ARTISTS and art lovers can swap the canvas for the net as a Redditch-based art showcasing company offers artwork online.

Cousins Anthony Aston and Andrew Gretton run www.freemyart.com, which allows artists to exhibit their work for free and consumers to purchase it. The two designers felt there may be similar web sites on the market today but theirs offers an easier and quicker way to buy and sell art.

"We sell all kinds of art and photography and are really focused on the artist," said Anthony.

Anthony wanted a way to showcase his photography whilst helping other creative individuals sell their work to a wider audience.

"The site not only enables potential buyers the opportunity to own fantastic pieces of art but we want to promote freemyart as a communal society for other artists," he said.

"The artwork displayed on the site is fresh, inviting and modern. With each artist's individuality, it ensures a variety of styles, without overpowering the viewer."