How to Price Your Art with Square Inch Pricing (Artist’s Guide)
🖼️ How I Price My Paintings – Square Inch Pricing Explained
Welcome to Art by the Andersons! Ever wonder how original artwork is priced? Unlike mass-produced prints, each one of my paintings is made with intention, emotion, and time. To ensure fairness and transparency, I use a method called Square Inch Pricing—and I’m breaking it down below so you know exactly what goes into the value of your piece.
📐 What is Square Inch Pricing?
It’s a simple formula used by artists to price their work based on size:
Height (in inches) × Width (in inches) = Square Inches
Square Inches × My Rate per Square Inch = Base Price
This method helps me stay consistent while still accounting for the unique value of each piece.
💵 What’s Included in My Prices?
Each painting’s final price reflects:
- ✍🏽 My time and creative process
- 🎨 High-quality materials (canvas, acrylics, protective finishes)
- 🖼️ Optional framing
- 💌 Packaging and care during shipping
For example, a 16” x 20” painting priced at $2 per square inch would be:
- 320 square inches × $2 = $640
- Frame & packaging: $60
- Final Price: $700
This breakdown helps you know where your money’s going—into craftsmanship, not guesswork.
📊 Example Size Guide (For Custom Orders & Commissions)
| Size | Square Inches | Base Price ($2/sq in) | Framed Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8” x 10” | 80 | $160 | $190 |
| 11” x 14” | 154 | $308 | $338 |
| 16” x 20” | 320 | $640 | $700 |
| 18” x 24” | 432 | $864 | $924 |
| 24” x 36” | 864 | $1,728 | $1,788 |
Want a different size? Just reach out—I accept custom commissions tailored to your space, colors, and vision.
🧠 Why I Use This Method
Using square inch pricing:
- Keeps my pricing fair and consistent
- Helps clients make informed decisions
- Reflects the time, energy, and quality in every painting
And let’s be real—it just makes sense.
📩 Interested in a Commission?
Let’s create something meaningful together.
You can request a custom size, choose your color palette, and I’ll handle the rest.
Tap the Contact button or use the Custom Order Request Form below to get started.
🎁 Pro Tip: Every original painting comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and care instructions.
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