- pbnau01
- Aug 18
- 5 min read

Many people imagine the pleasure of painting a stunning landscape—a shimmering sunset over rolling hills, a peaceful lake nestled among trees, or a field of vibrant wildflowers. But what if you have never painted? What if the last time you handled a brush was back in elementary school? It is comforting to say, yes, you can paint the beauty of a landscape without having painted before.
Through the development of new artistic tools like Landscape Paint by Numbers and custom paint by numbers kits, creating art worthy of framing has never been easier. These kits remove the intimidation of a blank canvas and replace it with a calming, guided experience to help you paint nature's beauty, step by step.
In this blog, we discuss why painting landscapes is easy enough for anyone, even complete beginners - and how they can start on the right foot and realise their artistic potential.
Why Landscapes Are Perfect for Beginners
Landscapes are one of the most forgiving subjects for amateur artists! Unlike portraits or architectural drawings, landscapes have no symmetry to maintain or specific details to capture. In landscapes, trees can be random, skies can be blended in soft pastels, and the beauty of nature is in its imperfections or messiness.
When painting a landscape, you have the unique ability to interpret nature in your way. There are no specifications for how to depict a tree, mountain, or field of flowers to make it “correct”. You can be accurate and realistic, or flowery and colourful. With no right or wrong, there is a lot of freedom to depict your vision of the landscape, which is why it is the perfect subject to dive into art and try painting relaxation as stress-free as possible.
The Power of Paint by Numbers
It might be intimidating to recreate a complicated landscape for the first time. That's why Landscape Paint by Numbers are the ideal way to start.
Landscape Paint by Numbers kits take away the guesswork so you can concentrate on the act of painting instead of the outcome. The kit includes a canvas (printed with numbers) to delineate the sections of the painting. The numbers correspond to colours in your paint set, so all you do is match the number to the paint colour and paint.
With Landscape Paint by Numbers, even someone new can create finished paintings that look sophisticated and detailed. Whether it is a mountain range or beach scene, you simply follow the numbers on the image to create a finished image that looks detailed!
The Benefits of Starting with Paint by Numbers
1. Developing Confidence
There is no better motivation than finishing your very first painting and seeing a wonderful landscape appear before your eyes. Paint by numbers emphasises this idea by showing those new to painting that the power of structure will help you build confidence, showing that yes --- you will create something beautiful.
2. Alleviating Stress
Painting is known for its ability to calm the mind, but pay by numbers can take this one step further. In the act of painting by numbers, you must focus on the area you want to fill in, helping you to quiet your mind, reducing anxiety, and allowing you to practice a type of moving meditation.
3. Skill Building
As you work through the various kits, you will naturally begin to grasp colour harmony, brush control, and blending. These are fundamental skills that will come in handy if you wish to proceed to freehand painting.
4. A Sense of Achievement
Completing a complete landscape gives you a strong sense of accomplishment. You will feel a great sense of joy hanging it on your wall or giving it to someone as a gift.
Custom Kits: Paint Your Favourite View
Premade kits are a great starting point, but many people want more individuality. This is where custom paint by numbers kits come into play.
You can create a paintable canvas of your landscape photographs. A memorable vacation landscape, your childhood backyard, or a favourite hiking trail landscape- You can now paint and re-experience that moment with paint.
By uploading a photo, the kit provider converts the photo into a numbered canvas along with corresponding paints. This process makes the experience more meaningful, since you can bring your memories alive on canvas.
Painting a landscape that you've witnessed yourself gives another level of meaning. It adds to your attachment to the painting and makes that final painting much more special.
Tips for First-Time Landscape Painters
If you’re new to painting, here are some simple tips to ensure a smooth start:
1. Small Beginnings
Choose a small or medium-sized canvas for your first project. Working on a smaller canvas is less scary and less time-consuming, which keeps the motivation and enjoyment levels high.
2. Set up your workspace
Wherever you are working, make sure that you have everything you need close at hand: paints, brushes, a water bucket, paper towels, and your canvas. Work in a good light source, so you can see the numbers!
3. Paint One Colour At a Time
To prevent smudging your new painting and to lessen the amount of cleanup, paint one colour completely before moving to the next colour.
4. Clean Your Brushes Frequently
It is very helpful to clean your brushes frequently when you are completing your project to prevent mixing colours and muddying the results. Make sure to use paper towels to gently dry the bristles of the brush after rinsing it out.
5. Be Patient
Don't be in a hurry. Give yourself time to finish each area. The more cautious you are, the nicer the finished piece will look.
Blending and Enhancing Your Work
Although paint by numbers kits will lead you through all the steps, you always have the opportunity to be creative. If you are feeling brave, you can start to blend the edges between colours to help transition to soften the edges. For example, if you are painting a sunset sky, you can blend the orange into the pink to help shape a more realistic scene.
You can also take it a step further and add, for example, a few birds in the sky or a few flowers in the grass as personal touches to your painting that were not in the original design. These enhancements will lend their character to your painting and allow you to incrementally develop your artistic skills.
From Beginner to Artist
The transition from a beginner to a confident painter does not take years of extensive training or extensive fee-paying art classes. It just takes that willingness to try and a little guidance - like Landscape Paint by Numbers offers.
Many people who start with paint by numbers, then start seeing the possibilities and advance into that world. This means they start mixing their colours, drawing their sketches, or even freehanding. The nice thing about starting in a kit is that you learn the basics and don't have to fear failure.
You don't have to be a naturally born artist. You just need a brush, a canvas and the motivation to put something beautiful into the world.
Final Thoughts: Yes, You Can Paint the Beauty of Landscapes
You don't need to be an artist to paint a beautiful landscape. With Landscape Paint by Numbers and custom paint by numbers kits, anyone can create art while experiencing the joy of creating art, regardless of one's skill level.
These resources allow you to transform your love of nature into a physical, visual expression that can be framed and hung on your wall. And beyond whatever you create with your kit, simply doing it is very rewarding and beneficial. You will build patience and confidence and create time away from the digital world.
So if you've ever thought, "If only I could paint," this is your opportunity. Grab a brush, dip it in paint, and paint a landscape—one number at a time. You may surprise yourself!


