Michael Hafftka
Artist 50 years documenting a mind Works in @metmuseum @themuseumofmodernart + more
22.7K
Followers
5.5K
Following
769
Posts
1.34%
Engagement Rate
Account Overview
Profile summary and post performance
This creator ranks 1,438 out of 1,606 tracked accounts and holds a follower count that is smaller than the typical creator we monitor. This unverified account has shared 769 posts and sits within the Micro tier without a set category. The engagement rate of 1.34% exceeds the median of 1.19%. The following report explores the specific content patterns and audience interactions driving these numbers.
Account Info
| Account Size | Micro |
| Followers | 22,688 |
| Following | 5,488 |
| Posts | 769 |
| Verified | No |
Post Performance
| Posts Analyzed | 12 |
| Avg Likes per Post | 268 |
| Avg Comments per Post | 36 |
| Videos | 3 |
| Photos | 9 |
| Engagement Rate | 1.34% |
Follower Growth Over Time
How @hafftka's Instagram follower count has changed across IGDataHub's tracked snapshots. Hover any point for the exact value on that day.
+866
Net Change
+3.9%
% Change
+12
Avg / Day
71
Days Tracked
16
Data Points
Tracked between May 6, 2026 (22,100 followers) and Jul 16, 2026 (22,966 followers).
The account grew from 22.1K to 22.7K followers over 51 days. The steady trend resulted in a gain of 588 followers for the marketer.
What the trajectory means
@hafftka gained 588 followers over the tracked period, moving from 22.1K to 22.7K. This upward trend identifies the account as a rising profile worth getting in on early. The pace of 12 new followers per day provides a steady baseline for campaign planning.
Engagement Analysis
Based on 12 recent posts
Platform Context
@hafftka ranks 651 out of 1390 for engagement because its rate sits above the tracked median. This performance means the account generates more interaction per follower than many others in the corpus. The creator outperforms the average benchmark by a margin of 0.15 percent.
The engagement rate of 1.34% exceeds the median and places @hafftka in the top half of the competitive landscape. This indicates that followers interact more than the typical user on the platform. While likes provide a baseline of approval, the 36 comments per post show a community willing to engage in conversation. The audience rewards still photography over video content as photos earned 303 likes compared to 165 for videos. However, the reach is inconsistent and lacks high-frequency spikes. Only 8.3% of recent posts doubled the average engagement rate while zero posts reached five times the average. This suggests that most content reaches a steady core rather than achieving frequent breakout success. The audience is active.
268
Avg Likes/Post
36
Avg Comments/Post
3.2K
Total Likes
428
Total Comments
Engagement Rate
Compared to Micro tier benchmarks
1.34%
(Likes + Comments) / Followers per post
Video vs Photo Engagement
165
Avg Likes on Videos (3)
303
Avg Likes on Photos (9)
Per-Post Engagement Trend
Engagement (likes + comments) for each of @hafftka's tracked recent posts, in upload order. Hover any point for the exact value.
Each data point is one post. Spikes indicate viral hits; flat stretches indicate steady content with consistent reach.
Best-Performing Post, Decomposed
What @hafftka's single biggest post had going for it — the patterns worth replicating.
655 likes · 97 comments
2.5× @hafftka's average post · 2.4× the median post.
"Joy Ride 2025 64” X 54” acrylic on linen and the digital animation of it! “Joy Ride” explores the human capacity to create lightness in the face of overwhelming darkness. It speaks to those moments when we choose movement over paralysis, when we pedal forward not because the p"
945 characters
Photo
Format
Wednesday
Day Posted
22:00 UTC
Hour Posted
Content Analysis
Hashtags, keywords, captions, and top posts
The standout post achieved a 2.4x multiplier over the median engagement of this account. This specific piece earned 97 comments to its 655 likes. That ratio indicates high viewer interaction compared to standard posts. Use long captions exceeding 100 characters to drive higher engagement numbers. Medium length captions perform poorly and suggest that shorter copy does not build connection here. The hashtags #contemporaryart, #publicart, and #hafftka serve as the primary signals for the content niche. Posting frequency is low at 0.2 times per week. Because average engagement is modest, focus on steady output rather than rapid growth. This account currently has 22.7K followers.
Top Hashtags
Top Keywords
Caption Analysis
| Avg Caption Length | 681 chars |
| Posting Frequency | 0.2 posts/week |
Content Mix
3
Videos / Reels
9
Photos
Top Performing Posts
Joy Ride 2025 64” X 54” acrylic on linen and the digital animation of it! “Joy Ride” explores the human capacity to …
Holding the Line 2016-2026 78” X 100” oil on linen He stands in the center of forces he cannot fully control. A white…
Some of Michael Hafftka’s works can be found in major public collections worldwide, including: 1. Museum of Modern Art…
Fly 1995 78” X 62” oil on linen This painting was on the cover of my Housatonic Museum @housatonicmuseumofart retrospec…
Ill-Matched Lovers 30 x 30 oil on linen My version of Quentin Matsys’ Ill-Matched Lovers, after months in the studio. …
Covenant Between the Pieces 1997 78” X 62” oil on canvas ABOUT COVENANT BETWEEN THE PIECES When God called Abraham o…
Held Together 2026 48” X 60” acrylic on linen I am also posting a digital animation I made of this work First they …
Top Posts
Highest-liked recent posts from @hafftka
| # | Caption | Likes | Comments | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Joy Ride 2025 64” X 54” acrylic on linen and the digital animation of it!
“J…
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655 | 97 | view |
| 2 |
Holding the Line 2016-2026 78” X 100” oil on linen
He stands in the center of…
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342 | 44 | view |
| 3 |
Self Portrait 2025 16” X 12” oil on linen
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340 | 51 | view |
| 4 |
Some of Michael Hafftka’s works can be found in major public collections worldw…
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297 | 32 | view |
| 5 |
Fly 1995 78” X 62” oil on linen
This painting was on the cover of my Housatonic…
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296 | 33 | view |
| 6 |
Ill-Matched Lovers
30 x 30 oil on linen
My version of Quentin Matsys’ Ill-Matc…
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289 | 25 | view |
| 7 |
Covenant Between the Pieces 1997 78” X 62” oil on canvas
ABOUT COVENANT BETWE…
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280 | 30 | view |
| 8 |
Held Together 2026 48” X 60” acrylic on linen
I am also posting a digital ani…
|
201 | 52 | view |
| 9 |
Family 1987 78” X 100” oil on linen
Happy Mother’s Day!
|
174 | 13 | view |
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
When @hafftka posts on Instagram
This creator follows a sparse high-effort pace. The frequency of 0.2 posts per week falls well below the median of 0.7 and places them in the bottom tier of follower rank. A consistency score of zero indicates an erratic posting rhythm with no predictable pattern or steady habit. New content appears rarely and unpredictably across a wide timeline. You can expect fresh uploads primarily on Sunday and Tuesday around 22:00 UTC. These windows mark when new material lands for your campaign planning. Because the output is so infrequent, you cannot rely on a regular cycle to align with their content flow. A marketer must plan far in advance of any specific tie-in. The lack of a steady cadence means spontaneous activations are risky. You should coordinate directly with the creator to pin down dates for specific posts. This account functions as a low-frequency destination rather than a high-volume engine. Your strategy should focus on the quality of these rare moments rather than volume.
0.2
Posts / week
1154.7h
Avg gap between posts
Sunday, Tuesday, Monday
Peak posting days
22:00, 2:00, 19:00 UTC
Peak posting hours
Posting Activity by Hour (UTC)
How often @hafftka publishes at each hour of the day, across 12 timestamped posts. Bar height = number of posts. Hover any bar for the exact count.
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The account posts most often on Sunday and Tuesday at 22:00 UTC. The frequency is low with only 0.2 posts per week.
Most Common Words
Frequent caption words across @hafftka's recent posts (excludes stopwords)
Best Day of the Week to Post
@hafftka's engagement broken down by day of the week
| Day | Posts | Avg Engagement | Total Engagement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 2 | 159 | 318 |
| Tuesday | 3 | 276 | 828 |
| Wednesday | 1 | 752 | 752 |
| Thursday | 1 | 310 | 310 |
| Friday | 1 | 253 | 253 |
| Saturday | 1 | 93 | 93 |
| Sunday | 3 | 364 | 1,091 |
Posting Consistency & Streaks
How steadily @hafftka maintains output
1
Longest streak (days)
0/100
Consistency score
Inverse of posting-gap variance
2.3%
Active days
Posted at least once
1154.7h
Avg gap
Between posts
Caption Length & Performance
How @hafftka's caption length correlates with engagement
100.0%
Posts with Caption
681
Avg Caption Chars
581
Median Chars
1902
Longest Caption
| Caption Length | Posts | Avg Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (40-100) | 2 | 289 |
| Long (100+) | 10 | 307 |
The audience rewards long captions with an average of 307 engagements. These posts perform better than medium captions which only reach 289.
Who This Audience Is
What @hafftka's reach and engagement mean for a brand.
The follower count ranks in the bottom quartile of tracked creators because it is well under the typical median size. This indicates an audience that lacks broadcast scale or broad market reach. The account lacks a verified status and a defined category, which means the profile lacks a specific niche or recognized authority. Engagement rates sit slightly above the median. This suggests a brand message will land with more consistency than the average creator in this size bracket but does not indicate high intensity. While the engagement is stable, the lack of categorization makes targeting difficult for broad campaigns. The audience fits few brand categories due to the absence of clear content pillars or verified status.
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Estimated Earnings
Revenue estimates based on follower count and engagement
Sponsored posts represent the primary revenue stream for @hafftka based on her follower count. Her rank places her in the bottom half of the peer group, making her a value buy for brands seeking cost efficiency. The quoted range of $226 to $453 serves as a ceiling for negotiations rather than a fixed fee. Because her 1.34% engagement rate exceeds the median of 1.19%, the higher end of that bracket is justified by more active audience participation. These are modelled estimates from public metrics, not disclosed earnings.
Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)
Based on 22.7K followers (Micro)
$227 – $454
Industry rate for micro Instagram creators
Key Insights & Takeaways
Key Takeaways
Strengths
- + 1.34% engagement rate beats the 1.19% tracked median
- + Above the 10K threshold where sponsorship deals become viable
Opportunities
- ~ Only 8.3% of recent posts clear 2x the account average, a low hit-rate
- ~ Sparse cadence of about 0.2 posts a week limits fresh reach
Summary
This analysis of @hafftka reveals a micro Instagram presence with 22,688 followers. The account demonstrates an engagement rate of 1.34%, averaging 268 likes per post across 12 analyzed posts.
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Start SearchingFrequently Asked Questions About @hafftka
How many followers does @hafftka have on Instagram?
@hafftka has 22,688 followers on Instagram, placing them in the micro creator tier.
What is @hafftka's Instagram engagement rate?
@hafftka has an engagement rate of 1.34% based on 12 recent posts, averaging 268 likes per post.
How much does @hafftka earn on Instagram?
Based on industry benchmarks, @hafftka's estimated sponsorship value is $227 - $454 per post. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, and individual brand negotiations.
How many posts has @hafftka published on Instagram?
@hafftka has published 769 posts on Instagram.
What is @hafftka's most-liked recent post?
Of the 12 recent posts analyzed, the top post received 655 likes and 97 comments.
How often does @hafftka post on Instagram?
@hafftka posts approximately 0.2 times per week, with an average gap of 1154.7 hours between posts. Peak posting days are Sunday, Tuesday, Monday.
How does @hafftka compare to other Instagram creators?
@hafftka sits in the Micro creator tier alongside accounts like @janareio, @davidfrancis19, @ivan_bukin_.
About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @hafftka's Instagram profile and 12 recent posts.
Data collected and analyzed by IGDataHub | Analysis date: May 25, 2026