It’s a pleasure to see TechCrunch UK back in action and reporting on an interesting subject regarding the sale of art and a new kind on the block (which we have also added to our continually growing links page) that will help artists remain independent:

ArtFlock.com aims to change that and become “the foremost online destination for the sale and promotion of original art and craft by the worlds’ freshest artists and makers”. The site launched in April/May and had 20,000 searches for art in its first month. It operates a ‘fremium’ model whereby basic accounts are free, and it’s possible to upgrade to a premium account for £4.99 a month or a ‘pro+’ account (which adds more customisation) for a one off £300 and £4.99 a month. Free accounts are limited to 200+ images and the pro accounts have unlimited storage.