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Name: River Spey - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

Original

Tonal (B&W)

Painting + Grid

Line Drawing

Line + Grid

Sepia Sketch

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Sketch

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Colour Palette

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Stress-Free Learning

Start with outlines—no blank-canvas anxiety.
Artist grid guides ensure perfect proportions.
Use colour/tonal references to learn step by step.

Build Confidence, Fast

See clear progress from your first brushstroke.
Structured references remove guesswork.
Hone skills at your own pace, without pressure.

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Painting reduces stress and helps you unwind.
Focus on painting, not the challenge of drawing.
A therapeutic break from everyday distractions.

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Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
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See The Transformation

Drag the handle left or right to compare the line drawing with the original painting.

How It Works

Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
Display on a Device or Print It: View the outlines, sketches, and grids on your iPad or phone—or print them out for easy tracing.
Start Your Sketch / Tracing: Transfer or trace the line drawing onto your canvas/paper. Use grid lines if you want perfect proportions.
Paint the Picture: Follow our tonal references, colour palette, or experiment freely. Enjoy a stress-free painting session!
Showcase or Monetise Your Artwork: Gift it, hang it on your wall, or even sell it—we grant you the freedom to profit.

Painting Guidance

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About the Painting

This vibrant painting of River Spey in Scotland captures the dynamic landscape with bold, expressive strokes and a rich color palette. The scene features the flowing river cutting through lush green fields and autumn-hued trees, all set against the backdrop of distant hills. The artwork is characterized by its use of contrasting colors such as deep blues, warm oranges, and vibrant yellows, creating a sense of depth and movement. The artist’s style blends realism with abstraction, allowing viewers to feel the energy and beauty of the Scottish countryside.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or painting paper
Acrylic or oil paints
Brushes (various sizes)
Palette and palette knife
Water or paint thinner (depending on paint type)
Rag or paper towels

Preparatory Steps

Organize Your Workspace: Ensure you have a clean, well-lit area to work in. Arrange your materials so they're easily accessible.
Review the Reference Materials: Study the provided source painting, line drawings, sketches, and grid version to familiarize yourself with the composition.
Select Your Color Palette: Use the color wheel included in the pack to determine the main colors you’ll need, focusing on blues, oranges, and greens.

Using Line Drawings and Grid

These tools are designed to help with composition accuracy:

Line Drawings: Use the line drawings to trace or lightly sketch the major outlines onto your canvas.
Grid Version: If you prefer, use the grid to ensure proportions and placement are correct. Recreate the grid on your canvas lightly with a pencil and use it as a guide.

Painting Process

Background and Sky:
- Mix light blues and whites to create the sky. Apply with large, sweeping brush strokes to convey movement.
- Add hints of grey to suggest clouds and depth.
Foreground and River:
- Use deep blues for the river, ensuring the strokes follow the flow of the water.
- Incorporate lighter shades of blue and white along the river’s edges to indicate reflections and movement.
Fields and Trees:
- Layer warm oranges and yellows for the fields, using a palette knife to add texture and dimension.
- Paint the trees with bold strokes of orange and dark greens for the autumn leaves.
- Include vertical strokes to represent tree trunks and branches.
Distant Hills:
- Use a mix of dark blues and purples to paint the distant hills, adding depth to the landscape.
- Blend the edges where the hills meet the sky for a soft, distant look.
Final Details and Adjustments:
- Revisit areas that need more definition or contrast. Add highlights or darker tones as necessary.
- Use a fine brush for any small detail work around the trees and riverbanks.

Finishing Touches

Once completed, step back and view your painting from a distance. Make any final adjustments to balance colors and forms. Allow your painting to dry completely before displaying it.

Conclusion

By following these steps and utilizing the materials provided in the Paint-Your-Own Pack, you'll be able to capture the vibrant essence of River Spey. Enjoy experimentating with the colors and techniques, and take pride in your artistic creation!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Right after checkout, you’ll get an instant download link and an email with a secure link to use for the next 72 hours.

Absolutely. We provide sketches, line drawings, grids, and colour guidance, so even first-timers can paint with confidence. No drawing experience required.

Basic paints (acrylic, oil, or watercolour), brushes, and a canvas/paper. You can even use crayons or pencils if you like—our references adapt to any medium.

Yes! We remove our copyright from our references, so you own your final artwork completely. You can sell it, gift it, or display it in exhibitions.

If you’re not satisfied, contact us within 14 days. We’ll work with you to ensure you love your painting experience.

1. Introduction

Welcome to diy.scotlandpaintings.com! These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for purchasing and using our Paint-it-Yourself packs. By purchasing a pack, you agree to these terms.

2. Product Description

Our Paint-it-Yourself packs contain a PDF file that includes a painting, sketches, line drawings, and a colour palette. The pack is provided as a digital download upon purchase.

3. Payment and Access

Payment is processed securely via our website.
Once your payment is confirmed, you will receive instant access to download your PDF.
An email will also be sent to you with a download link.
You can download the PDF a maximum of three (3) times.
Your access to the file will expire after 72 hours from the time of purchase.

4. Usage Rights

When you purchase a Paint-it-Yourself pack, you receive a personal, non-transferable licence to use the PDF for your own painting.

You Can:

Use the PDF to create your own physical painting.
Sell or gift the physical painting you create.

You Cannot:

Sell, share, or distribute the PDF file in any form.
Sell prints or reproductions of the painting you create.
Use the image, sketches, or line drawings for commercial purposes such as book covers, advertising, or publication.
Grant usage rights to any third party for any purpose other than personal enjoyment.

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