To dream that you are painting your house indicates that you will experience success in a new project. You may even be promoted to a coveted position. You may be expressing your creativity. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are covering up something. If someone else is painting your house, then it suggests that someone close to you is hiding something from you. Also consider the colour of the paint to determine any additional significance. For example, red coloured paint may imply painting the town red and releasing pent up excitement.
To dream that paint has gotten on your clothes signifies that you are too easily offended by criticism about you.
To see a painting in your dream represents creativity and your need for self-expression. The painting is symbolic of your intuition and inner realizations.
To dream that you are painting a picture indicates that you need to express your creative side more.