
From Kit to Canvas
How It Works
Paint By The Numbers Custom Pets is exactly what it sounds like: a relaxing, structured way to paint without needing any experience.
Every area on the canvas is marked with a number that matches a pre-mixed color pot. You just fill in the sections. What you get is a clear image that slowly builds with every brushstroke.
What’s in the Kit
Each Custom kit includes everything you need to get started right away:
- Pre-printed, numbered canvas (your uploaded image mapped by hand)
- Full set of acrylic paints, pre-mixed and labeled
- Three brushes in different sizes
- Easy-to-follow reference guide
- Optional frame (if selected)
Choosing the Right Photo: What Works Best
Your custom kit is only as good as the image you upload. To make sure your Paint By The Numbers Custom Pets result looks clear and detailed, follow these simple photo tips:

✅ Great Uploads
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Clear Lighting: Well-lit subjects with natural light or soft indoor lighting
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Sharp Focus: Faces, pets, or key details must be crisp, not blurry
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Centered Subjects: Keep the person or pet in the center, not far off in the background
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Few Subjects: 1–4 people or pets max per image for best clarity
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Minimal Background Distractions: A simple or soft background helps the main subject stand out
❌ Not Recommended
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Too Many People: Group photos lose detail in faces
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Backlighting or Harsh Shadows: Faces become dark or blown out
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Blurry or Low-Resolution Images: Small details won’t come through
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Too Distant: If the subject is far from the camera, features won’t translate well
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Overexposed or Washed Out: Photos with strong sunlight or poor color balance don’t convert cleanly
A Guided Way In
Everything’s ready to go: your canvas comes outlined with the features of your pet, be it a dog, a cat, a rabbit, or even a bird. The paints are matched, the brushwork is broken down into simple steps. You’re not learning to be an artist, you’re just spending time with a face you know. Every patch of fur, every shape of an ear or whisker, already means something. You’re just bringing it out.
Customer Approved

Still working on it, but the face already looks spot-on. Clean lines, no guessing. Can’t wait to finish the rest.
Craig Lowery

I still can’t believe I painted this! The look in his eyes is so close to real, I almost expected him to blink. Not perfect, but super rewarding.
Nicolas Z.

I painted my queen, and honestly? She looks just as majestic on canvas as she does in real life. Those eyes. That stare. ❤️!
Aliyah

Didn’t expect it to turn out this moving. It’s not just a painting, it feels like I’ve captured my dog’s soul on canvas.
Andy Connell

This one really surprised me, thought the blanket would be a nightmare, but it turned out to be my favorite part. The texture pops, and the dog’s expression is exactly what I hoped for.
Tricia S.

Honestly didn’t think I could pull this off, but here we are. great kit!
Mandy R.

I can’t stop laughing, my dog actually paused to admire himself in paint. Glasses and all. The likeness is uncanny, and the result? Absolute masterpiece.
Nina

I ordered this on a whim and didn’t expect much. Halfway through, I realized it was actually turning into something really special. The finished piece? Way better than I thought I was capable of.
Mona Hagan
Time Well-Spent
This isn’t about rushing to finish. What matters is how closely you look while painting. You’ll start to notice the subtle curve of your dog’s nose, the way your cat’s markings taper off, or the alert shape of a horse’s eyes. Those details surface slowly, with every layer you complete. And in the end, the painting reflects more than just their look, it holds the time you spent seeing them again.
FAQ
Go for a photo that’s sharp and naturally lit. The subject should be clear, well-defined, and easy to make out, ideally with little background distraction. Avoid dim lighting, blurry shots, or photos where the main part is too far away.
Yes, you can, but keep in mind that too many faces or shapes can reduce the clarity. 4 people, pets, or a small scene works well. The simpler the composition, the better the final result.
Not at all. The canvas is pre-numbered and each number matches a specific paint color. Just follow the guide at your own pace.
Each kit comes with your custom-printed canvas, pre-mixed acrylic paints matched to the image, three paintbrushes of various sizes, and an optional frame if you added it to your order. Everything’s set up so you can get started right away.
That depends on the level of detail and how you like to work. Some people paint in long stretches, others fit it in gradually. There’s no timeline—you can go as slow or steady as you like.
Yes. The photo you upload is converted by hand into a detailed paint by numbers format that keeps the likeness clear and the shapes balanced.