Digital Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are designed with the utmost care and creativity to help you kick-start your artistic journey! Each image is perfectly sized to fit a 2.5" by 3.5" canvas and is conveniently saved as a pre-sized PDF on a single page for easy access and printing.

These designs provide ready-made backgrounds for your ATCs, serving as a canvas for your own creativity. Simply print, add your favorite images, photos, embellishments, or experiment with different mediums to transform the card into a truly unique masterpiece. Whether you're layering up colors, textures, or materials, these designs are just the starting point to spark your imagination.

Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are small, collectible works of art that artists create and exchange with others—not for sale, but for the joy of sharing creativity and forming connections. These cards are a playful way to express individuality while being part of a larger artistic community. By creating ATCs, you get the chance to share your art, swap with fellow artists, and build a personal collection of one-of-a-kind pieces from talented creators all over the world.

The process is simple and fun, perfect for artists of all skill levels. The world of ATCs is all about creativity, community, and connection, and these pre-designed backgrounds are here to inspire you on your artistic journey. Get ready to design, create, and share your whimsical works of art with the world!


Key Features of ATCs:

  • Size: 2.5" x 3.5" (6.4 cm x 8.9 cm).
  • Original Art: Each card is a unique piece of art, often created using various mediums like drawing, painting, collage, mixed media, stamping, or digital art.
  • Non-Commercial: ATCs are meant to be exchanged, not sold, which helps foster a sense of sharing and connection within the artistic community.
  • Personal Expression: Artists are encouraged to explore their personal style and experiment with different materials, techniques, and themes.
  • Signed and Dated: Artists typically sign and date the back of their cards, and sometimes include contact information or the title of the piece.

The ATC Trading Community:

  • ATCs are often traded at events, online forums, or even between friends. Artists can trade their cards directly or participate in organized swaps.
  • Theme-Based Swaps: Some ATC swaps have specific themes, encouraging artists to create cards around a particular concept (like "flowers," "vintage," or "space").

 

Pricing


Our Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) collection is designed to help you create unique, collectible miniature works of art that are perfect for sharing, swapping, and displaying. Each card in this collection features thoughtfully designed backgrounds and elements, ready for you to personalize and make your own. Whether you're an experienced artist or a beginner, these ready-to-print backgrounds and accents are ideal for kick-starting your creative journey and adding a whimsical touch to every piece.

What's Included:

  • High-Resolution ATC Backgrounds: Each ATC background is carefully designed on a high-resolution canvas (usually 300 dpi) to ensure crisp, vibrant prints that maintain their quality no matter how you print them. The backgrounds come in a variety of styles, from vintage to whimsical, and feature intricate details that make your cards stand out.

  • Layered Elements for Customization: Along with the backgrounds, you’ll receive elements such as embellishments, illustrations, and text boxes to layer over your designs. These pieces can be resized, rotated, or combined to fit your vision, adding personal flair and dimension to your cards.

  • Instant Download: As soon as you purchase, you’ll have immediate access to your files for quick printing and creating. These files come in easily printable formats (PDF or JPEG) to ensure that you can get started right away, with no waiting for shipping or delivery.

How to Use:

  1. Download & Print: Once you've completed your purchase, simply download the files and open them using your preferred software. Print the ATC backgrounds and elements on your choice of paper, such as high-quality cardstock, textured paper, or specialty printing paper to match your crafting style.

  2. Cut & Trim: After printing, use scissors or a paper cutter to carefully trim the designs into 2.5" x 3.5" cards—the standard ATC size. If you prefer a more rustic or distressed look, you can tear the edges for added character.

  3. Personalize & Add Layers: Start by adding your background to the card. Then, layer the included embellishments or combine your own images and illustrations. You can use rubber stamps, paint, or other mixed-media elements to further enhance your card and make it truly your own.

  4. Combine with Other Elements: These ATC backgrounds and elements are designed to be mixed and matched with your own digital creations, other stamps, stickers, or even physical craft supplies. Experiment with layering and customizing to make each card a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

Why You'll Love Them:

  • Inspiring Creativity: Our ATC collection is packed with vibrant, whimsical, and thought-provoking designs that are sure to spark your creativity. Whether you're creating for yourself or exchanging with others, these cards offer endless opportunities to experiment and push your artistic boundaries.

  • Perfect for Sharing & Swapping: Artist Trading Cards are meant to be shared, and with these designs, you’ll have a unique piece of art that’s ready for swapping with fellow creators. The compact, collectible size makes them ideal for creating a series of cards that you can trade or display.

  • Customizable & Flexible: The beauty of ATC design lies in the freedom to make each card your own. The included backgrounds and elements are just the beginning—feel free to add your own stamps, sketches, and mixed-media touches to create a card that reflects your style.

  • Great for All Skill Levels: Whether you’re new to ATC creation or an experienced artist, these designs are easy to use and offer room for creativity at every level. Beginners will appreciate the ease of starting with ready-made backgrounds, while seasoned artists will enjoy the challenge of transforming these designs into unique works of art.

  • Quick & Easy Crafting: Thanks to the digital nature of these designs, you can print as many ATC backgrounds and embellishments as you need, right from home. This eliminates the wait time and cost of purchasing physical supplies, giving you the freedom to create whenever inspiration strikes.

  • Collectible Art: ATCs are meant to be exchanged, displayed, and admired. With our thoughtfully designed cards, you can create a collection of artwork that represents your personal journey as an artist. Each card becomes a piece of art with a story to tell—your story.

Whether you’re looking to create a personal collection or share your artwork with others, our Artist Trading Cards collection is the perfect way to capture your creativity in a fun, portable format. Each design is crafted with love and attention to detail, offering a whimsical and artistic way to connect with other creators and showcase your unique artistic style. Get started today and let the creative fun begin!