In this case study, we dive into the story of our partnership with renowned artist Yvonne Coomber. Our work with Yvonne Coomber has been a journey of building her online presence, overcoming industry-specific challenges, and driving sales growth with a comprehensive approach to digital marketing.
Client Overview:
Yvonne Coomber is an acclaimed artist known for her distinctive floral paintings. Her works have gained a loyal following, but to expand her reach, it became evident that a robust online presence was essential. Yvonne wanted to grow her audience, increase art sales, and enhance engagement with her work. However, the art industry presented unique challenges, with fierce competition and a traditionally more offline sales model.
Challenges and Objectives:
Industry-Specific Challenges: The art industry, particularly for individual artists like Yvonne, relies heavily on in-person exhibitions and word-of-mouth. Transitioning to digital channels posed an initial challenge, as building an online art sales community required a shift in thinking and strategy.
Platform Strategy Development: Another major objective was to expand the artist’s reach on digital platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. These platforms offered opportunities to engage a wider audience, but Yvonne’s presence had yet to fully take advantage of them.
Sales Growth: The ultimate goal was to drive online sales, convert followers into buyers, and increase overall engagement with Yvonne’s artworks, especially with the aim of improving sales through digital channels.MM Digital’s Approach:
Social Media Management: We began by developing a full social media management strategy. From the outset, we focused on curating high-quality, engaging content that showcased Yvonne’s art in ways that would resonate with the online audience. We optimised her Instagram and Facebook presence, ensuring that every post was consistent with her brand identity while connecting with her audience’s interests.
Paid Advertising Campaigns: Recognising the need to quickly grow Yvonne’s reach, we implemented paid advertising campaigns. These included targeted Facebook and Instagram ads designed to engage both art collectors and general art lovers. A/B testing was used to ensure the most effective messaging and visual appeal, which allowed us to refine the ads over time and achieve better ROI.
Launching New Platforms: One of the major milestones was launching TikTok as a new marketing channel for Yvonne. Initially met with hesitation, TikTok became an incredibly powerful tool for growing awareness. With engaging behind-the-scenes content, the creative process, and the vibrant visual appeal of her art, we tapped into TikTok’s fast-growing, highly engaged audience. This was key in broadening Yvonne’s digital footprint.
Website and Google Integration: To round out the digital strategy, MM Digital worked with Yvonne Coomber to optimise her website. We ensured that the site was SEO-friendly, user-friendly, and perfectly aligned with her social media efforts. We integrated Google Analytics and other tools to track visitors, conversions, and overall site performance, which allowed us to adjust our strategy based on real-time data. This also included managing her Google Ads campaigns to further target potential buyers actively searching for art.
Results and Impact:
Increased Engagement: Within the first three months of implementing the strategy, Yvonne’s Instagram grew by 30%, and her TikTok account saw engagement numbers soar. This directly contributed to increased awareness of her art and a growing following. Sales Increase: Through the targeted advertising and content strategy, Yvonne’s sales increased by 25% within the first quarter. The TikTok campaigns, particularly, played a pivotal role in introducing new buyers who were previously unaware of her work.
Improved Online Visibility: The integration of website optimisation and Google Ads resulted in a 40% increase in website traffic, with more potential customers engaging with Yvonne’s online portfolio and purchasing works directly.
Sustained Growth: Yvonne’s growing social media following has continued to sustain her sales, and as her platforms grew, the value of her artwork’s digital presence has become an essential pillar for her ongoing success.
Conclusion:
The collaboration between MM Digital and Yvonne Coomber has proven to be a game-changer. Through a strategic combination of social media management, paid advertising, and a full website overhaul, we’ve been able to help Yvonne not only reach new art buyers but also increase her visibility and sales in the online space. Our partnership, built on trust and a shared vision, continues to evolve with ongoing results, and we look forward to seeing even greater success as the relationship continues to grow.