1. Pick the SIZE and FORMAT (no frame or pre-stretched) you'd like for your custom dot painting kit.
2. Click on the "CHOOSE IMAGE" button. It is mandatory that you upload your picture.
3. Select your photo from your device. The editor will open.
4. Use the options at the bottom to edit your image. You can crop, rotate, enhance contrast, or make your image black & white. Click on any icon to start editing your image. APPLY any desired changes.
5. Once you are happy, click on ADD, and you're done!
Passer aux informations sur le produit
Your custom dot painting kit includes everything you need:
- Fiber-resistant canvas, specially made for dot painting and printed with your photo's dot pattern.
- 2x double-ended permanent markers (fine + medium tip).
- Reference sheet showing your original photo.
- Getting Started quick guide.
Choose the finish that best fits how you like to work and display your artwork:
- Rolled (No Frame) – The canvas is shipped rolled inside a sturdy PVC tube. It's easy to store, travel with, or take to your local framer.
- Pre-Stretched on Frame – The canvas arrives already mounted on a wooden stretcher frame. Start marking right away and hang it up as soon as you're done.
Four Key Tips for Choosing Your Image:
1. Image Resolution/Quality: The sharper, the better.
2. Distance from the Camera: The closer to the camera the subject is, the more detail we can capture. Close-up shots work best.
3. Lighting: Opt for evenly lit photos. The light should come from the camera angle. Avoid intense backlight, shadows on the subjects, dark pictures, or color filters.
4. Contrast: Since dot art is rendered in black and white, photos with clear contrast between light and dark areas translate best into a crisp, readable pattern.
Important: Avoid any small font on your image. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure that your photo follows the requirements. Not sure about your photo? Send it to us at support@canvasbynumbers.com before placing your order.
1. Pick the SIZE and FORMAT (no frame or pre-stretched) you'd like for your custom dot painting kit.
2. Click on the "CHOOSE IMAGE" button. It is mandatory that you upload your picture.
3. Select your photo from your device. The editor will open.
4. Use the options at the bottom to edit your image. You can crop, rotate, enhance contrast, or make your image black & white. Click on any icon to start editing your image. APPLY any desired changes.
5. Once you are happy, click on ADD, and you're done!
- Made to Order: Your dot painting kit is created from your photo and shipped from our international partner facility.
- Delivery Time: Please allow 7 to 14 business days for delivery.
- Tracking & Shipping Protection: Every order is tracked and includes free shipping insurance.
- Dedicated Support: If there is ever an issue with your custom kit, our team is here to help. See our Canvas Guarantee below for details.
- Custom Kit Assurance
We want you to love every part of the experience. If there is an issue with the kit, image conversion, or final result, our team will review it and offer a remake or replacement when appropriate. - Free Paint Refill Promise
Every kit includes plenty of paint to complete your artwork. If you ever run low, we’ll send extra paint at no additional cost
. - Designed for Exceptional Results
From our premium canvas quality to our exclusive artwork, every detail is chosen to help you create a piece worth displaying.
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Color-printed numbers that are clear and easy to read.
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Pigment-rich acrylic paints with strong coverage.
Designed by Experts
Every pattern is prepared by our team for a detailed result.
Ready to Hang
Choose a pre-stretched canvas and skip the framing shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all! Our kits are designed for both beginners and experienced artists. The numbered guide makes it easy to follow along, and many users find the process meditative and relaxing. Simply match the numbers on the canvas with the numbers on the paint and start creating!
Depending on the specific kit you order, it will be dispatched from the most suitable location. For our US customers, kits that are readily available in the US typically arrive within 2-6 business days. However, made-to-order kits might require a longer delivery time, ranging from 7-14 working days. We always strive to get your kits to you as quickly as possible!
We will send tracking information to the e-mail address associated with your order once the item has shipped.
At Canvas by Numbers, we're proud of our exceptional customer service. Understanding the intricacies of art creation, we offer a 60-day guarantee where we'll send extra paints for free should you run out of any color.
Completion time varies depending on the size and complexity of the design and an individual's pace. Some can be completed in a few hours, while others might take multiple sessions. Remember, it's not a race! Enjoy the process.
Yes, safety is a top priority for us. The paints used in our kits are water-based, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly. Likewise, the materials in our diamond painting kits are non-hazardous. Always use the kits as directed and keep them out of reach of small children.
What Is Dot Painting?
Dot painting is a photo-to-canvas art technique that works a lot like a connect-the-dots puzzle: your photo is converted into a grid of printed circles, and you fill each one in with a marker until your picture gradually appears. If you've tried diamond painting before, dot painting will feel familiar — same relaxing, one-piece-at-a-time process, minus the tiny resin drills, the tweezers, and the mess. Just a marker and a canvas.
A Calmer Alternative to Diamond Painting
A lot of our customers come to dot painting looking for something with the same meditative, screen-free appeal as diamond painting, but simpler to set up and easier to travel with — no beads to spill, no wax pen, nothing to lose under the couch cushions. You still get that steady, repetitive rhythm that makes the hobby so relaxing, just with a pen in hand instead of a tray of tiny gems.
Made From Your Photo, Not a Stock Design
Every dot painting kit starts with a photo you choose — not a pre-made template. That's what makes it work so well as a personalized gift: a pet portrait of a dog who's no longer around, a wedding photo, a new baby, grandparents at a family reunion. We've had customers turn in memorial photos to create a keepsake portrait, and others use a recent phone snapshot from a birthday or a trip. Any clear, well-lit photo with a distinct subject will translate well into a dot pattern.
What You're Actually Getting
Your kit includes a canvas printed with your photo's dot pattern on fiber-resistant canvas made specifically for this kind of repeated marker use, plus a double-ended permanent marker with a fine tip for small details and a medium tip for filling in larger areas faster. No experience with art or drawing is needed — the pattern tells you exactly where to go, so it's just as approachable for a first-timer as it is for someone who paints regularly.
Good for Slow Afternoons and Thoughtful Gifts
Some people work through a canvas in one sitting; others keep it out on the table and add to it over a few evenings. Either way works. It's become a popular gift for Mother's Day, anniversaries, and milestone birthdays specifically because it's something the person actually does with their hands, rather than something they just unwrap and set aside.
Browse more personalized options in our Custom Kits collection.
