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Name: Dundee - 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

Sepia + Grid

Sketch

Sketch + Grid

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.

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.
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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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The painting of Dundee is a vibrant and bustling depiction of the city's skyline, harmoniously blending rich architectural details with a serene maritime backdrop. The scene is filled with charming, colorful buildings, their varied hues creating a lively tapestry that captures Dundee's unique character. Towering church spires reach towards the sky, while sailboats gently rest on the tranquil blue waters in the distance. The color palette embraces a mix of earthy tones and vivid pops of color, evoking both warmth and energy. The artistic style is both modern and whimsical, allowing viewers to experience the city's dynamism and charm.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

Your Paint-Your-Own Pack includes line drawings and an optional artist's grid to assist with composition accuracy. Start by either transferring the line drawing onto your canvas using the grid method or by tracing. This will provide a strong foundation to ensure correct proportions and perspective.

Materials Needed

Acrylic paints
Paintbrushes (flat, round, and detail brushes)
Canvas or painting paper
Palette for mixing colors
Water and paper towels for cleaning brushes

Step 1: Background

Begin with the sky using light blue tones. Mix in a touch of white for cloud-like textures.
For the water, apply a slightly darker blue, ensuring smooth horizontal strokes to mimic the calm sea.

Step 2: Distant Landscape

Paint the distant land across the water using muted earth tones. Add subtle variations to suggest intricate details without overwhelming the background.
Add small hints of red and green to suggest vegetation and unique architectural elements.

Step 3: Architectural Details

Using your line drawing, begin painting the buildings. Apply a range of colors: creams, greens, blues, and oranges, to capture the material diversity of Dundee's architecture.
Add depth by painting shadows with slightly darker tones matching the building colors.
Use a fine detail brush for windows, doors, and intricate roofing details.

Step 4: Focal Elements

Focus on the church spire and detailed rooftops. Use varying tones of gray and green.
Emphasize these elements to draw attention and add height to the scene.

Step 5: Sailboats

Paint the sailboats in the water using white and accent with touches of red and black for contrast.
Ensure the reflection in the water is subtly visible, using lighter blues.

Step 6: Foreground Trees

For trees, start with the base colors of greens and yellows, building up layers.
Use a round brush to create leaf textures, adding depth with darker greens and highlights with lighter yellow-green shades.

Final Touches

Review the painting and add any necessary details to capture the original painting's vibrant life and intricate nuances. Ensure color balances and proportion are as desired.

Once satisfied, allow your painting to dry completely before displaying it proudly.

Enjoy your journey in recreating the charming cityscape of Dundee!

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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.

5. Copyright and Intellectual Property

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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