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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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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.

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See clear progress from your first brushstroke.
Structured references remove guesswork.
Hone skills at your own pace, without pressure.

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

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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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Portree Harbour captures the serene beauty of a Scottish coastal village in vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes. Nestled between rolling green hills and a tranquil blue sea, colorful boats rest gently in the harbor, reflecting shades of red, white, and orange. The quaint village houses, painted in a spectrum of warm yellows, reds, and whites, add a charming contrast against the stoic stone of the surrounding landscape. The artistic style combines elements of impressionism with a touch of realism, inviting viewers to lose themselves in the picturesque harmony of nature and human life.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or painting surface
Paints (matching the color palette provided in the PDF)
Brushes (variety of sizes)
Palette for mixing colors
Water and cloth for cleaning brushes

Preparation

Before starting, review the source painting image and line drawing included in your Paint-Your-Own Pack. Setting up your workspace with all materials within reach will make your painting experience easier and more enjoyable.

Using the Line Drawing and Grid

Place the line drawing over your canvas or use it as a reference to sketch the basic outlines onto your canvas.
If using the grid, start by drawing a light grid on your canvas to match the one on the reference image. This will help with exact placement and proportions.

Painting Steps

1. Background and Sky

Mix your blues and whites to create the sky, using broad, swift brushstrokes to capture the movement. Add hints of grey for clouds.
Use shades of green mixed with a bit of yellow to paint the rolling hills, creating depth by using darker greens for shadowed areas.

2. Village and Houses

Begin with the base colors of the houses: warm yellows, reds, and whites. Apply them with flat brushes for smooth surfaces.
Add details such as roofs and windows with darker shades, noting the subtle play of light and shadow.

3. The Harbour

Paint the water using a mix of deep blues and greens. Use horizontal strokes to mimic reflections, adjusting pressure for texture.
Depict reflections of boats and houses by slightly pulling colors from above into the water with vertical brushstrokes.

4. Boats

Use bright reds and whites for the boats, contrasting them against the water. Use detailed brushwork to capture their structure and reflection.
Add shadows under the boats with a mix of dark blue and grey.

5. Final Details

Add final touches to enhance details, such as highlights on the water and accents on the boats.
Ensure color harmony by making adjustments to balance light and shadow throughout the painting.

Finishing Touches

Step back and observe your masterpiece. Make any last-minute adjustments, ensuring the overall color balance and composition align with the inspiring scene of Portree Harbour. Allow your painting to dry completely.

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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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