At scan.art, we believe that storytelling is at the heart of what makes art meaningful. That’s why we’re proud to introduce one of our most innovative tools yet: Automated Artwork Descriptions – a smart, intuitive feature designed to help artists tell the story behind their creations with ease and impact.
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just getting started, writing about your artwork can be a daunting task. Describing what inspired a piece, the techniques used, or the emotions it conveys doesn’t come naturally to everyone. That’s where this new feature comes in.
How It Works
When uploading an artwork to scan.art, artists can now simply click a button to generate an automatic description. Our AI uses the artwork image in combination with optional keywords to create a tailored, well-written description in seconds. The image is not used to train the AI – it is only used to generate the description for that specific artwork, ensuring artist privacy and intellectual protection.
Descriptions can be created in multiple languages, making it a truly global tool for a global audience.
Why Artwork Descriptions Matter
Based on data gathered from the many art fairs where scan.art served as the official digital exhibition guide, we’ve learned that artworks with descriptions are 87% more likely to be sold. Why? Because a compelling description connects potential buyers to the story behind the work. It creates an emotional and intellectual bridge that turns curiosity into admiration – and admiration into acquisition.
By providing a description, artists give collectors a deeper reason to engage, remember, and invest in their work.
An Innovation That Empowers Artists
This new feature is more than just a convenience – it’s a tool that democratizes access to the art market. It enables artists who may struggle with writing to present their work professionally, enhancing visibility and credibility.
Whether you’re exhibiting at an art fair, uploading works to your profile, or sharing them with collectors, Automated Artwork Descriptions help make your art more discoverable, relatable, and sellable.
Now Available for All scan.art Users
You can find this feature on the artwork upload page (see image below) – simply select your language, add keywords if you wish, and click Generate. In just moments, you’ll have a beautiful, ready-to-use description that tells your story.
