Channel IdeasChannel ideas for creators and artists
Behind the scenes and new work.
A channel lets a creator show new work to people who asked to hear. Share work in progress, small lessons and release dates. Followers feel closer when they see the process.
Credit collaborators and tools. Never share work that is not yours.
New work
A picture or clip of the new piece.
Work in progress
A photo of a half-finished piece.
Tool I use
One tool and why.
Release date
The date and where to find it.
Poll: next piece
Followers vote on the next subject.
Lesson learned
A small lesson from a mistake.
Q and A
Answer questions in a post.
Studio photo
A look at your workspace.
Inspiration
What inspired a piece, with credit.
Thank-you
Thank buyers and supporters.
Discount for followers
A small offer for followers, clearly stated.
Event note
Where you will show or sell work.
Making it your own
Pick five ideas, write them in your own words with your own details and photos, and post them over two weeks. Then look at the reactions and poll votes to see what your followers like. Read how channels work and post formats first if you are new.
Questions people ask
Can followers reply to these updates?
Not directly. WhatsApp's help page says channel updates are a one-way broadcast, and followers can react or vote on polls. Use a poll when you want an answer.
How often should I post?
As often as you can keep useful, often two to four times a week. See the posting plan.