Now that your wallet is set up, it’s time to create your unique username and artist name to personalize your Artega experience.
Choosing your username
Your username will become your public URL on Artega, so it’s important to pick something that’s memorable and easy to spell. We recommend choosing a short, simple username that’s easy for everyone - including those with dyslexia - to remember and type. It can be different from your Artist Name, so feel free to get creative. As part of our early access tester program, you’ll be able to choose a username without a number in it which will be required when we launch. This is our way of saying thank you for being part of this exciting journey with us.
Choosing your artist name
Your artist name is the name that will appear on your profile on Artega. Don’t worry if you’re unsure about this part - your artist name can always be changed later, so feel free to start with something you’re comfortable with. If you use your legal name to sign off on your artworks, you can use that here. Alternatively, if you prefer to keep your personal and professional lives separate, you can use the name you go by in your professional work. It’s entirely up to you. Just so you know, Artega doesn’t ask for or store any personal details, such as your legal name. Your privacy is important to us.
Setting your timezone
Next, you’ll be asked to set your timezone - this can be changed if you are abroad at any time. The timezone setting is for our optional “Meet The Artist” feature, which allows you to offer live meetings with your patrons. This feature helps to create a more personal experience and build lasting relationships with those who support your work. You can turn this feature on or off for individual artworks, and when patrons book a meeting, they’ll see available timeslots in their own timezone to avoid any confusion about scheduling.
That’s it for Step 2. You’re one step closer to sharing your art with the world and building a meaningful connection with your patrons. If you have any questions along the way, feel free to reach out.