Combining art with social purpose brings together two incredible groups of people. We believe that those involved in the arts are progressive thinkers who understand how art can act as a bridge between people of different cultures, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds. Those who are dedicated to social change possess enormous compassion and fortitude to make the world a better place. Together, these groups of people can harness the energy of art and change the world.

That's why we created Zamaana - to give socially minded art enthusiasts a platform to lift others out of poverty.

Now, here are some reasons why you should be a part of Zamaana!

  
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  1. When you join, you become part of our community.

Zamaana’s not just a platform to sell your work. We’re here to build a community of socially minded artists and art enthusiasts who strongly believe that art can change the world.

You’ll be reaching buyers and artists who have a deep care for humanity and alleviating issues throughout the world. Your works will be viewed by philanthropic individuals who will not look at your work solely as a piece of art, but a vehicle for enacting tangible change.

2. It’s free! There are no hidden fees or fine print to read.

We are dedicated to keeping Zamaana a transparent tool for artists to showcase their work. There are no fees to join, list, sell, or remove your works.

Our commission is a flat 20% of each item’s sales price. The only other fee that you will see is a transaction fee if you choose to have your payment sent through PayPal or Western Union. This fee is not determined by Zamaana or paid to us, but is charged by PayPal and Western Union.

3. That personal touch.

Again, Zamaana is not just a place to showcase your art. We’re building a community – for you to express your ideas to the world and to us.

That’s why we’ve implemented audio and video. We want viewers to hear your voice, see your face, and get a sense of who you are. We’re always adding features to make your profile even more personal, so expect more changes soon.

We want to make sure that as long as you’re showcasing with Zamaana, you have an open line of communication with us. Periodically, we’ll update you on what’s happening behind the scenes and welcome your suggestions. We encourage you to contact us anytime with questions or concerns, and always try our hardest to get back to you the same day.

4. You have full control.

At Zamaana, there are no exclusivity agreements of any kind. You can easily sign up to be a member and just as easily delete your account.

You set the prices of your works, as well as the shipping prices. We give you full control of your sales. As the transaction takes place between you and the buyer, we just collect the funds and disburse them to you and the entrepreneur who will be receiving the microloan.

5. You’re making a DIFFERENCE.

The world is in a period of transition where more and more people are realizing that in order for humankind to progress, we must support each other.

Just through selling your works through Zamaana, you’re part of a much greater movement of support. And the best part is that it’s effortless – The microloan is contribution from our commission, so you don’t have to do anything extra or sacrifice compensation to be part of the movement. Just showcasing your work propels the cause of “art creating social change.” 		 
     
   
     
 

1. You don’t have to be a seasoned collector.

Actually, you don’t have to be familiar with purchasing art at all. At the core of our ideology, we believe in “art for the masses" and our audience consists of regular people around the world.

We want to make the experience of viewing and acquiring art fun and convenient. We know that the art world can be intimidating, so we’ve created an environment keeping inclusivity in mind. You’ll find audio narrations, videos, bios, room views, and listing of recent sales on artists’ profile pages to help you understand the artists and aid in the selection of art.

Unlike many other art sites, we believe in transparent pricing so you can comfortably determine whether an artwork is suitable for your budget.

One of our goals is to expand the art community, and we’ll do that by keeping Zamaana as accessible as we can.

2. You can feel confident about your purchase.

Even though more and more people are turning to art websites, it’s understandable to feel anxious about purchasing art online. That’s why we have our refund policy: When you receive your item, you have 7 days to request a refund if you’re not satisfied for any reason. We know that there’s nothing like seeing art in person, but we want you to feel protected knowing that you don’t have to keep art you just don’t want.

3. When you purchase from Zamaana, you make a DIFFERENCE.

People are realizing that each person’s economic standing directly affects others in today’s globalized world.

Through Zamaana’s system, 50% of our commission is contributed in the form of microloans to aspiring and established entrepreneurs around the world. Your purchase creates a tangible effect, where art fulfills the vital need to create greater opportunity and alleviate poverty.

Supporting Zamaana sends a clear message that you believe that we can help people lift themselves out of poverty – just through appreciating art. It also acts a catalyst for other creative methods of philanthropy that may be inspired by what our community does.

When you buy from Zamaana, you show your support just by appreciating and acquiring art.