Whether you’ve always been interested in art, you’re looking for a one-off piece from a local artist or you’re ready to start creating your own art collection, it can be hard to know where to start.
After all, art auctions are often a boujee event reserved for the very few and with so many galleries around it’s easy to put the whole search in the too-hard basket.
But, what if we said you could soon be acquiring your own pieces without ever having to leave your bed?
Enter Artbid, an innovative Australian platform that’s shaking up the traditional game by allowing artists to showcase their pieces online, while art enthusiasts can bid on exclusive pieces in live-streamed auctions.
The result is a seamless connection between creators and collectors all from the comfort of your own home. 
The platform's live auctions, held monthly, feature a limited number of artists and works giving each event a lowkey and unique vibe. Saying goodbye to the constraints of physical locations Artbid gives the opportunity to view, bid and acquire art from anywhere in Australia. This has diversified the art buyer to everyone and not just the ol' gallery visitor.
Artbid provides a golden opportunity to discover and pick up Australian artworks that may fly under the radar. Collaborating with emerging and already established artists the platform offers a major variety of artistic styles and aesthetics to suit every collector's budget and taste.
As strong advocates of Australia’s contemporary art scene, Artbid has developed strong relationships with collectors and creators alike. The platform champions the artist committing to their craft while creating real connections with buyers showing the platform's dedication to promoting the Australian art community. Community art slay.
Ready to start your art collection? Scope Artbid here.
Image credit: Artbid.
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