Instagram Grid Layout — The Complete Guide for Artists

Instagram grid layouts are one of the most powerful ways to showcase your art portfolio. Instead of posting single images, you can split a single artwork across multiple posts — creating a seamless, panoramic effect that stops scrollers and keeps them on your profile.

How Instagram Grids Work

Instagram displays 3 posts per row on your profile grid. By splitting a single image into 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, or 18 squares (3×1 to 3×6), you create a larger image that only makes sense when viewed as a whole. Each individual post is 1080×1080 pixels.

Best Grid Layouts for Artists

3×3 Grid (9 Posts)

The classic Instagram grid. Perfect for high-detail artwork, portraits, and album covers. Nine 1080×1080 squares combine to form a 3240×3240-pixel masterpiece.

3×2 Banner (6 Posts)

Great for panoramic landscapes and wide compositions. Six posts create a dramatic horizontal display.

3×6 Mega Poster (18 Posts)

For when you want to dominate the feed. 18 posts fill a huge portion of your profile. Best for highly detailed or promotional artwork.

How to Create an Instagram Grid

Use our free Instagram grid splitter. Upload your image, choose your layout, drag to position it within the grid preview, and download a ZIP with all your cells.