Paint By numbers Tips and Tricks

1. Start in Descending Order

That means, while you are going to start painting, is that start your work in descending order. Descending order means to start work from a larger area and then move towards smaller areas. It will consume less time and it helps to prevent any accidental smudging.

2. Darkest First

First use the darkest color in your canvas and then use lightest color. Mean move from dark to light in a sequence of color’s effect. It will able you to understand the composition of colors in a better way. You can see how the colors affect one another. What is the impact of dark colors on the light one?

3. Corresponding the Number with Correct Color

It seems like an easy step but is important indeed. While painting, try to paint all areas that point towards the color in your hand. It will lessen your confusion regarding using color and there become a sequence of painting. When you finished all the parts then let it dry. Clean your brushes first then move towards other parts.

4. Covering the Numbers

To cover the numbers on a painting is important because it gives neatness to your painting. To do so coat the second layer of paint and let it dry. Do not rush your painting, and give plenty of drying time between colors.

5. Avoid Smudges

First paint the topmost area of the canvas and then paint the lower area. Due to this precaution, chances of smudges reduce.