ArtPhotoLimited
Connects artist photographers with all esthetic lovers looking to buy art photography prints.
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ArtPhotoLimited operates as an online marketplace specializing in the sale of limited-edition art photography. Founded in Bordeaux, France, in May 2016 by Louis Albert and Junior Bernard, both with backgrounds in web and marketing, the company aimed to connect artist photographers directly with collectors and art enthusiasts. A key aspect of their model is the strict limitation of prints to a maximum of 30 copies, in compliance with French law, which legally defines them as artworks.
The business functions as a curated platform where professional photographers, selected by the company, can sell their work. Artists are given the autonomy to set their own prices and choose printing specifications. ArtPhotoLimited manages the marketing, secure payment processing, printing, and delivery, providing customers with a ready-to-hang piece complete with a certificate of authenticity. The product catalog features a wide range of themes including cinema, sports, historical archives, and landscapes, sourced from both individual artists and partnerships with renowned archives like LIFE Magazine, Paris Match, and L'Équipe. Revenue is generated from the sale of these photographs, with prices ranging from under €100 to over €2,000.
In 2018, the company secured €840,000 in a funding round to expand its team and marketing efforts. A significant milestone occurred in September 2021 when the German digital printing leader, myposter, acquired a majority stake (51%) in the company. This partnership was intended to leverage myposter's industrial printing expertise and accelerate ArtPhotoLimited's growth, particularly in the German market. In June 2024, myposter acquired the remaining 49%, taking full ownership and signaling a strategic push for international expansion, especially into the US market. Following the full acquisition, founder Louis Albert stepped down, and Nicolas Lauret was appointed as the new CEO.
Keywords: art photography, e-commerce, limited-edition prints, online gallery, curated marketplace, photographic art, fine art prints, photo marketplace, art collection, artist platform