Paint by Numbers Artist VS NOOB | Do skills matter?!?

hi guys in this video My boyfriend Bas and I both make a paint by numbers painting! He has no artistic experience or anything. We had a lot of fun making this video so I hope you enjoy!

Bas loves to play the piano and has recently uploaded his first YouTube video!

if you want to see more of my work: have a look at my instagram page @carlijnartgallery

disclaimer: this video is not sponsored in any way, I own all rights to the poducts used and the content shown in this video

[utlo]

Just because it’s a paint by numbers doesn’t mean you have no artistic freedom. No one is going to stop you from painting outside the lines or using whatever color you want. I like to use the numbers as a guide and then improvise different parts.

[kathyjohnson]

I’m about a quarter done with my first paint by numbers kit. It does take a lot of time and my eyes tend to lose focus after awhile, but it is relaxing and satisfying. I was happy to see that even a non artist (like myself) made a painting that looked pretty good!

[TSiddiq]

Yes definitely! The 26 hours was worth it, you can see the details and the painting looks more realistic. I'm glad I watched this cause now I know it depends on the artist and not the quality of the kit.

[Moondancer]

I prefer the guy’s sky but prefer the lady’s ship. It’s great they both painted a piece of art to grace any wall. Great review and super camerawork 🙏

[bubs]

Next time try ironing the canvas to get all the creases out before painting. Then I would use clear gesso. Then I like stretching it on stretcher bars. And finally I would add Liquitex Flow aid to the paints to make them creamier before I would paint.

[LolaClark]

I just bought my 1st kit. I'm going to clear gesso my canvas and use a flow aid in my paint along with better brushes. Luckily I have everything already.

[joanqueripel]

I’ve been painting by numbers for around 4 years. I’ve even done a few commissions for friends and family now I’m more confident. Canvas, paint and brushes are really important for a good finish. I am not an artist but have plenty of patience. Thanks

[rickdillenbeck]

Fun to watch and see the outcome however I don't consider taking a lot of time to do as a CON. I enjoy taking my time, that's what it's all about for me.

[barbarossavr]

To me (a complete newcomer) they both look brilliant lol

[RossJNunn]

I just ordered this exact PBN and was so happy to find it being done here. I had initially considered starting with the darkest color like Bas did but after seeing the final results, I will follow your lead and do the mid range colors first. Thank you for this!

[jetbikes]

My Dad use to do this in the 60s, believe it or not some of his paintings are now worth good money ! but would never sell them, nice job you guys, I do this while watching TV to avoid all the Sales adds.

[ThatsHeidi]

I've found that the toothpicks used to stir the paint are great to push paint into little areas on the canvas. Even smaller than the tip of the brush! I also have a very small, fine paintbrush I use that I purchased on my own, for not very much money. I have also been known to use the tip of a pin (safety pin or sewing pin) to add little details like a line through feathers in a flamingo. I think working a very blue/brown painting like your demo would be awfully depressing; I search out PNB kits that are bright colors and fun images to keep myself entertained while I work on them for hours and hours and hours :) It's nice to know through your demonstration that taking the time and effort in details does make a difference in the outcome!

[terigerrish]

Great results. Just a heads up! Use clear gesso on canvas prior to painting. Makes a huge difference in filling in all of the divits on the piece. Good job guys 👍

[shifulas]

I think skills matter when you are a perfectionist 😁😂... so for me right one was better of course! 🔥

[davidfichter]

I enjoy it because it's relaxing takes the stress out of life. I'm an artist and two or three hours a day and take a week to finish a painting well I'm babysitting the kids doing online schooling. I enjoy it to see the finished painting.

[Cbozflorida]

Such a great experiment or comparison to show. He was a great sport. Great job to both of you!

[hittingthewall]

Thanks a bunch, very fun to watch the results as the paintings developed!

[peaches]

You can improve the surface by using a clear gesso. This really helps with smoother application.

[clairemcnamara]

I have just started pbn, and have learnt that taking a photo of the canvas before painting helps find those numbers you might accideny paint over.

[happyandblessed]

Both ships looks lovely.
The time spent shows.
Thanks for sharing this lovely painting.