Love this painting?

Want to paint it yourself?

Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack for £9.99

Painting - Perth - Scottish Cities
Buy Now - £9.99

Download all 10 source images for £9.99

Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

Original painting of Perth
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

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.

Get a FREE pack!

Buy two packs and get one completely FREE!

Simply add three packs to your cart and and enter the coupon "onefree"

Browse: Similar paintings | All paintings | Same style | Same subject

See The Transformation

Drag the handle left or right to compare the line drawing with the original painting.

Sketch with grid
Sketch
Original
Painting

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!
  5. Showcase or Monetise Your Artwork: Gift it, hang it on your wall, or even sell it—we grant you the freedom to profit.
Artist with iPad and Easel

Painting Guidance

Buy the pack - then follow this guidance.

Picture yourself walking through the enchanting streets of Perth, Scotland, captured in a mesmerizing blend of vibrant colors and shadowed structures. The painting invites you with its dramatic arrays of bold oranges and deep blues, evoking a sense of both mystery and warmth. The skyline, with its striking silhouettes against a glowing sunset, showcases a dynamic play between light and shadow, making the viewer feel the essence of Perth’s evening splendour. This piece is an emotional representation of the historic townscape, encapsulated in an expressive, contemporary style.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas or painting surface
  • Set of acrylic paints (refer to the provided color wheel)
  • Assorted brushes (flat, round, and detail)
  • Palette for mixing colors
  • Water cup for cleaning brushes
  • Paper towels or cloth
  • Painter’s tape (optional)

Step 1: Preparing Your Canvas

Tip: Use painter's tape to border the canvas for clean edges.

  1. Secure your canvas on a steady surface.
  2. Lightly sketch the basic structures using the included line drawing or grid assist for accurate composition.

Step 2: Painting the Sky

Colors: Deep blue, light blue, white, hints of orange

  1. Mix deep blue and a bit of white to create a gradient of blue tones.
  2. Using a flat brush, apply the darkest blue at the top and gradually lighten as you move downward.
  3. Add thin streaks of light blue and hints of orange to mimic the evening sky.

Step 3: Creating the Sunset Glow

Colors: Bright orange, yellow, white

  1. Mix bright orange with a touch of yellow for vibrancy.
  2. With a flat brush, paint the horizon line where the sky meets the silhouette.
  3. Blend in white to add a glowing effect emanating from the center.

Step 4: Painting the Silhouettes

Colors: Black, dark blue, deep red

  1. Mix black with a touch of dark blue and deep red for variation.
  2. Use a round brush to fill in the building silhouettes, referring closely to the line drawing for accuracy.
  3. Emphasize the tallest towers and peaks, creating sharp contrasts against the sunset.

Step 5: Adding Reflections and Details

Colors: Additional red, orange, dark blue

  1. Below the horizon, layer additional reds and oranges, using vertical strokes to suggest reflections on a water-like surface.
  2. Apply final dark details with a detail brush to highlight the shadowed street and subtle human figures beneath the skyline.

Step 6: Final Touches

  1. Step back and evaluate the painting’s balance and color harmony.
  2. Add any final highlights or darken areas for depth as necessary.
  3. Let your painting dry completely, remove any border tape, and proudly display your work!

Your journey through the enchanting Perth cityscape is complete. Enjoy your recreated masterpiece, reminiscent of Scotland’s beauty at dusk.

Start painting today! Instant download.

Buy the pack now and you'll be painting in no time!

Buy now

Similar Paintings You Might Like….

Prefer a Ready-to-Hang Version?

Framed version of Perth
Love this artwork? Explore even more ways to enjoy it at home—visit ScotlandPaintings.com to discover beautifully framed prints, premium canvas editions, and high-quality posters featuring this stunning Scottish scene. Each product is professionally printed and ready to bring the charm of Scotland straight to your walls.
Buy a framed print of this painting

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.