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

Authore: ClaireUpdate:Mar 04,2025

Decorate your Minecraft world with ease! This guide provides a simple, effective method to add vibrant artwork to your blocky abode. We'll cover crafting paintings, hanging them strategically, and exploring some interesting quirks.

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Materials Needed:

To begin your artistic endeavor, you'll need just two common materials:

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  • Wool: Shear a sheep – any color will work!

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  • Sticks: Obtain these by breaking down wooden planks from any tree. Crafting planks into sticks is straightforward.

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Crafting Your Painting:

Open your crafting grid and arrange the materials as shown below. Place the wool in the center square.

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You'll now have a painting ready to brighten your Minecraft home!

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Hanging Your Artwork:

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 larger spaces, place a painting in the bottom-left corner of your designated area and it will automatically expand to fill the space.

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Note: North/South facing paintings are brighter than East/West facing ones.

Custom Paintings:

Creating truly custom paintings requires modifying game files or using resource packs. Vanilla Minecraft doesn't offer this functionality.

Interesting Facts:

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  • Paintings placed above light sources act as lamps.
  • They are fireproof!
  • They can cleverly conceal chests, providing a secret hiding spot.

This guide has equipped you with the knowledge to add artistic flair to your Minecraft world. Happy decorating!