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Artist Portfolio PDF for macOS.
Turn your artworks, CV, biography and statement into a submission-ready PDF — offline, no account, free.
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macOS
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Free core · €34 Pro
Include your text
Build your CV, bio and statement with simple, focused tools.
Export a clean PDF
Create a submission-ready PDF in seconds. Offline. On your Mac.
What it looks like.
Clean typography, consistent captions, CV and statement — formatted to institutional standards without touching a layout tool.
A real export from MyArtPDF. Download it to see the quality.
↓ Download sample PDFHow it works.
Artist details, exhibitions, biography, statement and artworks live together. Choose a view to see that part of the app.
Drop in images, captions and metadata. Sequence them the way a gallery will read them.
Artist details and the documents live with the works in one project. Export is the last step.
Exhibitions and professional entries in the institutional order reviewers expect.
Biography and statement without opening a layout tool.
Start before the app is ready.
Three browser tools — no account, no upload, no subscription. Each one does one thing well.
Artist CV Generator
Build a clean artist CV for galleries, residencies and applications. Export as PDF in 5 languages.
Open CV Generator → Artist CV guide →Artwork Image Prep
Resize and convert artwork images to gallery submission standards — 2000px, sRGB JPEG, batch.
Prepare images →Format Planner
Find the right paper size, frame and passe-partout for your artwork. Visual preview with dimensions.
Plan formats →Built by an artist, for artists.
I never enjoyed building my own PDF portfolios. I got lost in Canva, broke layouts in InDesign, and spent hours tweaking documents when I just wanted to send my work.
I wanted a tool that kept everything in one place — CV, biography, statement, images — and produced a clean PDF without thinking about typography or layout.
We already pay for studios, materials and submission fees. Creating a serious portfolio PDF shouldn't be another barrier.
What is an artist portfolio PDF?
An artist portfolio PDF is a structured document used to apply to galleries, residencies, grants, MFA programs and open calls. It typically includes artwork images with captions, an artist statement, a biography and a CV — assembled in a fixed, review-ready order.
Questions artists ask.
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Is MyArtPDF available right now?
Not yet. The tool is currently being developed and tested. Join the waitlist above to be notified at launch.
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Will the core features be free?
Yes. One full portfolio with CV, biography, statement and up to 15 artworks stays free — no cost, no account.
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How much does MyArtPDF Pro cost?
€34 one-time — no subscription. Unlocks unlimited portfolios, exhibition catalogues, price catalogues, and print-quality PDF export. See full pricing →
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Do I need an account?
No. MyArtPDF is local-first — your data stays on your device. No account required.
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Does MyArtPDF send my portfolio data anywhere?
No. Artworks, texts, CV, biography and statement stay on your device. The only network activity is optional license validation for Pro users — never your portfolio content.
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Which Mac does MyArtPDF work on?
Apple Silicon (M1 and later) and Intel Macs, macOS 13+. No Windows or iOS version currently available.
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Why does macOS show a warning when I open MyArtPDF?
MyArtPDF is distributed directly, not through the Mac App Store. Right-click the app, choose Open, then confirm — you only do this once. MyArtPDF is notarized by Apple.
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How does the Pro license work?
After purchase you receive a license key by email. Enter it in Preferences to unlock Pro immediately. No account. Works on any Mac you own.
Last updated: August 15, 2026