Paintings by numbers

Paint by Numbers from the Manufacturer Strateg: The Story of Creation

Everyone has dreamed at least once in their life of taking brushes, paints, and creating a painting on a blank canvas. A painting that you wouldn't be ashamed to hang on the wall in the living room, bedroom, or kitchen. A painting that would captivate everyone who sees it. Dreams are dreams, but we all know that not everyone is gifted at painting beautifully. Max Klein and Den Robinson, the owners of a paint and art supplies company, noticed this.

For Max, increasing sales was important, and with only a few artists, the plans he had were almost impossible to implement. But if there's a goal, there are ways to achieve it. This is how the idea of creating paint by numbers came into reality in 1951.

Paint by Numbers: Advantages

This painting technique is similar to children's coloring. However, there are still differences. Such an exciting activity is suitable not only for children but also for adults, allowing them to relax and forget about their worries and problems for a while.

Painting by numbers is good for developing:

• imagination;
• attention to detail;
• accuracy;
• artistic taste;
• visual memory;
• fine motor skills.

But the most important thing is not the advantages, but the smooth strokes of the brush, the application of soft strokes, and bright reflections that bring true pleasure to a beginner artist. By the way, this feature is also present in diamond mosaic by numbers, where acrylic rhinestones, glue, and canvas are included instead of regular diamond threads and needles.

Main Types of Paint by Numbers

Modern paintings for creativity are conditionally divided into several types.

By shape:

• vertical;
• horizontal.

Depending on the subject:

• landscape (nature);
• portrait;
• still life;
• minimalist (animals);
• household;
• historical.

By the number of canvases:

• diptych - a canvas with 2 parts;
• triptych - a canvas with 3 separate areas;
• quadriptych - accordingly, a canvas consisting of 4 separate areas.

By type:

• classic paint by numbers;
• luminous canvases - fluorescent paints are applied to the finished canvas to give the painting a shiny look;
• clock canvas - the kit includes a clock that is easily assembled on the canvas, and, like in the classic version, numbered paints and canvas are included;
• mandala - sometimes these canvases do not have numbers, and the idea is for the artist to choose the colors themselves.

Based on the blanks:

• on canvas - requires more strokes and layers, unlike cardboard;
• on wood - the painting is made on a smooth wooden board;
• on cardboard - suitable for beginners and children, easy to paint and looks more like children's drawings.

By size:

• 30 cm*40 cm;
• 40 cm*50 cm;
• and others.

Before buying paint by numbers, it is recommended to determine your painting direction. Which one do you prefer?

• Expressionism;
• Modern;
• Surrealism;
• Pop art;
• Futurism;
• Realism.

The painting style you choose will determine the level of complexity in creating your artwork. Some may require clear lines, while others involve casual strokes and reflections, and in some themes, only monochromatic shades of paint are used.

As for the variety of paintings, the only difference is that some are intended for adults, while others are designed for children. Naturally, in children's themes, the paintings are more whimsical and animated, while those for adults are typically in a more realistic style.

Additionally, before making a purchase, consider where you intend to hang the painting once it's completed. For the kitchen, still lifes are better suited, in the living room, household scenes, and animal depictions are ideal, and for the bedroom, landscapes and portraits fit well.

Paint by Numbers Kits: What's Included

The "paint by numbers" kits may include:

• Numbered canvas with a frame;
• Tubes or jars of paint, depending on the type of paint—oil or acrylic;
• Set of brushes;
• Palette;
• Instructions;
• Hanging materials for the painting;
• Screws;
• Reduced-size copy of the painting.

However, the kit contents may vary slightly, but there are some common elements. Some manufacturers include a cotton canvas, while others use cardboard. Some provide additional reinforcements and screws, while others don't. It varies from brand to brand. Yet, one common feature among many paint by numbers creators is the preference for including acrylic paints in the kits. This is because oil paints are thicker in consistency and take a long time to dry.

Ukraine: Where to Buy Affordable Paint by Numbers?

Today, these coloring sets are wonderful gifts for loved ones. They will be appreciated by everyone—grandmothers, mothers, friends, children. The key is to select the right painting theme that will capture the interest and passion of the intended recipient.

You might be wondering why it's worth choosing such a painting and giving it as a gift. The answer is simple. People often forget about relaxation, struggle to unwind, and don't know how to spend their leisure time. So, such a gift can serve as a perfect reason to finally take a break.

You can purchase paint by numbers from us. In our online store, Strateg, we offer a variety of canvases to suit every taste. For children, we recommend 30 cm by 40 cm canvases, as this category includes animated scenes with cartoon animals and landscapes. The rest of the paint by numbers kits for adults have identical contents.

To explore the available options on our website, browse our catalog. Enjoy the gallery and make your selection. We are confident that one of the paintings will capture your heart, and you won't be able to resist it.

Paint by Numbers Wholesale: Geolocation

We provide delivery of paint by numbers throughout Ukraine, including Odessa, Kyiv, Poltava, Lviv, Lutsk, Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, and other cities. You can rest assured that we will deliver your order to any part of our country.

The Strateg brand wishes you pleasant shopping and creative success!