Your First Step as a Malaysian Artist: Setting Up Your Senikita Seller Account
You've put your heart into every brushstroke, every chisel mark, every carefully layered illustration. Now it's time to let Malaysia — and the world — discover your work. Setting up your seller account on Senikita is your gateway to reaching real buyers who genuinely appreciate original art. And the good news? It takes less than an hour to get started. This guide walks you through every step, from creating your account to uploading your very first artwork.
Step 1: Create Your Seller Account
Head over to senikita.my and click Sign Up. You'll be asked whether you're joining as a Buyer or a Seller — select "I'm an Artist / Seller", choose your preferred plan, and fill in your name, email address, and a secure password. Once you've verified your email, you'll land on your very own seller dashboard — your creative headquarters from this point forward.
During setup, you'll be asked to provide a few key details. Take your time with each one:
Your full name or artist/studio name — this is the name buyers will see across your profile and listings
A short bio — share your story, your medium, and what drives your creative practice
A profile photo or logo — a clear, professional image goes a long way in building buyer confidence
Your bank account details — so your earnings land in the right place without any unnecessary delays
Your contact and location details — used for shipping coordination and account verification
Don't be tempted to rush through this section. Many buyers on Senikita browse artist profiles carefully before committing to a purchase — a complete, genuine profile can be the deciding factor between a sale and a missed opportunity.
Step 2: Choose the Right Seller Plan
Senikita offers a range of flexible plans designed to meet artists wherever they are in their journey — whether you're listing your very first piece or managing a high-volume art practice.
Budding Artist (Free) — The ideal starting point. List up to 5 artworks and pay a 15% commission only when you make a sale. Zero risk, zero commitment.
Artisan (RM 99/year) — A smart step up for growing artists. Expand to 15 listings and enjoy a reduced 13% commission rate.
Maestro (RM 199/year) — Built for artists who are serious about selling. Get up to 35 listings, a 12% commission, faster 3-day withdrawals, and priority support.
Gallery (RM 499/year) — The powerhouse plan for prolific creators and studios. Manage up to 100 listings at Senikita's lowest commission rate of just 10%, with priority support included.
Non-Profit (Free) — Specially crafted for charities and non-profit organisations, with up to 50 listings and a generous 7% commission rate.
Not sure where to begin? The Budding Artist plan is a great way to familiarise yourself with the platform before committing to anything. Once your catalogue starts to grow, upgrading is straightforward. If you already have a strong body of work ready to go, the Maestro plan offers exceptional value — more listings, a lower commission, and faster access to your earnings.
Step 3: Complete Your Shop Profile — Don't Skip This
Think of your Senikita.my shop as your personal gallery. A half-finished shop sends the wrong signal to buyers. A complete, thoughtfully written profile, on the other hand, builds credibility and encourages people to browse longer — and buy.
Make sure you have:
A compelling artist bio that connects emotionally with your audience (use our built-in AI Bio Writer if you need a head start)
A clear profile photo that feels personal and professional
Your preferred mediums and art styles listed accurately
A complete shipping and returns policy so buyers feel confident
Artists with complete profiles consistently attract more views and convert more browsers into buyers. It signals that you're serious, trustworthy, and easy to do business with.
Step 4: Upload Your First Artwork — and Do It Right
This is the exciting part. When creating your first listing, you'll fill in the artwork title, medium, dimensions, edition type, price, and a description. Use our AI Artwork Description tool if you need help putting your creative process into words.
But here's the detail that many first-time sellers overlook: your images matter enormously.
Senikita features a "See This on Your Wall" tool that lets buyers visualise how your artwork will look in their home. For this feature to work beautifully, your first image must be a clean, full-artwork shot — straight-on, well-lit, with no distracting backgrounds or cropping. Think of it as your artwork's passport photo.
For the remaining images, include:
Close-up detail shots to showcase texture and brushwork
A lifestyle or in-situ photo if you have one — artwork hung on a wall or displayed in a room
A photo with your hand or a common object to give a sense of scale
Great photography turns a hesitant browser into a confident buyer. Natural daylight, a neutral background, and a steady hand (or a simple tripod) go a long way.
A Complete Listing Sells. An Incomplete One Doesn't.
Before you hit publish, run through this quick checklist for every artwork you list:
✅ Full artwork image as the first photo
✅ Multiple supporting images including detail and scale shots
✅ Accurate dimensions, medium, and edition filled in
✅ A descriptive, engaging artwork story
✅ Correct price and shipping details
✅ Relevant tags and categories selected
Buyers can't touch or hold your artwork before purchasing — your listing has to do all the selling for you. The more complete and honest your listing, the more trust you build, and the more likely a sale will happen.
You're Ready — Now Let the Art World Find You
Setting up your Senikita seller account is more than just a technicality — it's the moment your art steps into the marketplace. Take the time to do it properly: choose the right plan, write an honest and warm bio, photograph your work beautifully, and fill in every detail on your listings.
Malaysia has a growing community of art lovers actively searching for original Malaysian art online — and your work deserves to be found by them. Start today, and let Senikita help you build the art career you've always envisioned.
Ready to begin? Create your free seller account at senikita.my and list your first artwork today.