Five Artists Doing Twitter Right

Getting started on Twitter can be intimidating, but we found five shop owners who make it look easy.

What we love about these artists is each person’s personality shines through, and they show there’s no single right way to post updates. They’ve figured out a schedule and mix of content that works for them. Let them inspire you to use Twitter in a way that feels right and stays fun.

Arturo Torres

They put your boy on today's newspaper. pic.twitter.com/fAINGLCgi8

Twitter / Shop

Why it works: Follow Arturo Torres and you'll quickly feel like you are getting updates from a close friend. Arturo writes so naturally about what's on his mind so when he mentions something about a new product, it doesn't feel like a hard sell. We love his illustrated profile images, witty replies, and real talk.

GAMETEE

Thank you for a great Day One, Games Expo! 💚Big thanks to all customers old and new for choosing indie! 💚 pic.twitter.com/S5xVs0nDEx

Twitter / Shop

Why it works: It's not easy to gain 17,000 followers in a few short years, but GAMETEE, run by two sisters in the heart of England, has done just that. They sell a range of video game merchandise and do an excellent job showcasing their brand and connecting with customers on Twitter. They often share product shots, drop discount codes, and retweet friends and fans. Their Tweets feel varied, balanced, and consistent, giving followers a reason to stay engaged.

Teagan White

Piping plover prints are now for sale: https://t.co/ZvP7X98QuH $5 from each sale will be donated to @Audubon_MN, who protect bird habitats! pic.twitter.com/82friFzgWz

Twitter / Shop

Why it works: One look at Teagan White's Twitter and you'll know what she's passionate about - illustration, animals, and the natural world. Her feed is speckled with process shots, updates about events and gallery shows, product launches, and personal insights on her love of nature. She sticks mostly to posting her own images, so her Tweets feel more curated than usual, but it works perfectly for her.

Adam J. Kurtz

pause quick for a tiny pep talk you can text to a friend or repost or just look at from time to time to remember that you are good enough 👌 pic.twitter.com/LMiv6MdVeE

Twitter / Shop

Why it works: Pay no attention to the fact that his Twitter bio openly states "this is not a good twitter i am sorry" - he's just being the wonderful and sardonic smart-ass we know and love. When it comes to Twitter (and social media in general), Adam's doing it right. He shares what he loves, connects with friends, and supports fellow makers, all the while showing off what he's working on from his shop to his books. Following him gives a perfect glimpse into his world and what sets him apart from the sea of other folks online.

Lizzy Stewart

My shop now contains TWO different mystery bundles. Because everyone loves spending £ on things they can't see https://t.co/lfXD8iVfyD pic.twitter.com/LIVlY3djfl

Twitter / Shop

Why it works: Lizzy's sharp wit and self-deprecating observations provide a seemingly endless series of reasons to follow her. She posts less frequently than some (sometimes she’s quiet for a few days between Tweets), but like that smart, soft-spoken friend, when Lizzy speaks it’s worth the wait.