Brush up for the rush.
Keep your sketchbook open – High Season at Displate is almost here. That wild stretch at the end of the year when Black Friday drops, wishlists pile up, and everyone’s racing to snag the perfect holiday gifts at holiday prices.
Displaters are hungry for new metal posters. And that’s where you come in.
The year-end shopping rush is when the pace goes steady to lightspeed, with sales at Displate spiking up even to 10x compared to the rest of the year. That means if you’ve been waiting for the right time to upload new designs, refresh your banner, or push out something bold – this is it. Put in a little extra effort, and the High Season rush might just pay off bigger than you expect.
Prep Your Shop In 4 Steps
With a few more weeks still left until the shopping craze unfolds for good, here’s how you can prepare:
Upload new artworks
A diverse selection in your shop increases the chances that buyers will connect with your art. Displaters have different tastes, so offering a mix of styles and subjects helps you reach a wider audience.
Tip: Got a bestseller? Consider releasing more pieces in that same style or genre. Need extra inspiration? Check out the top trending themes below.
Organize your collections
Grouping your Displate designs into themed collections makes it easier for collectors to browse and find what they want. Whether it’s by style, subject, or series, thoughtful organization helps buyers navigate your shop faster – and can encourage them to explore more pieces while they’re there.
Tip: Collections pack more punch when they’re bigger. Combine smaller sets into a single, standout collection – and follow tips from the Displate Shop Handbook!
Make your shop easy to find
If collectors can’t find you, they can’t buy from you. Give your banner a refresh, tweak your titles and descriptions, and tag your artworks right. The easier it is to stumble across your designs, the more likely someone will fall in love – and hit “add to cart.”
Tip: We have a whole blog post on tagging – feel free to dig in and learn more!
Spread the word
Highlight your newest pieces or collections and tease upcoming releases on your channels. Consistent posts and updates help you reach more potential buyers, guiding them from social media straight to your shop.
Tip: Show a little behind-the-scenes. Sneak peeks of upcoming designs create buzz, keeping your audience curious and engaged.
And while you’re at it, don’t forget to…
Boost Your Commission With Share and Earn Links
High Season or not, Share and Earn links are one of the easiest ways to increase your earnings.
Here’s how it works: hit the Share and Earn button on your profile, generate your unique link, and share it when promoting your shop on socials. Every purchase made through that link within 30 days earns you an extra 41% commission on the net price of your artwork (minus taxes and fees).
Want a deeper dive? Check out our full blog post on Share and Earn for step-by-step tips and creative ways to maximize your commissions.
Get Inspired With Trending Displate Themes
During the pre-holiday rush, it helps to know what Displaters want. Certain designs and themes are trending – follow them when creating new collections. To make it easier, here are the top trending topics and search terms on Displate.
- Holiday & Gifting inspirations
- Fantasy & concept art posters
- Space & science fiction posters
- Music & bands posters
- Sports & icons posters
- Japanese & asian posters
- Funny & meme-inspired art
- Animals & nature posters
- Motivational posters & quotes
- Retro & vintage posters
Make Your High Season Pop!
This is your chance to shine. Keep an eye on our upcoming sales from October through November and keep your audience in the loop with sneak peeks, fresh designs, and updates. The more you share and engage, the bigger your shop’s impact – and the bigger your earnings.
Now’s the time to show off your art, grab attention, and make this season count! Good luck.
