I’d lean on a mix of creativity, consistency, and community to spark more engagement: Ride the trends—but with your own twist. Jump on relevant sounds or challenges, then add something uniquely “you” so it feels fresh. Use interactive features. Polls, Q&As, “duet this” or “stitch this” prompts get people tapping and responding. Post regularly (and at the right times). A reliable schedule keeps you top‐of‐mind—pair that with a quick peek at your analytics to zero in on when your audience is most active. Encourage user-generated content. Ask followers to share their own takes—whether it’s a reaction clip, a “before and after,” or a simple hashtag challenge—and then spotlight the best ones. Build relationships one comment at a time. Responding (even with a quick emoji) shows you’re listening and turns casual scrollers into active participants. Collaborate. Partner with micro-influencers or complementary creators for cross-pollination—new eyes often become new followers. Mix up your format. Balance quick tips, behind-the-scenes snippets, longer storytelling, and even occasional live streams to keep the feed feeling dynamic. By layering these tactics—testing what sticks, doubling down on what works, and always keeping the conversation two-way—you’ll see your rates climb and your community grow.

I’d tackle negative comments with empathy and professionalism—first, I’d acknowledge the person’s concern (“I’m sorry you had that experience…”), then offer a brief, honest response or solution (“we’re looking into this and will get back to you ASAP”). If it’s a more complicated issue, I’d invite them to DM us so we can sort it out privately. I’d avoid getting defensive or deleting comments unless they’re abusive; instead, I’d use the feedback to spot patterns and improve our content or processes. Keeping a calm, helpful tone shows the whole community we care—and often turns a critic into a loyal fan.

I’d start by weaving stories around each piece—sharing the inspiration, the process, even the “happy accidents” that made it unique. Then I’d invite the audience in with interactive touches: Instagram polls to pick next color palettes, TikTok time-lapses of a work in progress, or a “caption this” challenge for a finished piece. Behind-the-scenes live streams or quick Reels showing brush strokes and studio banter make people feel like insiders. I’d also spotlight community creativity—reposting fans’ fan-art or hosting a virtual gallery where everyone can share their own interpretations. Finally, I’d partner with local creatives or micro-influencers for collabs or giveaways to tap fresh audiences. Keeping it personal, playful, and participatory is what turns viewers into true art lovers.