Paint by Numbers Steps

STEP 1: Prepare Your Workspace
Find a well-lit and comfortable area to work in. Lay down newspaper or a plastic sheet to protect your work surface from paint spills. Gather all the materials included in your paint by numbers kit.

STEP 2: Match Numbers to Colors
Examine the pre-printed canvas or board and identify the numbered sections. Refer to the instructions or the legend provided in your kit to match each number with the corresponding color of paint.

STEP 3: Start Painting
Begin painting by filling in each numbered section with the corresponding color of paint. Start with one color at a time and work systematically, moving from one numbered section to the next.


Your Quick Starter Guide
Tips for Mastering Paint by Numbers
Begin from the top for a cleaner finish. Use a fine brush for intricate areas. Keep your brush clean to avoid color mixing. Work under good lighting for accuracy. Take breaks to prevent fatigue.
FAQs
Paint by numbers is a painting technique where a pre-printed canvas or board is divided into sections, each marked with a number corresponding to a specific color of paint. You simply match the numbers on the canvas with the corresponding paint colors to create a complete painting.
Paint by numbers works by providing a pre-printed canvas or board with a numbered outline. Each number corresponds to a specific color of paint, and the goal is to fill in each section with the corresponding color, following the numbers on the canvas.
A typical paint by numbers kit includes a pre-printed canvas or board, numbered paint pots, paintbrushes, and instructions.
Yes, most paint by numbers kits include safe and non-toxic acrylic paints that are suitable for all ages.
Yes, you can frame your completed paint by numbers artwork to display it as a finished piece of art.
The time it takes to complete a paint by numbers painting varies depending on the complexity of the design and your painting speed. On average, it can take anywhere from a few hours to several days to finish a painting.