How to Create Product Mockups for Your Artwork

Mockups show potential customers what your product will look like in context — framed on a wall, printed on a canvas, or displayed on a table. They can significantly improve how your listings look.

What Makes a Good Mockup

A good mockup helps customers visualise the finished result:

• Show the paint-by-numbers canvas in a realistic setting (framed, on an easel, or being painted)
• Include both the numbered canvas and a version showing the finished painting
• Use clean, simple backgrounds that do not distract from the artwork

Free Tools for Creating Mockups

You do not need expensive software to create mockups:

• Canva — Free plan includes frame and product mockup templates. Upload your PNG export and place it in a template.
• Smartmockups — Offers free mockup templates for prints, frames, and canvases.
• Placeit by Envato — Has a free tier with basic mockup templates.

Using Paint Craft Exports for Mockups

Export your design in multiple states to create compelling mockup images:

• The numbered canvas (what the customer receives)
• A partially-painted version (shows the painting experience)
• The fully-painted version (shows the finished result)

This gives buyers a clear understanding of the painting journey from start to finish.

Honest Presentation

Make sure your mockups accurately represent the product. If you are selling a digital download, make that clear — do not create mockups that imply a physical product will be shipped.