[4] Canvas is a continuation of the narrative that began with the extended play Q is released earlier in 2016, with the sentences "Winter is gone", "But still missing", and "Waiting Q" appearing in the teaser video.

"Daybreak", a duet between Minhyun and JR, is a medium-tempo soul R&B song mixed with a jazz groove representing the dawn and was written to give both "sad and hopeful feelings" at the same time.

"Thank You" was written as a message of gratitude to NU'EST's fans, and "Look" is a fast-tempo song conveying the "lively and active feeling of the night.

"[5] The title track for Canvas, "Love Paint", was produced by Mafly and Bumzu, fusing future bass and R&B with a classical orchestra sound.

[8] Following NU'EST's appearance on Produce 101 Season 2, Canvas re-entered the Gaon Weekly Music Chart at #54 with the group's other four albums.