What is Paint by Numbers?
The history of paint by numbers is a bit murky, but it's believed that the first known painting was done in 1835 by an American woman named Anna Louisa Hall.
The concept behind Paint By Numbers is simple: you get a template with a grid on it and fill in each square with different colors based on what's shown on your guide. The result? A beautiful piece of art you can hang proudly on your wall!
Paint by numbers has been around for over 200 years now, but it wasn't until recently that people started realizing how fun and easy this method can be for anyone who wants to learn more about art or just have fun creating something new at home.
Getting Started with Paint by Numbers
- Choosing the Right Paint by Numbers Kit
The first step in painting beautifully is choosing the right kit. There are many different kinds of paint by numbers kits available, so it's important to choose one that fits your style and skill level. If this is your first time using a paint by numbers kit, I would recommend starting with something simple like "My First Picture." This kit comes with everything you need for creating an adorable picture of kittens playing in a field (or whatever else strikes your fancy). It also includes step-by-step instructions on how to apply each color so that even beginners can create beautiful works of art!
- Gathering Supplies
Once you've chosen which kit will work best for you, gather all of your supplies together before beginning: canvas; paints; brushes; palette knife or spatula; easel if needed
Painting with Paint by Numbers
Painting with paint by numbers is a fun way to get creative and explore your artistic side. It's also a great way to teach kids how to express themselves through art! The best part about this method is that it's simple, so even if you're new at painting or don't consider yourself an artist, you can still create beautiful works of art.
The first thing you'll want to do when starting your project is divide the canvas into sections based on where the colors will go on each piece of paper included in your kit (usually there are three). Once this has been done, match up each section with its corresponding piece of paper (the color should be printed right on top). Finally, fill in all of those areas using different shades until they're completely covered up--this will give them depth later when painting over them again!