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Name: Portree Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - Portree 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

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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This captivating painting of Portree Harbour in Scotland brings to life the serene yet vibrant atmosphere of a coastal village. The scene is bathed in a harmonious palette of deep blues, rich reds, and vibrant yellows. The vivid splash of color from the buildings contrasts beautifully against the calm reflections on the water. With each brushstroke, the lively essence and charming architecture of this harbourside setting are expertly captured, illustrating a mix of realism and impressionistic flair.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or watercolor paper
Acrylic or oil paints in primary colors (red, blue, yellow) and neutrals (white, black)
Brushes of various sizes (flat, round, and detail brushes)
Palette for mixing colors
Water and cloth for cleaning brushes

Preparation

Review the Paint-Your-Own Pack: Familiarize yourself with the source painting image, line drawings, and optional artist grids to understand the composition.
Prepare Your Canvas: Lightly sketch the basic outlines from the line drawings onto your canvas using a pencil. If using the grid method, ensure your canvas is gridded out, matching the reference.

Painting Process

Background and Sky:
- Start with the sky, using a mix of blues from your color palette, adding patches of white for clouds.
- Apply broad, even strokes, blending to achieve a smooth transition from light to deep blue.
Distant Hills and Buildings:
- Paint the grassy hills using greens mixed with hints of blues and yellows for depth and variation.
- Block in the buildings, using vibrant yellows, whites, and reds as seen in the image. Ensure you capture the distinct shapes and angles.
Reflections in Water:
- For the water’s reflections, replicate the building colors with a slightly darker hue.
- Use horizontal, sweeping strokes to mimic the reflective quality of the water.
Foreground and Boat:
- Paint the boats using bold reds and whites. Begin with the main shapes, then add details like windows, masts, and ropes with a fine brush.
- Add shadows and highlights to enhance the three-dimensional look.
Final Touches and Details:
- Go back to refine the edges and add any additional details you see in the source painting, like chimneys and windows.
- Add final highlights and adjustments, ensuring color consistency and depth.

Using the Grid and Line Drawings

The grid helps maintain proportion and perspective; use it to accurately depict spacing and align elements. The line drawings provide clear guides for structural components, ensuring your painting closely follows the original composition.

Final Tips

Don’t rush. Allow each layer to dry before adding details over it, especially if using acrylics.
Take frequent steps back to view your work from a distance to check balance and proportion.
Enjoy the process, and let your personal style shine through each brushstroke.

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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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