The canvas
Printed on 240 g/m² polyester canvas with clear, light circle guides. The guides show where to place each dot while keeping the artwork a single chosen marker colour.
Sizes from 30×40 cm to 80×120 cm, larger canvases hold more detail.
Our Quality — Paint By Dots
European dot painting kits
Made to a standard you can feel
Every Paint By Dots kit is designed in Scandinavia to one standard: premium materials, a calm and simple process, and a finished piece you are proud to hang. Here is exactly what goes into every kit, and why it matters.
Dot painting, explained
What is dot painting?
Dot painting is a calm creative technique where you fill printed circles on a 240 g/m² polyester canvas using one acrylic marker colour you choose. Unlike traditional paint by numbers there are no brushes, no water, no colour mixing and no colour-coded areas.
The image is built from the pattern of dots: up close you see individual marks, and from normal viewing distance they settle into the finished artwork.
How it works
From your photo to a finished piece
Four calm steps that turn a favourite photo into a custom dot painting kit you complete by hand.
- 01
Upload your photo
Pick a meaningful image and upload it on the product page.
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Upload your photo
Pick a meaningful image and upload it on the product page.
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Upload your photo
Pick a meaningful image and upload it on the product page.
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Upload your photo
Pick a meaningful image and upload it on the product page.
Materials
What goes into every kit
Premium materials chosen for a calm process and a finished piece that lasts. No compromises, no filler.
The acrylic markers
Dual-tip acrylic markers made for dot work. A fine tip helps with smaller circles, while the broader tip helps fill larger circles with control. The markers are non-toxic and supplied in the single colour you choose.
You choose your marker colour when you order, that is exactly what arrives.
The wooden frame
Our framed option arrives ready stretched over a solid wooden frame, nothing to assemble. The canvas is fitted and aligned for a clean, gallery-style finish. Place it on the wall and enjoy.
Slim 18mm profile. A wall-mount kit with hook and fixings is included.
The packaging
Kits are packed in protective packaging designed to help the canvas and markers arrive safely.
Packed with care for delivery.
Everything in the box
No extra purchases. No hunting for supplies. Open the box and start dotting.
- Art canvas
- Acrylic markers (your colour)
- Optional wooden frame
- Step-by-step guide
- Wall-mount kit
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Dot painting vs paint by numbers
Both guide you to create your own artwork, but the experience and the finished result are completely different.
| Dot Painting (Paint By Dots) | Traditional Paint by Numbers | |
|---|---|---|
| Medium | Acrylic markers (pen-based) | Liquid paint + brushes |
| Mess level | None, no water, no spills | Paint spills, brush cleaning, drying time |
| Colour choice | You choose your marker colour | Pre-mixed colours included |
| Canvas guidance | Printed circle guides, one chosen marker colour | Numbered paint areas |
| Frame | Optional framed version, ready to hang | Usually sold separately |
| Setup time | 0 minutes, open and start | 5 to 10 min to set up paints & brushes |
| Pause & resume | Instant, cap your marker and walk away | Brushes dry out, pots need sealing |
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Dot painting vs diamond painting
Both are relaxing, dot-based crafts, but the process, materials and final result feel very different.
| Dot Painting (Paint By Dots) | Diamond Painting | |
|---|---|---|
| Technique | Place dots onto printed circles with a marker | Press tiny resin gems onto adhesive canvas |
| Loose parts | None, everything stays on the marker | Hundreds of tiny gems (easy to spill) |
| Finished look | Matte, textured, painterly finish | Shiny, sparkly, mosaic-like |
| Frame | Optional framed version, ready to hang | Usually not included |
| Pet / child safe | No small parts | Choking hazard (tiny gems) |
| Clean-up | Just cap your marker and you’re done | Sort, seal and store leftover gems |
In their words
The quality is incredible, smooth markers, vivid colour, a frame that looks expensive. Guests always think they are prints I bought.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Everything about the kit, the markers and the finished result.
Do I need any artistic skill to do dot painting?
No skill is needed. Every circle on the canvas guides you, place the dot, move to the next. If you can hold a pen, you can create a beautiful finished piece.
How do I choose my marker colour?
When you order, you select the marker colour you want and that is the colour you receive. There is no colour coding on the canvas, the creative choice is yours, so two people can order the same design and make completely different art.
What are the markers made of?
The markers use non-toxic acrylic ink and have dual tips for control: a fine tip for smaller circles and a broader tip for larger circles. You choose one marker colour when ordering, and that is the colour supplied with the kit.
What sizes are available?
Kits come in 30×40, 40×50, 40×60, 50×50, 60×80, 80×80, 80×100 and 80×120 cm. Larger canvases include more circles and finer detail for a more striking result. For most people 40×50 cm is the ideal starting size.
How long does a dot painting take?
Most kits take between 2 and 20 hours depending on size and your pace, and are designed to be completed over several calm sessions. Cap your marker and continue whenever you like.
Is the frame really included?
It depends on the option you choose. The framed version comes ready stretched over a solid wooden frame, ready to hang. You can also choose an unframed rolled canvas or a DIY frame option.
What if a marker runs out before I finish?
Each kit includes enough ink to complete your canvas with a safety margin. In the rare case you run out, you can order extra pens from our accessories and continue without interruption.
Is dot painting the same as paint by numbers?
They share a guided concept, but the experience differs. Dot painting uses acrylic markers on printed circle guides instead of liquid paint in numbered areas, so there are no brushes, no paint pots, no colour mixing and no colour-coded sections. See the comparison table above.
Why Paint By Dots
Designed as wall art, not a craft kit
Scandinavian design
Clean lines, calm palettes and thoughtful details, beautiful to make and to finish.
Original designs
From animals and landscapes to famous masterpieces and custom photos, every design is curated for a wall-worthy result.
All-in-one kit
Canvas, markers, optional frame, wall mount and guide. Nothing extra to buy, open the box and start.
The Dot Guarantee
If a component arrives damaged or anything is missing from your kit, we replace it free of charge. No forms, no returns, no fuss.
We stand behind every kit, from the moment you order to the moment the last dot is placed.
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