DeviantArt is an online community for artists featuring artwork, photography and videography. The platform allows upcoming and established artists to share and promote their work. The site content is organized in different categories, including digital art, traditional art, photography, among other categories. The site was launched in 2000 and has grown to 251 million subscribers. On 2017, the company was acquired by Wix.com for USD $36 million.
Alternatives to Deviantart
Behance
Company: Adobe Systems Incorporated | Founder: Scott Belsky, Matias Corea | CEO: formerly Scott Belsky | Since: 2005
Behance is an online platform for creative professionals. It allows creators to showcase their work through online portfolios, connecting with online galleries and social and professional networks, and allows companies to find talent around the world. Relevant fields include illustration,…
Pixiv
Company: Pixiv Inc. | Founder: Takahiro Kamitani | CEO: Takanori Katagiri | Since: 2005
Founded in 2007 in Tokyo, Japan, Pixiv is an online haven for artists. It showcases different types of artwork, from illustrations to comics to short stories. The site also organizes artist convergence events and sells publications and select products through…
Instagram
Company: Instagram, Inc. | Founder: Mike Krieger, Kevin Systrom | CEO: Kevin Systrom | Since: 2010
Instagram is a platform that allows users to edit and share photos for free. Instagram users can take pictures, apply filters and share their pictures on Facebook, and other social media. The company was launched in 2010 and was acquired…
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