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Name: Portree Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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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

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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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Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Portree Harbour, a picturesque coastal scene nestled in the heart of Scotland. This painting captures the serene charm of the harbor, with its rustic boats softly bobbing on the reflective waters, set against a backdrop of quaint whitewashed buildings and towering mountains. The color palette is a harmonious blend of earthy browns, soft blues, and lush greens, capturing the essence of a peaceful Scottish day bathed in gentle sunlight. The artist’s style combines realistic detail with an impressionistic touch, allowing the viewer to feel both the clear structure and the atmospheric mood of the scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or thick paper
Acrylic or oil paints (as per your preference)
Brushes (small detail brush, medium flat brush, large wash brush)
Pencil for sketching
Palette and water jar (if using acrylics)
Rag or paper towels

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The included line drawings and grid are designed to help you accurately map out the composition of the painting. Start by lightly sketching the main outlines on your canvas using the grid as a guide to ensure proper proportions and placement.

Sketch the Composition:
- Begin with the horizon line and the basic shapes of the boats and buildings.
- Use the grid to ensure that the mountains align correctly with the buildings and boats.
Background and Sky:
- Mix soft blues and white to paint the sky, using a large wash brush for smooth blending.
- Add hints of grey to suggest distant clouds.
- Paint the mountains in the background using dark blues and browns, adding depth with varying shades.
Buildings and Waterfront:
- Use white and light greys to depict the buildings, adding shadows with a darker grey for realistic depth.
- Introduce red and green accents for the roofs and patches of grass.
Boats:
- Paint the boats with a mix of earthy browns and blacks, using a small detail brush for the masts and ropes.
- Highlight where the light hits the boats using light grey or white.
Water Reflections:
- Mix blues and greys for the water, incorporating reflections of the boats and buildings with careful brush strokes.
- Use horizontal strokes for a realistic effect and blend softly in areas for depth.
Final Details and Touch-ups:
- Add tiny details like the chimneys and windows on the buildings, using a fine brush for precision.
- Inspect your painting for any areas needing refinement, adding final highlights and shadows where necessary.

As you progress, regularly step back from your work to see the overall composition and balance of colors. Feel free to make gentle adjustments to your painting to capture the essence of Portree Harbour as you envision it.

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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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