How to Paint Your Custom Painting
1. Find Your Spot: Choose a clean, well-lit space and lay out your canvas, paints, brushes, and a cup of water.
2. Match Numbers to Colors: Each section on the canvas has a number. Use the matching paint pot, easy and no guesswork.
3. Start Smart: Begin with lighter colors or larger areas. It’s easier on the eyes and helps you build momentum.
4. Paint with Patience: Use a small amount of paint, go one section at a time, and don’t rush—details matter.
5. Clean as You Go: Rinse your brush between colors and close paint pots when not in use to keep them from drying.
6. Let It Dry & Show It Off: Once finished, let it dry fully. Then frame it or gift it—it’s your personal masterpiece.
You Bring More Than Time
As the portrait takes shape, so do all the things you’ve stored away about them, the way they sit, how they look when they’re listening, the expression that always gives something away. Painting opens up a space you don’t usually get in the middle of routine. The person feels both familiar and newly present. Custom Painting By Numbers People gives structure to that feeling, a way to turn attention into something finished.
Photo Tips for a Stunning Painting

Good lighting makes a big difference!
When choosing a photo for your custom paint by numbers, make sure everyone’s face is clearly visible. Avoid harsh sunlight or deep shadows, natural, even lighting works best. A well-lit photo will help your painting look sharp, colorful, and full of life.
Keep It Sharp and Simple
Close-ups help highlight the details that matter most, faces, expressions, and personality. Blurry or low-resolution shots make it harder to get clean results, so always go for sharp, well-lit images. Think of your photo as the blueprint for your masterpiece, make it a good one!

Customer Reviews

Okay but how cute is this?! I painted this of my two little ones, and honestly, I didn’t expect it to turn out this sweet. It was such a peaceful way to spend a few evenings.
Nina G.

Still working on this beauty, it’s a slow and steady process, but honestly so satisfying. Seeing her dress and hair come to life has been my favorite part so far. Can’t wait to finish and frame it!
Maribel D.

Painted this little guy and now I’m thinking of quitting my job to become a full-time art mom. He looks like he’s about to walk into kindergarten and a gallery.
Emily R.

Not gonna lie, I think we look better in the painting than in real life. Framed it the second I finished.
Jake R.

Painted this from one of our favorite vacation snaps, and now it’s even more special.
Rick T.

Painted my husband looking like a 70s movie character and now I feel like I live with a forest legend. The detail on the jacket and beard was oddly fun to do 10/10 experience.
Jess M.

Halfway through painting my wedding photo and I’m already crying. It’s like reliving that day one brushstroke at a time.
Laura M.

Took me a few evenings, but totally worth it. Now it feels like that beach day will last forever.
Sophie M.
The Result Is More Than a Portrait
When it’s done, it doesn’t feel like something you bought. It feels like something you spent. Not just the hours, but the decision to focus on someone you care about with no distractions, no performance, no need to explain why. What’s left is a face that carries both of you, the one in the frame, and the one who cared enough to put them there.
FAQ
Choose a bright, clear, and close-up image with good lighting and sharp details. Avoid shadows or blurry backgrounds.
Yes! But the fewer the subjects and the closer the shot, the better the detail will show.
Each kit comes with a pre-printed canvas, numbered paint pots, brushes, and a reference sheet.
It depends on the size and your pace. Most people finish in 7–20 hours over a few sessions.
Not at all. It’s beginner-friendly, just match the paint to the numbers!
Absolutely! Many people frame their finished work — it’s a great display piece or gift.