The Monster

Painted with a palette knife, not a brush — and that's what lifts this above the usual Halloween print.

Thick slabs of red and orange behind, green and slate across the face, purple and near-black through the coat. Every stroke is visible and the texture does as much work as the drawing does.

The expression is worth noting: not snarling, not threatening. Just tired. There's something almost sympathetic in it, which makes the piece easier to live with year-round than most horror art.

It suits a games room, a den, a wall with film posters already on it. And it's a strong gift for the person in your life whose decorating taste runs to classic monster movies.

The 24-color version pushes the contrast harder and reads as a bolder graphic portrait. This canvas is a case for 36: the face alone moves through many close greens, greys and olives from one knife-stroke to the next, and the red background is built from several distinct reds and oranges layered over each other. Those separate tones are what keep the impasto texture visible in a paint by numbers version. We recommend the 36-color version for this design.

What's included:

• 16x20 in (40x50 cm) numbered canvas
• Available in a 24-color and a 36-color version
• Acrylic paints and brushes included
• Choose rolled canvas or pre-stretched on a frame

No experience is required. Every canvas is clearly numbered, guiding you step by step. Thousands of first-time painters have completed their first artwork with our kits – and loved the result.

You'll not only enjoy the process but also experience the "wow effect" when you see your finished painting come to life.

Everything you need arrives in one box:

• Pre-printed numbered canvas (your chosen size)
• Acrylic paint set (24 or 36 colors – always enough to finish, and we'll send extra for free if you ever run out)
• 3 premium artist brushes (different sizes for details and larger areas)
• Reference color chart & printed guide
• Step-by-step instructions
• Optional: Pre-stretched frame (ready to hang)

24 or 36 colors — which version?

It's simply how many different shades the design is painted with. The 24-color version has a clean, classic look and is a little easier to paint. The 36-color version adds extra shades for smoother blending and a more realistic finish. Both come with all the paint you need to complete your canvas — the number is about shades, not how much paint.

Fast, Tracked Delivery
Most orders arrive within 7–9 business days. In a hurry? Express delivery typically takes 3–6 business days and can be selected at checkout for most addresses. Every order includes full tracking, so you can follow your kit all the way to your door. Delivery times can vary slightly with season and carrier.

60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
If anything isn't right with your order — missing paints, a damaged canvas, or a printing error — we'll send you a brand-new kit completely free, shipping included. Just reach out within 60 days of delivery and we'll make it right.