Custom Paint by Number from Your Photo
Upload a favorite photo and get your own paint-by-number pattern: numbered areas, a matching color key and a preview of the finished painting.
Only upload photos you took yourself or have permission to use. The preview is made in your browser; your photo is only sent when you create the template, and it is not stored.
Uses 10 credits
The preview is free. You get a printable PDF with the numbered sheet and a color key. This is a digital template, not a physical kit.
How it works
- Upload a photo. Pets, portraits, landscapes, your wedding day, your house. Clear, well-lit photos work best.
- Choose the number of colors. 12 colors is relaxing and quick, 24 is a good balance, and 36 gives the most realistic result.
- Pick the detail level. Easy uses bigger areas; Detailed keeps more of the photo's texture.
- Preview. See the numbered template and the finished painting side by side. Adjust until you like it.
- Download. Get a print-ready PDF with the numbered outline, the color key and a full-color reference image.
What's in your download
- Numbered template: clean outlines with a number in every area
- Color key: every number matched to a color swatch, with hex codes
- Mixing guide: suggestions for mixing each color from basic paint sets
- Reference image: the full-color preview to check your progress
- Sizes: Letter, A4 and A3, ready to print or take to a print shop
Tips for the best results
- Pick photos with a clear subject. One pet or one or two people close to the camera.
- Good light matters. Strong shadows turn into dark patches that are hard to paint.
- Fewer colors for beginners and kids. Start with 12; move to 36 once you're hooked.
- Print bigger for detail. A3 or poster size makes small areas much easier to paint.
- Transfer to canvas. Print the template, then trace it onto canvas with a light box or transfer paper.
Gift ideas
A custom paint-by-number of a pet, a couple's photo or a family home makes a thoughtful, personal gift for birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day and the holidays. Print the template, add a small paint set, and you have a one-of-a-kind present.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn a photo into a paint by number?
Upload the photo, choose how many colors you want and the detail level, then download the numbered template and color key as a PDF. It takes less than a minute.
Is this a physical paint-by-number kit?
No. You get a digital template (PDF and PNG) that you print yourself or at a print shop. You'll need your own paints, brushes and canvas or thick paper.
How many colors should I choose?
12 colors suits beginners and kids, 24 suits most photos, and 36 gives the most detailed, realistic painting. More colors means more areas and more painting time.
How much does it cost?
Each template uses 10 credits. New accounts get 30 free credits, so you can try it before buying.
Can I use acrylic or watercolor paint?
Acrylic works best for canvas and thick paper. For watercolor, print on watercolor paper and choose fewer colors with larger areas.
What happens to my photo?
Your photo is only used to create your template and is deleted from our servers after processing.