What kind of photo is best to choose for a paint-by-numbers kit based on a photo?

Did you know that absolutely anyone can paint a portrait or a picture featuring their loved ones? You can feel like a real artist! To do this, you need to order a paint-by-numbers kit based on a photo. But before you start, there’s always an important question: which photo should you choose for your future painting? 

And now we’ll give you a couple of tips to help you make the right choice.

1. Photo resolution

One of the most important factors is the quality of the original photo. The higher the resolution of the photo, the more detail will be captured in the painting. Low resolution can lead to blurry outlines and a loss of sharpness, especially if you plan to enlarge the image to a large format.

Tip: Remember that enlarging a photo reduces its sharpness. Therefore, try to choose photos with a high pixel count (for example, 2000x1500 pixels or more).

2. Contrast and Brightness

To achieve a bright and vibrant image, it is important that the photo has good contrast between light and dark areas. If the photo is too dim or overexposed, the colors may appear faded or muddy.

Tip: Choose a portrait photo with rich colors or use our additional “photo correction” service. 

3. Subject and Composition

A paint-by-numbers kit is not just a set of paints; it is a work of art in its own right. Therefore, it is worth paying attention to the subject and composition of the selected photo. It is important that the image and the people in it are detailed and close up. In other words, if it’s a family photo and you want to capture clear facial features and emotions, a waist-up portrait is sufficient. Because if they’re full-length, there will be many small details to color, and the faces may end up smudged. 

Tip: Give preference to images taken in portrait style and photos with large objects and minimal small details, such as small leaves or patterns on clothing.