How to Sell Your Art on Takealot in 48 Hours (Step-by-Step)
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From studio to Takealot — sell your art in 48 hours.
“Takealot isn’t just for gadgets — it’s your new gallery with 10 million shoppers.”
Takealot is South Africa’s #1 online marketplace. In 2025, artists are cashing in by selling prints, originals, and art merch. No gallery fees, no waiting lists — just register, list, and ship. This **48-hour action plan** gets you from zero to your first sale, Mzansi-style.
48-Hour Launch Timeline
Hour 0–2: Register as Seller
Go to seller.takealot.com → “Start Selling” → Fill ID, bank details, proof of address. Use your real name or register a sole prop (free at CIPC).
Hour 2–6: Prepare 3 Products
Choose: A4 Art Print (R150), A3 Framed Print (R450), Art Mug (R199). Take 5 pro photos each (white background, 2000px+). Write titles with keywords: “Township Cubism Art Print by Shady – A4”.
Hour 6–12: Submit for Approval
Upload products under Home & Decor > Wall Art or Kitchen > Mugs. Set price = cost × 3. Approval in 4–24 hrs (faster with clear images).
Hour 24–36: Go Live & Promote
Once approved, share links on WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok. Tag #TakealotFinds #MzansiArt. Offer “Buy 2 Prints, Get 1 Free”.
Hour 36–48: First Sale & Ship
Order comes in → Pack in bubble wrap + thank you card → Drop at Paxi (R60) or Takealot pickup. Get paid in 14 days.
Pro Tips for SA Artists
- Use Printful SA or Printa for drop-shipping prints — no inventory.
- Price prints at R149–R499 — sweet spot for impulse buys.
- Offer limited editions (e.g., “1 of 50”) to justify higher prices.
- List under “Handmade” or “Locally Made” filters — boosts visibility.
- Bundle: Print + digital download (via Google Drive link in package).
Takealot Fees (2025)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Commission | 10–15% (Art = 12%) |
| Success Fee | R5 per order |
| Shipping (Paxi) | R60 (you set customer price) |
Example: A4 Print Sale
Cost: R40 (print + sleeve)
Sell: R199
Takealot takes: R24 (12%) + R5
Shipping: R60 (charge customer R99)
Your profit: R199 - R40 - R29 - R60 + R99 = R169 profit
“One print a day on Takealot = R5,000/month passive income.”
Final Checklist
- Seller account approved
- 3+ products with pro photos
- Prices set (3x cost)
- Shipping via Paxi/Takealot
- Share links on socials