Top 150 Painting Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 150 painting influencers in 2026 covers 150 public Instagram profiles with 20M combined followers. Median audience size is 71.6K (mean 136K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names — a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 2.9% (median 3%). That is 0.9pp below the 3.8% painting industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 1.3pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. Followers are relatively spread out — the top three hold 21.6% of combined reach, which is healthier if you want a diversified creator mix.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $696–$3,797 and a Reel $1,300–$6,064 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× painting premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $3,480–$18,985.
Key takeaways for painting in September 2026
- Polina Bright, James Lewis, David Shrigley currently sit at the top of this painting ranking.
- Follower mix: 62% micro, 33.3% mid. Dominant tier: micro.
- Geography: 0 countries on the list, led by a mix of countries.
- 150 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 150 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Mako at 4.6%, which is not the largest audience (Polina Bright at 1.7M). That gap is the usual “don’t sort only by followers” lesson.
- Do not brief a hobby account like a lifestyle page. If they teach quilting, the product has to live in a quilting workflow.
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Painting Influencers ranked
1.
Polina Bright Mega
@polina.brightVisual artist from Sydney,AU Watercolor artist ️Polina Bright animal friendly brushesCruelty Free brushes, Originals & prints
1.7M Followers 15.9K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 6,356 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
James Lewis Mega
@jamesllewisPrecision Painting 🎨 Art Prints & Art Supplies👇
1.6M Followers 12.5K Avg. Likes 1% Engagement 1,140 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
David Shrigley Mega
@davidshrigleyDavid Shrigley is a painting content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
1.1M Followers 10.9K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 1,768 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Josie Lewis Macro
@josielewisartMaking people mad with my painting every day of the week. You too can make people mad on the internet! Get my art process sheet for the supplies ⬇️
860K Followers 7.2K Avg. Likes 1.1% Engagement 2,122 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Thierry Duval Macro
@thierryduvalaquaFrench Aquarellist Paris France 🇫🇷YouTube channel : Thierry Duval Aquarelle« Aquaréelle » Arches@ Artiste Resident 🎨
742K Followers 7.7K Avg. Likes 1.1% Engagement 4,231 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Philip Boelter Macro
@boelterdesignco🌵 Shop my original artwork, prints & books🎨 Join my Online Course: Learn how to paint with gouache🌴 BoelterDesignCo.com
741K Followers 6.1K Avg. Likes 1.3% Engagement 3,422 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Joly Poa Macro
@jolypoa👩🏻🎨 Watercolor Artist & Art Educator💌 TOP TEACHER | Grab your 30-day free trial on Skillshare ⬇️
563K Followers 6.2K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 3,080 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Rosa F Mid
@rosies.sketchbookArtist & Illustrator Shop: Art Prints
466K Followers 7.5K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 2,372 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Alexa Meade Mid
@alexameadeartPaintings on people , artist in residence, Disruptive Innovation Award. See my solo show on 5th Ave, NYC
312K Followers 3.1K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 620 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Amber Davenport Mid
@amberstextiles🌼 Illustrator and Small Biz owner 🌷15% off with code ‘INSTA’🌈 Follow the shop 👇🏼 SHOP
298K Followers 4.7K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 7,313 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Jeannie Dickson Mid
@jeanniedicksondesignsWatercolor & Letters“Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path”. Psalm 119:105 🍊Author of “Hello, Watercolor!” | Dallas, TX EST. 3/16
283K Followers 5.6K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 8,179 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Anna Koliadych Mid
@dearannartFree tutorials, resources, classes and more ⬇️
271K Followers 3.3K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 1,044 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Anna N Mid
@anna_n_studio* Chicago artist 🎨 * DM to buy originals * Etsy Shop, TikTok , YouTube, Amazon 👇
270K Followers 5.1K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 6,979 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Nikhat Sheikh Mid
@nikhatillustrationsNikhat Sheikh is a painting influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
252K Followers 4.7K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 6,657 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Anastasia Trusova Mid
@atrusovaartistMother of three boys, wife. Painter. creator of the style of acrylic painting "textural-graphic impressionism", book author.Art for sale⬇️
248K Followers 4.6K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 1,434 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Erin Hanson Mid
@erinhansonartistInspired by color and adventure, Erin Hanson has distinguished herself as the leading impressionist of our era.Scottsdale | Carmel | McMinnville
234K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 9,221 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Jenna Rainey Mid
@jennaraineyCEO + Artist + MamaBusiness EducatorBest-selling authorYouTube: 255K
221K Followers 3.4K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 6,254 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Michael James Smith Mid
@mjspaintingsProfessional artist, art instructor at MJS Tv and YouTuber.
218K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 7,372 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Daniel Smith Mid
@danielsmithartistsmaterialsDANIEL SMiTH Artists’ Materials Made in Seattle, WA since 1976. “Our paint is important to us, because your art is important to you".
217K Followers 3.5K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 6,278 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Esther Peck Mid
@estherpeckAuthor of 'A Guide To Watercolour' Avail at Amazon,Skillshare Classes Private Classes, worjahops tutorials
207K Followers 2.6K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 8,453 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Greg Mike Mid
@gregmikeGreg Mike is a painting creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
203K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 7,448 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Tara Jane Mid
@tarajaneart✦ Artist and researcher in Brisbane, Aus ✦ (~˘▾˘)~ Capturing the beauty of nature Gardens, forests and Ghibli are my muses. ✨
183K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 709 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Kolbie Mid
@thiswritingdeskart for recovering perfectionistssubscribe for bonus tutorials + bts✨10-Day Painting the Wilderness Challenge✨ books, supplies & links
175K Followers 4.1K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 8,371 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Claire Desjardins Mid
@claire_desjardins_artHi, I'm artist Claire Desjardins.It's really nice to meet you. I help to create happiness by infusing moments of joy in everyday lives.
165K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 1,929 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Emily Mackey Mid
@emilymackeyartEmily Mackey is a painting creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
160K Followers 3.6K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 8,798 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Jowita Marczuk Mid
@jowishka.artand inspired by | Author “Watercolor inspired by nature” | shop and skillshare classes
158K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 9,229 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Kindah Khalidy Mid
@kindahkhalidy• artist, author, likes to paint cakes 🍰 • founder + textile patterns on things • • california
151K Followers 3.5K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 6,496 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Thomas W Schaller Mid
@thomaswschallerartist-architect-author : new york city
148K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 4,822 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Kelly Ventura Mid
@kellyventuradesignfine artist | designer | wallpaper & textilesAll work © Kelly Ventura, LLC
145K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 5,752 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Laurie Anne Gonzalez Mid
@laurieanneartArtist based in Arizona + Oregon.Creator of my art 👇🏼
134K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 7,489 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Jane Newland Mid
@jane_newlandIllustrator Represented by The Bright Agency
132K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 1,647 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
Jess Franks Mid
@jessfranksartLandscape painter from New England.Archival prints and original paintings on website.All work ©. Please do not copy. Seriously, don't do it.
128K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 3,737 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Teil Duncan Henley Mid
@teilartI make paintings and patterns! Find my artwork and textile/wallpaper collection through link below🤍. Contact for any questions!
127K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 2,297 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
Ellen Crimi-Trent Mid
@ellencrimitrent👩🎨watercolor & acrylic - art educator Doing my best to create JOY! And teach you to feel the same!Join my Patreon ⬇️ & come to a retreat! ⬇️
121K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 4,433 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Inslee Fariss Mid
@insleeFine Art from my studio in Raleigh, North Carolina
103K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 2,327 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Karen Obuhanych Micro
@kto_artArtist Illustrator in HICute + SimpleRep’d by the Bright Agency
99.9K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 9,099 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Julia Badow Micro
@juliabadow💠 Internationally selling abstract artist💠 From Berlin, living in Seoul💠 Delivering you vibrant, colorful, happy art💌
99.9K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 4,467 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Rachel Altschuler Micro
@rachelaltschuler_artRachel Altschuler is a art creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
94.6K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 332 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Rachel Grant Micro
@rachel_grant_artArtist + illustrator, interested in the simple things + slow, quiet, seasonal living.North Staffordshire UK Represented by
89.7K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 6,933 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Sammy Gorin Rich Micro
@sammygorinart⚡️Gifts & goodies for the pop culture connoisseur🛍️ Greeting cards, stickers, notepads, pens & more📍Long Island, NY
85.2K Followers 2.8K Avg. Likes 3.4% Engagement 3,010 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Mako Micro
@makoccinos✨ Helping You Rediscover Joy in Life Through Watercolor Painting 10+ Years of Teaching Learn Watercolor Painting With Me
76K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 9,305 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Melanie April Micro
@melanieaprilartI paint stuff I'm in Evolutionary Astrology school ☀️♓️♎️⬆️♋️Mostly a hermit Sometimes a
75.8K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 3.4% Engagement 7,930 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
43.
Victoria Johnson Micro
@victoriajohnsondesignLiving in Rome. Painting mainly flowers and faces. Registration open now - Portrait course, Create Faces, Sept 2025!🔻
70.4K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 2,619 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
44.
Carolina Della Valle Micro
@making.meAbstract Artist + Printmaker + DoodlerPaper Lover my feed and my faves! Links below!👇
69.5K Followers 2K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 9,449 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
45.
Sarah Coey Micro
@sarahcoeyart🌈 Expressive, Colourful Abstract Paintings⚡ Affordable, Inspirational and Happy Art🌈 Shop my latest collection below!
65.4K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 4,310 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
46.
Joy Ting Charde Micro
@joychardeHello, I’m Joy Ting!🎨 Mixed Media Artist and Teacher 👩🏻🎨✨Join my free Painting with Joy sessions or take a free painting class ⤵️
64K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 7,873 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
47.
Sally King Benedict Micro
@sallykingbenedictArtistPaintings | Commissions | Art and Design Consultations and advisory
56.3K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 4,535 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
48.
Stephanie Ryan Micro
@stephanie.ryan.artist✨️ Painting is nervous system medicine🪷 Guiding experts + beginners to make art healing⬇️ Start with my free 3 minute ritual
52.7K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 7,832 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
49.
Jehane Micro
@jehane_ltd☀️ We make art work for you Illustration • Licensing • Branding • Editorial Imaginative | Alive | Loved⭐️ Your Creative Gold opens Jan 2024 ⭐️
52.1K Followers 1K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 1,542 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
50.
Anna Carll Micro
@annacarllartAmerican Abstract Artist | Representation in: Palm Desert CA | Nashville TN | Asheville NC | Traverse City MI | Charleston SC | Dallas TX
51.7K Followers 844 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 2,942 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
51.
Ellen Sherman Micro
@ellen_the_lemonSolo show, 'Material Experiments' January - March at Studio in Ann Arbor MI
50.9K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 3,416 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
52.
Emyo Micro
@emyoartworkTennessee girl with Cuban roots + 6 kids wild & free. Helping Homes Bloom. I believe everyone’s home should be a haven.
50.8K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 1,753 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
53.
Erin Gregory Micro
@erin.gregory.artMy latest large floral series is available March 2023!!!
49.5K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 8,510 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
54.
Raven Roxanne Micro
@ravenroxanneAbstract + Impressionist painter based in Charleston, SC. I’d love to hear from you //
46.9K Followers 723 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 6,038 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
55.
Julie Marriott Micro
@juliemarriottartPainter + color-lover • San Diego, CA🖼️ Represented by 🎨 Paintings, Classes, YouTube channel
42.5K Followers 777 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 2,394 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
56.
Shelby Dillon Micro
@shelbydillonstudioOriginal Fine Art for your home, joy for your life. Creator of Art on , Confident Acrylics, the Creative Circle. Painting classes for all levels
30.3K Followers 588 Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 3,780 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
57.
Kate Mullin Williford Micro
@katemullinartKate Mullin Williford is a painting creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
29.9K Followers 823 Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 7,037 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
58.
Hillary Butler Micro
@hillarybutlerfineart🎉 Color soirées for walls. 🎉 Art available by commission + my site.Featured: 2025 Poster Designer
28K Followers 911 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 2,932 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
59.
Benny Or Micro
@bennyorCreator 👨🏻🎨🗽 | Shapeshifter ✨Storyteller 📖 | Art experiences 👁️In search of the extraordinary 🧭DM for commissions 📥
19.4K Followers 363 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 4,725 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
60.
Victoria Johnson Micro
@victoriajohnson_createexploreIncredible artwork from my courses. My artwork Create Collections Mar 2025🔻Art Retreat In Connecticut May 25🔻Mailing list🔻
17.7K Followers 373 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 7,150 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
61.
Katie Jacobson Micro
@katiejacobsonartMoving paint around📍NCPainting everything that inspires me ___________Paintings are available on my website ❣️Commissions spots are open for 2026
13.6K Followers 313 Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 8,913 Posts
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62.
Dennis Perrin Mid
@dennisperrinfineartArtist Virtual School Honoring the legacy of Dennis PerrinMaster Painter 1950 - 2021 virtual courses + legacy merch
146K Followers 3.8K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 2,041 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
63.
Jessica Mid
@calliandcowatercolouring cute things (⁎⁍̴̛ᴗ⁍̴̛⁎)✨nz
143K Followers 2.6K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 351 Posts
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64.
Alfred Basha Mid
@alfredbashaArt Store & Designer Art Prints / Clothing / Accessories
138K Followers 3.4K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 2,210 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
65.
Kate Jarvik Birch Mid
@kebirch* now accepting commissions *Daily painter, sometimes writer, avid procrastinator…Salt Lake City, UT
134K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 4,758 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
66.
Anna Mason Mid
@annamasonartAnna Mason is a painting influencer with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
132K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 2.1% Engagement 318 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
67.
Lena Danya Mid
@lenadanyaPainting tutorials: Patreon.com/lenadanyaArt store: lenadanyastore.com⬇️Watch me paint ⬇️
130K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 8,194 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
68.
Alvaro Castagnet Mid
@alvaro.castagnet"A painting only exists when you capture the deepest facet of the subject"
123K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 6,261 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
69.
Drew Europeo Mid
@dreweuropeoArtist • Educator • Graphic Designer | PhilippinesFor class enrollment, discounts & such please visit the link below ⬇️
122K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 6,979 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
70.
Louise De Masi Mid
@louisedemasiWatercolour Artist and Teacher▶️Patreon - LouiseDeMasiFind classes here
120K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 4,318 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
71.
Aftyn Shah Mid
@riseandwanderArtist | Storyteller | WandererConjuring worlds and adventures in ink, paint, & words. ✨
118K Followers 2.8K Avg. Likes 2.4% Engagement 2,702 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
72.
Angela Smyth Mid
@angela_smyth_artistAngela Smyth is a painting public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
118K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 6,580 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
73.
Brad Robson Mid
@robsonartistContemporary, Pop-Culture Artist from Sydney.
111K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 3,254 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
74.
Josh Jensen Mid
@jsjensenartArtist | Husband | Father | Therapist | Believer | Charlotte, NCto purchase work, visit my websiteFor art education follow on Patreon
111K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 7,128 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
75.
Tommy Kim Gouache Mid
@tommykim_artArt director in animation / pleinair painter.⬇️my affiliate gouache class link⬇️
111K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 5,723 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
76.
Shruti Kartikey Mid
@kartikeyshrutiiShruti Kartikey is a painting public figure with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
108K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 7,025 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
77.
Maggi McDonald Mid
@maggimcdonaldartColourful Abstract Art Ambassador Creator NEW Canvas Prints Available Now
108K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 4,715 Posts
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78.
Sharone Mid
@sharonestevensdesign👩🎨 Watercolour, Illustration & Lettering✨ Simple Creativity for Relaxation🎨 Skillshare Online Classes📚 Order my book “Watercolor for the Soul”👇
105K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 4,500 Posts
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79.
Nikki Gregoire Mid
@bespatteredfacadeI refuse to choose just one favorite color Handmade in the forest outside Charleston, SC Colorful goodies for sale, check out my website:
103K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 2,462 Posts
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Christie Younger Mid
@christie.younger©️Internationally Collected & Published ArtistFor Art Sales, Galleries, & Commissions, please visit my website. {You are a work of art!} Eph 2:10
103K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 9,355 Posts
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Kitipong Ti Mid
@kitipong_maksin_artistArtist,Watercolor teacher,Interior designer.
103K Followers 2.3K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 579 Posts
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Maria Smirnova Mid
@magrishWatercolor artist and instructorParis Watercolor sky video tutorial ⬇️
101K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 9,086 Posts
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83.
Dhritikana Nath Mid
@watercolor.illustration.letterArtist & Art Educator & Small Business OwnerIndia Shop Owner - : Brand Ambassador : dhritikana_nath
100K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 9,331 Posts
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84.
Cara Rosalie Olsen Micro
@rosaliegwenpaperieMother + Fine Artist + Author Fine Art & Home Decor + Pattern Design & Licensing Wholesale available ✨
96.2K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 7,464 Posts
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85.
Ingrid Ching Micro
@ingridandchingObsessed w/ Detail ✦ Brings Color ✦ Intricately TogetherBTS | 5 Collections + Series AvailableNEW PAINTINGS AVAILABLE
95.1K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 1,806 Posts
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86.
Kelli Folsom Micro
@kellifolsomart✨ Start 2023 right by following your Art Life Dream! It’s time to choose YOU. You’re never too old and it’s never too late ⏰ Sign up here.
94.9K Followers 3.6K Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 6,979 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
87.
Aaron Apsley Micro
@apsley_watercolorAaron Apsley is a painting content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
94.4K Followers 1.5K Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 2,180 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
88.
Sheila Arora Micro
@sheilaroraI'm a rockstar when I paint & I can't stop painting.
84.6K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 4,843 Posts
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89.
Zio Ziegler Micro
@ziozieglerArt. Bikes. Burritos. Teaching at
84K Followers 3.5K Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 2,849 Posts
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90.
Clair Bremner Micro
@clairbremner✖️Full Time Artist✖️Yarra Valley, Melbourne ✖️Bright Art Licensing
83.8K Followers 1.3K Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 8,090 Posts
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Margaret Jeane Micro
@margaret.jeaneMargaret Jeane is a painting content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
83.1K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 7,457 Posts
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92.
Juliette Crane Micro
@juliettecraneHello! I’m a painter, writer & creator of online courses. New Collection is available in my shop 〰️ Free Workshop, Shop & VIP List
81.2K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 1,984 Posts
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93.
Susan Nethercote Micro
@susan.nethercote•Australian Botanical and Landscape Painter•Winner 22/23 AGES Art Prize•Paintings | Prints | E-courses | Podcast
75.4K Followers 1.8K Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 6,108 Posts
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94.
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× painting adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30–50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $696 | $3,797 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $1,300 | $6,064 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $3,480 | $18,985 |
What this painting influencers ranking actually shows
How-to content with a named method. Tiny specialist audiences punch above their follower weight on conversion because every viewer is already in-market. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2010 (average age ~10.4 years; oldest 2011, newest 2020) with roughly 5,227 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (100%). The list is relatively monolingual, which simplifies caption and landing-page language.
Gender is sparsely labelled on this list, so do not infer an audience gender split from the ranking alone.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 0 | 0% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 93 | 62% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 50 | 33.3% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 4 | 2.7% |
| Mega (1M+) | 3 | 2% |
How to brief painting influencers
- The creator is an expert — let them reject a talking point that would embarrass them in their community.
- Send the actual tool/product, not just talking points.
- Saves and tutorial completions beat raw views.
Formats that usually work here: tutorial Reels, tool reviews, community AMAs, before/after carousels. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
Painting Influencers vs related lists
Painting Influencers averages 0.1pp more engagement than AI Influencers and has a smaller median audience (71.6K vs 137K).
Painting Influencers averages 1pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (71.6K vs 623K).
Painting Influencers averages 0.8pp less engagement than Watch Influencers and has a larger median audience (71.6K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Painting Influencers (this page) | 150 | 71.6K | 2.9% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 150 ranked profiles (150 verified public figures, 0 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Painting Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top painting influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 150 painting influencers is led by Polina Bright, James Lewis, David Shrigley. Combined they represent 20M followers, with an average engagement of 2.9%. 150 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this painting list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the list’s own maths — median 71.6K followers, 2.9% average ER, 21.6% of reach in the top three — so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for painting Instagram accounts?
For painting we treat ~3.8% as the 2026 industry midpoint (specialist hobbies (how-to, pets, crafts, education) are Instagram’s engagement leaders in 2026 tables). This list averages 2.9%, which is 0.9pp below that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do painting influencers charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this list’s follower mix and a 0.95× niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $696–$3,797; a Reel is $1,300–$6,064. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these painting influencers based?
The ranking spans 0 countries. The largest shares are not labelled. If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these painting influencers?
150 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list — we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the painting list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with painting?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix tutorial Reels, tool reviews and before/after carousels. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.