Turning Passion into Portfolio: How to Curate and Sell Art in Styles with MidJourney

Ever dreamed of making art in your favorite styles and turning it into something that not only sparks joy but also attracts paying customers? Same. 

I’ve recently been exploring MidJourney’s AI art tools and have found the experience both fascinating and inspiring. The platform’s advanced capabilities enable users to translate their unique artistic vision into curated digital portfolios that not only resonate with audiences but also present compelling opportunities for engagement and monetization.

In this post, I’m going to share what I’ve learned so far about curating and showcasing your digital art portfolio using styles you love. Whether your aesthetic leans dreamy anime, glitchy pixel art, or clean minimalism, this process is about turning passion into purpose—and maybe a little profit.

 Step 1: Select the Styles That Make You Shine

Let’s start at square one: what’s your vibe?

Before anything else, you’ve got to find the styles that make your creative energy peak. Maybe it’s the elegance of realism, the whimsy of cartoonish illustrations, or the expressive chaos of abstract forms. The best work comes when you’re having fun and feeling confident—so go where your instincts pull you.

🔖 Want to try something right now? Pop this into MidJourney:

/imagine Create an artwork in the style of anime portraits

Experiment, explore, tweak—and see what feels authentic.

 Step 2: Be Consistent (Your Future Clients Will Thank You)

I’ve learned that consistency is more than just a design virtue—it’s a trust builder. When your audience sees a thread connecting your pieces, it makes your style recognizable, memorable, and—let’s be honest—marketable.

MidJourney’s flexibility helps here too. You can request image sets that explore similar themes or color palettes.

Try this prompt to start building your own mini-collection:

/imagine Create a series of 5 artworks in the style of anime portraits 

focusing on color schemes, composition, and thematic elements

 Step 3: Share Your Portfolio with the World

Creating stunning art is step one. Step two? Putting it out there!

Whether you prefer a sleek Behance-style portfolio, a scroll-friendly Instagram grid, or a curated Etsy shop, the goal is visibility. Bonus: consistent posting builds brand familiarity over time.

Need a portfolio promo image? Try:

/imagine promotional image showcasing your portfolio of anime portrait artworks on Instagram

You’ll thank yourself when visitors start sliding into your DMs with commission requests.

 Step 4: Offer Custom Commissions

Here’s where your portfolio does the heavy lifting. Once people see your style and trust your consistency, they’re more likely to want a piece of it—literally.

Offering commissions allows you to translate your style into deeply personal client work. Whether it’s portraits, characters, or concepts, your aesthetic becomes a service.

🖌️ Sample prompt to showcase commission work:

/imagine anime portraits including elements like cartoonish backgrounds 

and red color palettes

Use pieces like this to set expectations and spark imagination with potential clients.

 Final Thoughts: Create, Curate, Connect

Discovering an AI art tool has fundamentally transformed the way I perceive my own creativity. It has prompted me to explore new artistic directions, strategically craft MidJourney prompts, and shape a visual identity that aligns with my personal brand—all while envisioning the future possibilities this journey may hold.

If you’re out there playing with styles you love and creating your digital art presence, you're already winning. Keep exploring, stay inspired, and most of all—have fun with it.