Paint by Numbers While Traveling: Portable Kits and Tips
Love painting but hate leaving your kit at home? Paint by numbers while traveling is absolutely possible with the right preparation. Whether you are on a long flight, a road trip, a hotel stay, or camping, a compact paint by numbers setup keeps your creative hobby going wherever you go.
At ArtistryByNumbers, our small kits are perfect travel companions. Free shipping to the US, Canada, the UK, the EU, Australia and New Zealand and Buy 2 Get 1 Free.
Want to paint this yourself?
Turn one of your own photos into a numbered canvas (from $19.95). We trace it, mix the paints to match, and ship the kit with brushes.
Or pick a ready-made design
- Compact Housing Painting by Numbers Premium Kit (from $19.95)
- Bold and Free Painting by Numbers Premium Kit (from $19.95)
Best Kits for Travel
- Small canvases (30x30 or 30x40cm): fit in a carry-on or backpack
- Frameless kits: lighter, more compact, can be rolled for transport
- Easy difficulty: less detail means fewer paint pots to carry
Travel Painting Kit Essentials
- Small canvas (frameless for portability)
- Paint pots in a sealed ziplock bag (prevents leaks)
- 2-3 brushes in a pencil case
- Small water container (collapsible camping cup works great)
- Paper towels or a small rag
- Clip-on light for evening painting
- Cardboard backing (to paint on, tape canvas to it)
Where to Paint While Traveling
- Hotel rooms: perfect evening activity after a day of exploring
- Airports: long layovers become productive creative time
- Train rides: scenic views AND painting, living your best life
- Beach or poolside: paint in shade, let sections dry in warm air
- Camping: paint by lantern light for the ultimate relaxation
Travel Painting Tips
- Double-bag your paints: pressure changes on flights can cause leaks
- Pack brushes in a hard case: protects the tips from bending
- Use the reference image on your phone: take a photo before packing to save space
- Bring a designated drying spot: a small towel on the hotel nightstand works
Travel painting is an unforgettable way to combine two great experiences. Imagine completing a sunset painting while watching an actual sunset. No experience needed.
Shop Small Travel Kits | Create a Custom Kit
Free shipping to the US, Canada, the UK, the EU, Australia and New Zealand, with no minimum order. Buy two kits and the third is free, applied automatically at checkout.
