About artbase
Most places to post art are either dead, buried under an algorithm that buries you, or built for a different kind of content entirely. artbase is just for art. Post your work, build a gallery, follow other artists, and get seen by people who came here to look at art. Independent, Australian, built and run by one person. Free, with an optional Pro tier.
The community at a glance
artbase is an online community for Artists with roughly 400 members. It has a live chat communication style.
Community Topics
Community Features
This community has a realtime chat
Community Reviews
Frequently asked questions
- Who is artbase for?
- Best for Artists enthusiasts looking for a an independent setup-based community with live chat.
- Is artbase free to join?
- This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
- How many members does artbase have?
- Roughly 400 members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
- What topics does artbase cover?
- On the Hive Index, artbase is organized under Artists.
- How do I join artbase?
- You can join artbase by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
- What are the Art communities like?
- A broad collection of communities for artists of all kinds, from traditional painters to digital illustrators. Discord servers make up a big portion, with communities for sharing work, getting critiques, finding commission clients, and collaborating with other creatives. Covers a wide range of styles and media.
Added 9/15/2026
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