Show us what you got. So you’ve got the ideal designs, but are wondering where exactly to post them? Come along, here are our favourite showcase platforms.
We know how nice your designs are. Now it’s time for everyone else to find out. That’s exactly what showcase platforms. They help you to:
- Present your creations (e.g. illustrations, comics, artwork, videos)
- Build up a fanbase
- Find inspiration
- Connect with other designers
- Get yourself some exciting assignments
Every platform has its own little special something, so we’ve summarized the seven best for you right here. Let’s go!
The Top 7 Showcase Platforms for You and Your Designs
1. Pixiv
Pixiv is a community best-known for Manga-style illustrations. Designers can share their work on the website, communicate with one another and exchange ideas. Besides Manga there is also content from other Animes as well as games. Users can even work on projects together, so it’s your go-to for co-creating.
Pixiv is also available as an app, meaning you can stay connected and keep sharing work on the go. Get it on the App Store /Play Store.
Main Topic: Manga
Link: https://www.pixiv.net/en/
Language: EN
2. ArtStation
You’re interested in actually doing something with your creations? Then ArtStation is the one for you. Yeah, you can present your work and exchange tips with other designers, but you can also get into contact with potential employers. Short clips, high-resolution images, 3D scenes, 360-degree panoramas and much more are right at home on ArtStation. The platform offers space for your own blog, ongoing projects and selling your work.
Main Topics: Animation, characters, 3D designs, illustrastions
Link: https://www.artstation.com/?sort_by=community
Language: EN
3. DeviantArt
DeviantArt, one of the biggest social networks for artists and art lovers, is a bit of institution. You can find pretty much any type of art and illustration here. They want to inspire their users, entertain them and support them. The community is large and has been growing for years, but sadly they haven’t made it much more user friendly over this time.
Main Topics: All kinds of illustration, character designs, 3D design, art.
Link: https://www.deviantart.com/
Language: EN
4. Artfol
Now it’s time to present one of the newer kids on the block. Artfol has taken note of any criticism the other platforms received and used it to shape their site. They promise users equal opportunities for being spotted. Likes can only be seen by the person who made the design. That means users have to decide themselves what they find good, and not what’s popular. Right now it’s only available as an app, but a website is apparently on the way.
Main Topics: All kinds of art and illustration
Link: https://artfol.co/ (derzeit nur als App im App Store/ Play Store verfügbar)
Language: EN
5. Behance
It’s no surprise that some of the big players got involved in showcase platforms. Behance belongs to Adobe and is focused on discovering and presenting creative work. Since Adobe software is run by professional creatives, it’s one of the biggest and most popular platforms for presenting your pictures. They are categorised into different projects and can be shared across the internet. Customizing your feed to fit your interests is easy: just follow the artists who you love.
Main Topics: All kinds of art and illustration
Link: https://www.behance.net/
Language: All
6. Instagram
You may have heard of this one. Even the most obvious places are great for creatives and general users. Everyone meets here to post pictures, whether its everyday content, crazy videos or breath-taking pictures. What is really enticing for artists is the huge reach your posts can have as well as how easy it is to use. If you want more info on how to to promote your designs on Instagram or how to increase your sales with Instagram business, then take a gander at our blogs.
Main Topics: All kinds of picture content and short video clips
Link: App Store/ Play Store
Languages: All
7. Carbonmade
Carbonmade is a professional website on which you can create an online portfolio. This platform is less about the community and much more about designing a portfolio which is then ready to be put onto a website. It’s a great way of making your work more attractive for any customers or potential employers.
Main Topic: There isn’t really one as there is no community. You decide which pieces you want to present here.
Link: https://carbonmade.com/
Language: EN
So we’ve written enough, now it’s about time you started presenting. Hopefully we’ve just shown you a new place for you to upload and share your exciting designs. In fact, it’s fair to say right now the world probably needs your creativity. But if you’re lacking a bit of inspiration then why not read our article on inspiring websites and blogs.
Already had some experience on different showcase platforms which you’re eager to share with the community and us? We’ll see you in the comments.
