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Horse Paint by Numbers
Horse paint by numbers kits bring flowing manes, glossy coats and horses in full stride to a canvas where the proportions are already drawn for you. Most designs here are rated for beginners, in sizes from 16x20 inches up to 24x30 inches.
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Frequently Asked Questions
There’s something about horses: the movement, the strength, the connection to nature. They’ve been painted for centuries, not just for beauty, but to capture emotion and energy. A horse painting brings that feeling into your space. Whether it's a galloping herd or a calm portrait, they tend to make people stop and look.
If you’re just getting started, look for kits with larger color sections and fewer tiny details. Designs with clean backgrounds or soft gradients tend to be easier than highly detailed ones with hair texture or landscape elements. Most listings show a difficulty tag, so keep an eye out for ones marked “Beginner”.
Of course! That’s one of the best parts of painting by numbers: you get the structure, but you’re still free to make it your own. Want to change the coat color or make the sky pink instead of blue? Go for it. The numbers are a guide, not a rulebook.
Acrylic paint dries quickly, especially in warm or dry air. If you’re taking a break, make sure the lids are snapped on tight. It also helps to paint one color at a time so you’re not opening and closing the same pot over and over. That’s usually when paint starts drying out faster.
You don’t have to, but sealing your finished piece adds a nice protective layer. It can help preserve color and prevent dust or fading over time. A spray or brush-on varnish works well. If you're looking for extras like sealants, brushes, or frames, check out our Accessories Collection to round out your setup.
Horse Paint by Numbers Kits
Flowing manes, glossy coats and horses in full stride. A horse painting can look hard to get right, but a horse paint by numbers kit takes care of the proportions for you: the outlines and numbers are already on the canvas, so you can focus on color, light and the small touches that make the animal feel alive. Most designs in this collection are rated for beginners.
Our Horse Paint by Numbers Designs
Untamed Currents
Three wild horses in full sprint. Lots of energy, and still rated for beginners.
Chestnut Elegance
A gentle chestnut horse at rest in warm stable light, with a long braided mane.
Ebony and Ember
A black horse beside an orange horse, a bold and striking contrast.
Three Horses
A classic trio of horses, relaxed and easy to follow for a first kit.
Famous Horse Paintings
The Blue Horse by Franz Marc
Franz Marc painted horses in bold, unreal colors to express feeling rather than reality. His Blue Horse is bright, simple in shape and rated for beginners. See more in our Franz Marc collection.
My Bunkie by Charles Schreyvogel
A famous Western scene of soldiers and horses on the American frontier, by an artist known for cowboy life. An intermediate kit with plenty of action.
Tips for Painting Horses by Numbers
Coat before mane
Paint the large areas of the body first, then add mane and tail strands with the fine brush.
Follow the muscles
Brush in the direction the numbered shapes curve. It keeps the coat looking smooth and glossy.
Pick your size
16x20" (40x50 cm), 20x24" (50x60 cm) or up to 24x30" (60x75 cm), rolled, DIY frame, pre-stretched or canvas board.
Custom Horse Paint by Numbers From Your Photo
Have a photo of your horse, a favorite ride or a day at the barn? We turn it into a custom paint by numbers kit with a canvas and paints made just for your picture. It is a lovely gift for any rider or horse owner, and a keepsake they will want to hang.
More Animals to Paint
Every kit comes with a numbered canvas, acrylic paints numbered to match, three brushes and a reference sheet, so you have everything to start the day it arrives. Love the American West? Our American paint by numbers include cowboys and frontier scenes. For dogs, cats, birds and wildlife, visit the full animal paint by numbers collection, or browse all our paint by numbers kits.
