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Name: Charlestown Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Painting - Charlestown Harbour - Scottish Harbours

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Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

Original

Tonal (B&W)

Painting + Grid

Line Drawing

Line + Grid

Sepia Sketch

Sepia + Grid

Sketch

Sketch + Grid

Colour Palette

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Why You’ll Love Our Packs

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.

Pure Relaxation

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

Own Your Artwork, 100%

Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
Say, “Yes, I painted that!” when friends compliment it.

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See The Transformation

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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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Charlestown Harbour captures the serene essence of a Scottish coastal town, where the quiet interplay of water and architecture creates a tranquil scene. The painting showcases a calm harbor, with boats gently rocking on a placid sea. The soft blues of the water contrast with the muted grays and whites of the surrounding buildings, with touches of warm orange adding a lively accent. The overall impression is one of peacefulness and harmony, reflecting the subtle beauty of nature and human habitation.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Acrylic or oil paints (as suggested in your colour wheel)
Brushes (small, medium, large)
Palette
Canvas
Cup for water (if using acrylics)
Rag or paper towels

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings and optional artist's grid in your Paint-Your-Own Pack are designed to help you position key elements accurately. Use these tools to sketch the main forms onto your canvas before painting.

Painting Process

Prepare Your Canvas:
- Set up your workspace with all materials within reach.
- Use the grid/line drawing to lightly sketch the main outlines onto your canvas.
Paint the Sky:
- Mix a light grey-blue and use a large brush to cover the sky area, applying the paint in broad, smooth strokes.
- Add subtle variations by blending in touches of soft white while the paint is still wet.
Create the Water Reflection:
- Using the palette, prepare varying shades of blue with hints of green to capture the water's depth.
- Brush these colors onto the water area, using horizontal strokes to suggest movement.
- Incorporate darker blues and some soft greys for shadow and depth near the boats.
Detail the Buildings:
- Switch to a medium brush and mix muted greys with soft whites for the buildings.
- Add the simple yet distinctive geometric shapes, ensuring their reflections are considered in the water below.
- Include touches of orange for highlighted areas to add warmth and interest.
Paint the Boats:
- Use a smaller brush for the finer details of the boats.
- Apply dark greys and blacks for the hulls, adding lighter tones for reflections and highlights.
- Ensure the masts are straight and consistent in structure.
Add Final Details:
- Use a thin brush for the fine lines of ropes and small accents to give life to the boats.
- Adjust the tones around the painting to balance lights and darks.
Review and Finalize:
- Step back from your painting and assess the overall balance of color and form.
- Make any final adjustments to ensure continuity and harmony in the composition.

Enjoy the process and allow yourself to explore and recreate the serene beauty of Charlestown Harbour. Let the colors guide you into the tranquil scene before you.

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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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All artwork and content in the Paint-it-Yourself packs remain the intellectual property of ScotlandPaintings.com. By purchasing a pack, you do not acquire any copyright ownership of the original painting or digital content.

6. Refund Policy

Due to the digital nature of the product, all sales are final, and we do not offer refunds. If you experience any issues with your download, please contact us for support.

7. Liability

We are not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from the use of our Paint-it-Yourself packs. Ensure you download and store your files securely within the provided access period.

8. Changes to These Terms

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