If anyone wants to connect, my username is ScreenThePrint

Tried to sign up. UI is a little wonky. Do I need to wait until it gets approved?

Thanks, Alex. Would just suggest after the user goes through the sign-in process, leave them at a screen explaining the need to validate the email. I was left at a screen that had a button or something to request an invite (which I think was already done at this point). So I was left confused about if my process was even done and then confused as to whether I could sign in right away. A minor tweak to the acknowledgment screen would fix all that. Excited about the product nonetheless!

No, premium is unlimited, go through memberships,  you just gotta pay for it.  at least a couple more years of collecting before I’m gonna worry about that…

is there any way to view the database of added artworks so that you can add them to your collection? or does every collector need to upload their own entries? seems duplicative and a waste of time. if someone already uploaded the piece, most sites just allow you to add it to your collection as well.  see expressobeans or artcollectorz as examples.

Hey Alex. Uploaded the first 5, simple enough. I think with the "hierarchy", I'd have what you call "extras" much higher up, medium and size etc directly under "title/year" etc. I imagine most of us log works this way. Having it at the very bottom seems to put the focus on $ and then scrolling down to input the basics seems a little odd. I'd also add the term "multiples", I'm sure I'm not the only one here with a growing collection. I think I'd tighten up this key area, the collectors archive, before moving on to forums, sales or other developments. Otherwise, good job and good luck.

Some points of feedback having uploaded around 20 pieces to the site:

1. The database seems to have rather a lot of duplicate entries, for example my Banksy GDP Welcome Mat that many hold in their collection. When I type in “welcome mat” into the title field to catalogue this it comes up with loads of different permutations where users have typed in the name of the artwork slightly differently, same with the artist field. These would need to be merged into a single entry, normally this would be performed manually but could also be automated.

Foursquare use to allow members to apply to be “super users” this gave them access to moderate snippets of the database and merge duplicate entries etc. for some free perks. Potentially this could be a model you’d consider adopting to get users to cleanse your data for free.

Essentially I assume the end goal is that each individual piece only has a single entry within your database with all the fields correctly populated so that latest value figures etc can be automatically updated after new auction results etc.

2. Having gone through and added the purchase price of each of my works I then went through and added the approximate current market value. This now results in the graph of collection value over time having a large spike where I’ve added the current values. This doesn’t reflect reality as the collection didn’t just double in value overnight but gradually since purchasing has appreciated.

Without getting too technical you would need to put in a linear function to interpolate between the purchase price and the current market value. This would prevent large spikes in portfolio value which of course rarely represent reality.

3. The market place: this will improve over time as more users offer items for sale but I do fear that it could be distorted with those putting ‘silly’ prices on pieces that they don’t really want to sell but just list anyway because it costs them nothing to do so. The more pieces that are added the more this market will regulate itself with users offering improved prices to ensure a sale but for now it appears small with some somewhat overpriced pieces. (Virtues for £13.5k this can be purchased far cheaper in multiple alternate locations).

Hi sandworm , thank you for the feedback, below are some observations from my end.

1. Yes, there is some work to do around the DB, and I will ask to look into it, in particular for the cases you mentioned. Indeed, the end goal is to try to have a clean repository of info. I’ll pass on to the team the idea of the super user with perks, let’s see if we come with some nice idea.

2. I see the potential chart problem, and it materialises basically only at the beginning, when you import the collection. In the end, by adding more appraisals at different points in time the curve will be smoother. You could also add appraisals retroactively by selecting a past date - eg. around some key past auction.
I personally did like this as I like to track my collection over time and I find it useful to see when artworks have some major market movement and compare this to the rest of the collection. By adding older data points you will have a more dynamic, natural progression of the value over time.

3. I agree that with the time, with more collectors willing to turnover part of their collections and list them on Artscapy the prices should be quite competitive, but on the other hand we do also advice collectors when the price is +/- 20% vs market value in order to help to stay competitive.
With this said, Politeness is actually listed by me and before listing it I did a brief research and I haven’t found much inventory cheaper then £13.5k (which btw is also open to offers ). On the other hand, I think there are a few artworks on the very competitive side like the Thierry Noir, Tracey Emin and the Banksy Laugh Now.

Thanks once again for the observations, these are invaluable to us as we improve the platform.

Wishing you all a good weekend,
Alex

all database entries need to be searchable and viewable... ownership, etc can remain private... that way people can search and add something to their collection. otherwise, the database will be a mess with duplicates as mentioned. and admin/mods/super users need to clean up entries, merge duplicates, etc.....

but not sure super users are appealing for a site they pay for.

Understood, I’d politely suggest that this is rather an oversight as data is probably the most valuable and crucial asset a company has. Given collection information, current market values and movements and a strong back end art database to root the whole thing you’d be in a very interesting and strong position.

From experience these things are far easier to integrate from the offset than trying to historically cleanse data. It’s your business and I don’t want to over step the mark but you’re closing the door to a huge potential revenue source by just focusing on the collection management aspect and not considering the bigger data aspect.

Anybody else pick up the NFT today? Very moving and worth the £25. My first fine art NFT! Happy to add it to my collection

Hi ecudat and magman, thank you so much for your msgs.

The extension of the promo is correct, until the end of January.

If you guys have already uploaded 5 or more artwork there is really nothing else you have to do but if you want to have a confirmation you can drop an email at info [at] artscapy.com

With this said, we are aware of the issue with the currency and it slightly more challenging than we thought, yet should be fixed in the near future (up to 30 days)

While for the bulk upload, I do have better news, this should be fixed in the next 2 weeks

Finally, if you guys didn't had a chance to look at the project we delivered with the NFT, I would personally recommend to at least read what is about.
Most probably it's very different from what the perception of NFT is, but we are very proud of the outcome and the way we implemented is absolutely seamless, with no needs of crypto wallets nor of any cryptocurrency. Opinions and feedback on this are very much appreciated.
Here the link to see the project: artscapy.com/page/view-viewing-room?id=39

Have a great weekend everyone!

Alex

Hahaha fair enough..!

I guess that it depends from what you buy in the end

It's a trompe l'oeil