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Painting - Portnahaven Harbour - Scottish Harbours
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Original painting of Portnahaven Harbour
Original
Tonal version
Tonal (B&W)
Painting with grid
Painting + Grid
Line drawing
Line Drawing
Line drawing with grid
Line + Grid
Sepia sketch
Sepia Sketch
Sepia sketch with grid
Sepia + Grid
Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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Sketch with grid
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How It Works

  1. Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
  2. 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.
  3. Start Your Sketch / Tracing: Transfer or trace the line drawing onto your canvas/paper. Use grid lines if you want perfect proportions.
  4. Paint the Picture: Follow our tonal references, colour palette, or experiment freely. Enjoy a stress-free painting session!
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Painting Guidance

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Imagine standing at Portnahaven Harbour, where an array of vibrant colors brings to life the quaint charm of this Scottish coastal village. The painting captures a serene sunrise, depicting an abstract harmony with bold geometric shapes and a warm palette that transitions from fiery reds and oranges to calming blues and soft yellows. The harbour is dotted with simple yet striking depictions of boats, set against a backdrop of stylized cottages and a glowing sun. The artistic style combines realism with abstraction, creating a unique balance that is both lively and nostalgic.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Line drawings and/or grid version from the Paint-Your-Own Pack
  • Acrylic or oil paints in your color palette
  • Brushes (fine detail and flat brush)
  • Canvas
  • Paint palette
  • Water and cloth for cleaning brushes

Preparation

Start by preparing your workspace and materials. Make sure you have good lighting and a comfortable spot to work in. Lay out your paints according to the color wheel provided.

Using the Line Drawings/Grid

  • If you’re using the line drawing, transfer it onto your canvas using a light pencil.
  • If using the grid version, draw a corresponding grid lightly on your canvas for proportional accuracy.

Painting Steps

  1. Background and Sky:
    • Begin with the sky, using broad strokes to apply the soft gradient of blues transitioning into warm yellows and oranges near the horizon.
    • Mix your colors to blend smoothly, capturing the abstract essence of the sky and the emerging sun.
  2. Sun and Light Gradient:
    • Paint the large circular sun in warm shades, using the provided palette to incorporate the glowing oranges and subtler yellows.
    • Create a gradient effect around the sun with circular brushstrokes, giving it texture and depth.
  3. Village Buildings:
    • Use the line drawing to carefully position your blocks of color, depicting geometric shapes of the buildings.
    • Apply reds, beiges, and blues, varying your brushwork to follow the form of each building, adding shadows and highlights as needed.
  4. Harbour and Boats:
    • For the water, use sweeping strokes of blue and subtle greens to suggest reflection and movement.
    • Depict the boats using bold, simple forms. Use your fine brush to add small details such as masts and sails.
  5. Final Details:
    • Add finishing touches to your painting by enhancing contrast in the shadows and highlights, ensuring the village and boats have depth and stand out.
    • Use a fine brush for any necessary touch-ups, refining edges and details where needed.

Conclusion

Step back and appreciate your work. Feel free to make adjustments, adding more color or texture until you are satisfied with the balance and harmony of your recreated Portnahaven Harbour. Enjoy the process and the vibrant scene you have brought to life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Absolutely. We provide sketches, line drawings, grids, and colour guidance, so even first-timers can paint with confidence. No drawing experience required.

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