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Name: Ardtun Bay - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

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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.

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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The painting of Ardtun Bay captures the serene yet vibrant essence of a Scottish coastal village. Dominated by deep greens, rich reds, and soft yellows, the scene unfolds a charming view of rustic cottages with red roofs nestled against lush hills and dramatic skies. The bold, expressive brushstrokes and vivid contrasts evoke a sense of energy and tranquility, encapsulating the raw beauty of the Scottish landscape.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Paint-Your-Own Pack (PDF file)
Canvas or painting paper
Brushes of various sizes
Acrylic or oil paints
Palette for mixing colors

1. Prepare Your Canvas

Use the line drawings or grid provided in the PDF to lightly sketch the composition onto your canvas. The grid can help in accurately positioning the key elements like houses, boats, and hill contours. Ensure the proportions are correct before moving to the next step.

2. Block in the Background

Sky: Mix soft blues and whites to create the cloud-filled sky. Use broad, sweeping strokes to mimic the cloud formations and horizon light.
Hills: Apply layers of deep greens and darker blues. Use a larger brush for the sweeping hill forms, transitioning to lighter greens as you move to the foreground.

3. Paint the Midground

Houses: Use bold reds for the roofs and a combination of white and warm yellows for the walls. Ensure crisp, clean edges to make them stand out against the landscape.
Boats: Combine rich reds and browns. Use a fine brush for detailing masts and hull lines.

4. Define the Foreground

Focus on the reflections in the water. Use a mix of darker reds and a few hints of green and blue to create the mirrored surface. Ensure the brushstrokes are horizontal to mimic the calm water.

5. Add Fine Details

Shadows and Highlights: Touch up shadows under the roofs and along the boat hulls using darker tones. Add highlights to mimic sunlight glinting off surfaces.
Texture: Use a dry brush technique to add texture to the grass and rocks in the foreground, blending seamlessly from yellow to more earthy tones.

6. Final Touches

Step back and examine the painting for balance. Add any final adjustments in color and detail. Use the color wheel to ensure the overall palette is harmonious.

7. Review and Sign

After completing the painting, let it dry completely. Review it for any areas needing retouching. Once satisfied, add your signature discreetly in the corner.

Following these steps will guide you to recreate the enchanting scene of Ardtun Bay, capturing its essence with authenticity and heart.

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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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