<\/em> users each month, and 80 million photos are posted per day. <\/em>That\u2019s a whole lot of pictures to compete against, so concentrating on a small niche is essential. This way, you\u2019ll find users who have an actual interest in your artistic medium or style. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The best way to do this is to search for specific hashtags and delve into the users who post under it. You can also check out accounts that you like to follow and see who follows them. Once you\u2019ve found some new, interesting accounts, it\u2019s important to like their photos, maybe leave a genuinely thought out comment and give them a follow. People can now discover you more easily, due to Instagram\u2019s smart algorithms and super targeted Explore tab. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some hashtags to try: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Just like any artistic collection, your Instagram feed should have a distinctive aesthetic. The truer it is to you and your art, the more genuine it\u2019s going to come across. If your style invokes imagery of bubblegum, candyfloss and sequins, then your feed should reflect this. If your work is more industrial with heavier lines and metallic hues, then make sure your snaps mirror this style. <\/p>\n\n\n\n To create a theme for your account, jot down some words that you\u2019d want people to think when they look at your feed. Also, consider a dominate colour to run throughout your pictures. This will help to solidify your Instagram aesthetic and give people an incentive to follow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s some Instagram feed inspiration to whet your artistic appetite:<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Find your niche <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Create an Aesthetic for Your Feed <\/h2>\n\n\n\n