Benefits
Why artists choose IBARA
Fair commission
Founding artists pay just 8%. Standard is 15%.
Reliable payouts
Get paid via Mobile Money or bank transfer after each completed sale.
Professional presence
A verified profile, portfolio gallery, and SEO-ready artist page.
Delivery support
Configure pickup, local delivery, or international shipping.
Verification badge
Build buyer trust through our artist verification process.
Earnings
Commission plans
Transparent rates. You always know what you keep.
8%
Founding Artist
You keep 92%
15%
Standard Artist
You keep 85%
25%
Managed Artist
You keep 75%
Example: on a RWF 100,000 sale as a founding artist, you receive RWF 92,000.
FAQ
Common questions
Who can join IBARA?
Any Rwandan artist or creative working in visual arts, crafts, photography, design, or related fields — with identity and practice you can verify.
How does verification work?
After you apply, our team reviews your portfolio, identity, and profile completeness. Verified artists receive a badge on their public profile.
What are the commission rates?
Founding artists (first 100) pay 8% for one year. Standard self-managed sales are 15%. Managed artist services are 25%.
How do I get paid?
Earnings appear in your artist dashboard. After a hold period following delivery, funds become available for payout via Mobile Money or bank transfer.
What do I need to apply?
A biography, location, art categories, at least three portfolio images, and accepted terms of service.