The activity involves utilizing numbered sections on a pre-printed canvas, each number corresponding to a specific paint color. Participants fill each section with the matching color, ultimately creating an image of an amphibian. As an example, a canvas might feature an outline of a tree frog with numbered areas indicating where to apply green, brown, and yellow paints.
This creative pursuit provides several advantages, including stress reduction and enhanced focus. The methodical nature of the process allows for a meditative experience. Historically, similar numbered art systems have been used for educational purposes and accessible artistic expression. The availability and relative simplicity of the projects makes artistic engagement possible for people of all skill levels.