Selling 1/1 Art on Foundation (Ethereum)

🎯 Course Objectives

By the end of this module, learners will:

  • Understand how to join Foundation's curated platform

  • Set up and customize their Foundation profile

  • Deploy a personal smart contract (Collection)

  • Mint a 1/1 NFT to their Collection

  • List the NFT for sale using Reserve Auction or Buy Now options

    Primary Blockchain: Ethereum
    Tools/Platforms: Foundation.app marketplace, MetaMask wallet

🧰 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Join Foundation

  • Visit Foundation.app and click "Connect Wallet" to link your MetaMask wallet.

  • Once Connected, accept the terms and service through the wallet transaction provided and complete the onboarding process.

2. Set Up Your Profile

  • After connecting your wallet, click on your profile icon and select "Edit Profile."

  • Add a profile picture, cover image, bio, and social links to personalize your profile.

  • Ensure your profile reflects your artistic identity to attract collectors.

3. Deploy a Personal Smart Contract (Collection)

  • Navigate to the "Create" section and select "Collections."


  • Click on the "Collection" option to create your own NFT smart contract.

  • Provide a name and symbol for your Collection.

  • Confirm and pay the gas fee in MetaMask to deploy the contract.

  • Once deployed, you can customize your Collection with a logo, header image, and description.

4. Mint a 1/1 NFT

  • Within your Collection, click "+ Mint NFT."

  • Upload your artwork file (supported formats include JPG, PNG, GIF, MP4, etc., up to 300 MB).

  • Add a title (max 50 characters) and a detailed description (up to 1,000 characters) for your NFT.

  • Review all details carefully, as they cannot be changed after minting.

  • Click "Mint NFT" and confirm the transaction in MetaMask to mint your NFT.

5. List the NFT for Sale

  • Navigate to your minted NFT and click "Sell."

  • Choose your preferred sale method:

    • Reserve Auction: Set a minimum price (reserve price) and auction duration (15 minutes to 7 days). The auction starts once a bid meets the reserve price.

    • Buy Now: Set a fixed price for immediate purchase.

  • You can set both options simultaneously.

  • Confirm and sign the listing transaction in MetaMask.

Note: Foundation charges a 5% marketplace fee on primary sales. Creators receive 95% of the sale price and earn a 10% royalty on secondary sales.

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