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There's a place for art in Minecraft: learning how to make paintings

by Lily Feb 24,2025

Decorate your Minecraft world with personalized artwork! This guide details how to craft and hang paintings in Minecraft, adding a touch of flair to your blocky abode.

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Crafting Materials:

You'll need just two simple ingredients: wool and sticks.

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Obtain wool by shearing sheep (any color works!).

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Sticks are crafted from wooden planks, easily obtained by breaking trees.

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Crafting a Painting:

Open your crafting grid and arrange the materials as shown below: a piece of wool in the center, surrounded by sticks.

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You've now created a Minecraft painting!

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Hanging Your Painting:

Simply right-click on a wall while holding the painting to hang it. The image is randomly selected, adding an element of surprise!

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For precise placement, use blocks to mark the desired area, placing the painting in the bottom-left corner and letting it expand.

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Note: Paintings facing north or south are brighter than those facing east or west.

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Custom Paintings:

Creating custom paintings requires modifying game files or using resource packs. Standard gameplay doesn't allow for custom image uploads.

Interesting Facts:

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  • Paintings placed above light sources act as lamps.
  • They are fire-resistant.
  • They can cleverly conceal chests, providing extra security for your valuables.

This guide covers the basics of creating and using paintings in Minecraft. Enjoy decorating your world!