Our rating
What we like
- Custom photo option turns any uploaded image into a paint-by-numbers canvas — a strong differentiator
- Free unlimited paint refill guarantee — contact support if any colour runs out mid-project
- Full replacement or refund on packages lost in transit
- Ships to most countries internationally including UK, Australia, Germany, and Mexico
- Multiple difficulty levels and canvas sizes for different skill levels
Watch out for
- Exact return window not confirmed — the refund policy page was unavailable at time of research
- No publicly listed star rating or verified review count on primary pages reviewed
- No founding story or manufacturing transparency disclosed on the brand website
- Custom kits require approximately 2 additional business days processing versus standard kits
What Number Artist Sells
Number Artist makes paint-by-numbers kits — pre-drawn canvases with numbered sections, each matched to a corresponding numbered acrylic paint. The concept removes the skill barrier of freehand painting: a buyer fills in each section with the assigned colour, and the full image emerges as they work through the canvas. The brand describes its design catalog as “exclusively commissioned from talented artists,” meaning the pre-designed themes are not stock illustrations but original artwork — a brand-stated claim.
The catalog covers standard themes including animals, flowers, landscapes, portraits, and seasonal designs, each available in multiple difficulty levels and canvas sizes. The brand also offers a custom kit line that turns customer-uploaded photos into personalized numbered canvases, which is the product’s clearest differentiator in a crowded category.
Number Artist states it has served more than 500,000 art lovers — a brand-stated figure. No founding story or manufacturing origin is disclosed on the pages reviewed.
Custom Kits vs Standard Themes: The Real Trade-Offs
The choice between a custom photo kit and a standard themed design comes down to purpose and patience.
Custom kits are the more compelling option for gifting. The ability to turn a meaningful photo — a family portrait, a pet, a travel landscape, a home — into a paint-by-numbers canvas is something generic themed kits cannot replicate. The brand states that uploaded photos are transformed by commissioned artists, producing a canvas that corresponds to the original image. The trade-off is processing time: custom kits take approximately two additional business days to prepare compared to standard kits, which matters when ordering for a specific occasion.
For quality, the original photo matters. A clear, well-lit image with good contrast between subjects and background will produce a more detailed and satisfying numbered canvas than a low-resolution or cluttered photograph. The brand does not publish specifications for minimum photo quality, so buyers should aim for the clearest image available.
Standard themed kits ship faster and suit buyers who want to start painting without a specific personal subject in mind. Animal designs are among the more popular categories in the paint-by-numbers genre, and the brand’s themed animal, flower, and landscape kits come in multiple difficulty levels. Beginners benefit from lower-difficulty options with fewer sections and larger paint areas; more experienced painters can choose higher-difficulty designs with finer detail.
The Mini Kit 6-Pack occupies a different niche — it is suited for younger participants, group activities, or as a gift that offers variety rather than a single sustained project. The smaller format means faster completion and a lower commitment per painting.
What’s in the Box
According to the brand, each kit includes the pre-drawn numbered canvas and the full set of numbered acrylic paints corresponding to that design. The paints are described as high-quality and fast-drying. The brand does not publish a complete list of materials included (such as brushes or finishing materials) on the pages reviewed, so buyers should confirm what is and is not included at checkout.
The brand offers a free paint refill guarantee: if any colour runs out before the canvas is finished, customers contact support and the missing colour is sent at no charge. This is stated as an unlimited guarantee — not a one-time offer — and is a meaningful practical assurance for larger or more complex canvases where a single paint colour might run low toward the end of the project.
Shipping, Guarantees & the Refund Policy
Number Artist ships internationally to most countries. The brand’s stated transit times are 6–14 business days for US and Canadian orders; 7–14 days for the UK, Germany, and Mexico; and 8–14 days for Australia and the UAE. Processing takes up to two business days (Monday through Friday), and tracking becomes active within 24–48 hours of shipment. The brand states that it ships to PO Boxes and Military APO/FPO addresses, which is useful for buyers with non-standard delivery addresses.
For packages lost in transit, the brand states it will provide a full replacement or refund, which is a clear and direct commitment.
The standard refund policy is where more uncertainty exists. The brand’s refund policy page returned an error during the research for this review, meaning the return window and full conditions could not be confirmed. The brand does direct customers to its refund policy page for details. Buyers should check this policy at checkout before purchasing, particularly for custom kits — which, given their personalized nature, may have different refund terms than standard designs.
Who Number Artist Is Best For
Number Artist suits three buyer profiles well.
Beginners to creative hobbies benefit most from the numbered format. The structure eliminates the intimidation of a blank canvas and produces a finished image regardless of prior painting experience. The brand positions its kits as accessible to all skill levels, and the multiple difficulty tiers mean there is a natural progression path if someone wants to increase complexity over time.
Gifters looking for a thoughtful, activity-based gift will find the custom photo kit the strongest option — it is personal, takes time to complete, and produces a tangible finished piece. For more generic gifting, a themed kit in the recipient’s interest area (animals, nature, portraits) is a practical choice.
Adults seeking a focused relaxing activity will find paint-by-numbers a structured way to spend time away from screens. The brand makes a wellness claim — that its kits “promote relaxation and stress reduction” — as a brand-stated observation, not a clinical fact. Whether that holds is individual, but the format of focused, low-stakes creative work is at minimum a reasonable context for unwinding.
How We Researched This Review
This review draws on information from Number Artist’s public website, including the home page, FAQ, and shipping policy pages. Mike did not purchase or complete any Number Artist kit. The refund policy page was unavailable during research and could not be confirmed; this is noted explicitly as a gap. All claims about customer counts and commissioned artwork are presented as brand-stated figures.
Number Artist Products Worth a Look
- Custom Paint-by-Numbers Kit — A personalized kit made from a customer-uploaded photo — the brand states canvases are exclusively designed by commissioned artists from the submitted image.
- Animal Themed Kits — Pre-designed canvases featuring animals across various difficulty levels; includes acrylic paints and the brand's free paint refill guarantee.
- Flower / Landscape Kits — Pre-designed floral and landscape canvases in various sizes with acrylic paints included.
- Mini Kit Bundles (6-Pack) — A set of six coordinated smaller-format paint-by-numbers kits, designed as a cohesive bundle.
- Portrait / Holiday Kits — Pre-designed portrait and seasonal canvases at various difficulty levels with acrylic paints included.