Schipper Paint by Numbers – The German Original

"Paint successfully!" – Under this slogan, we have been producing top-notch paint-by-numbers products for young people and adults for over 50 years. With our painting sets, we pursue the goal of making painting a creative pleasure for beginners and advanced artists alike, from which impressive works of art emerge. Schipper was the first German producer to bring the paint-by-numbers principle from the USA to the market in Germany, thus ushering in a new age of hobby painting.

The idea is as simple as it is ingenious: Fields with numbers are printed on a canvas. In addition, there are colours that also have numbers. Colour in the matching fields with the corresponding colour, and in no time at all the work of art is finished.

Schipper Paint by Numbers stands for outstanding quality, contemporary sustainability and regionality. Our versatile products are all manufactured in the south of Germany, using harmless and recyclable materials. This is how we create colouring pictures for adults and young people that leave nothing to be desired.

In short: With Schipper you can bring the ultimate painting experience into your home and create beautiful paintings that express your creativity according to the simple yet absolutely captivating painting principle.

DIY Paint by Numbers – The Trend Hobby for Adults and Teenagers

With the simple, always consistent procedure and the varied motifs, paint by numbers appeals to adults and young people alike. The great popularity of paint-by-numbers products is no coincidence because Schipper paint by numbers offers beginners and inveterate artists alike real added value.

Young people can use varied motifs to improve their fine motor skills, follow their creativity and train their powers of concentration. By focusing on painting, filling the fields precisely with colours and observing step by step how individual elements become a coherent picture, they discover the joy of painting for themselves and expand their understanding of art.

But adult hobby painters also benefit from Schipper painting by numbers. Working with the colouring pictures for adults has a meditative character and is therefore ideal for leaving everyday stress behind and finding well-deserved relaxation. When you create paint by numbers pictures, your creativity gets the space it often lacks in everyday life – an experience that inspires and is simply good for you.

Our paint by numbers pictures – works of art for the home!

The Schipper paint by numbers cosmos knows hardly any boundaries and presents you with paint by numbers pictures from a wide range of categories. The wide range of products, including pictures in different formats, matching frames and customizable paint by numbers for young people aged 14 and over, allows us to reach painting enthusiasts with very different tastes and expectations. So that you can create a Schipper work of art that is 100% in line with your ideas!

If you are a fan of mythical creatures, for example, imaginative paint by numbers pictures are waiting for you to bring them to life in the "fantasy" category.

Friends of flora and fauna will find what they are looking for in the "animals", "landscapes" and "flowers" categories of our shop. The multifaceted paint by numbers pictures, such as the beautiful garden or the idyll of Tuscany, spread “pure nature” on your own four walls.

Are you interested in the great masterpieces of history? Then you should definitely check out the Schipper painting by numbers "famous paintings" category.

With products from the "cities & buildings" and "wide format" sections, you can paint impressive scenes and views of famous places around the world and add colour to the legendary Hohenzollern Castle, the Manhattan skyline and many more. 

It's very Christmassy: Under "Christmas" you will find Christmas-themed paint by numbers pictures that also look great as gifts under the decorated tree. How about the fun Christmas bakery, for example?

Special highlights are our "triptychon", "quattro" and "polyptychon" colouring pictures for adults and young people. These are motifs that are composed of three, four or more individual pieces and function as a distinctly modern eye-catcher. If you are looking for a longer project, the sun-soaked torrent divided into five pictures is waiting for you.

The "polygon art" product category shows you Schipper paint by numbers motifs in the popular polygon style. The focus here is on geometric shapes: Numerous triangles are arranged in such a way that they create contrasting compositions.

Now it's personal: Thanks to "paint your darling" products from Schipper, you can immortalise your favourite pictures on canvas. We'll turn your photo into a paint by numbers colouring picture for teens and adults, in black and white or colour.

To help you get the most out of your Schipper Painting by Numbers sets, we also offer high-quality materials for your painting session under "accessories". So if you're looking for paint sets, frames, brushes or finishing varnishes, you've come to the right place.

High-quality colouring templates for adults and young people, designed by experts

If you want to buy paint by numbers sets online, you should make sure that they are of an appropriate quality. Because: Not all paint by numbers sets on offer can convince in terms of quality. After more than 50 years of experience in the industry, we at Schipper know exactly what matters!

Our paint by numbers pictures are designed by experts in Germany and are, of course, CE and GCC certified. In addition, we subject all materials and colours to strict quality control to ensure that they meet our high standards. The practical replacement colour service rounds off our offer perfectly and helps you in an uncomplicated way if you need more of a colour to finish your artwork.

With us, you can rely on a competent, experienced partner when buying paint by numbers and do not have to make any compromises in terms of quality, price-performance and product variety!

Schipper Painting by Numbers – our advantages at a glance

The mission: to bring the joy of painting to young people and adults with paint-by-numbers. Our products are made to give you the best painting experience and to produce works of art that you can be proud of.

Our aim to give you complete satisfaction starts with the purchase: we offer you personal service if required, support you with advice and recommendations when making your purchase decision, make ordering simple and convenient and give you the choice of several payment and delivery options. Once you have placed your order, we work hard to get the goods to you as quickly as possible. With Schipper, you are in the best of hands from the product selection to the finished painting!

Painting by Numbers – Frequently Asked Questions

What is painting by numbers?

Painting by numbers is a specific type of painting based on numbers and originated in the USA.

How does paint by numbers work?

In paint by numbers, each colour is assigned to a number. You receive a template with many fields, each with a number. Your task is to pick out the corresponding colours and colour in the squares according to their number. In this way, you can create beautiful works of art that you don't have to be an experienced artist with innate talent to create.

What colours do you use for painting by numbers?

The colours you need for your artwork are included in the Schipper product set. They are high-quality acrylic paints with good opacity, which you can reorder if necessary via our replacement paint service.

Is painting by numbers hard?

On the contrary: with paint by numbers for adults, it is easier than ever to create really impressive paintings. The simple number principle takes you by the hand and guides you step by step through the painting process – try it out and paint by numbers!

What is the best way to paint by numbers?

All you need to start painting by numbers is a Schipper DIY kit, a flat surface, time, and the desire to get creative. For best results, read the instructions beforehand, always clean your brushes when you change colours and try to paint the fields as precisely as possible.