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Name: Stornoway - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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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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The painting captures the vibrant essence of Stornoway in Scotland, evoking a sense of lively charm and picturesque beauty. The artwork features an array of colorful boats docked alongside quaint, character-rich buildings. The vibrant red, blue, and yellow hues stand out vividly against the tranquil backdrop, creating a dynamic contrast. The reflection in the water subtly enhances the painting's depth and realism, drawing the viewer into this serene Scottish harbor scene. The artistic style is impressionistic, with expressive brushwork and a dynamic use of color, which lends the painting a sense of movement and vitality.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or painting paper
Paints: Blue, Red, Yellow, White, Black, Ochre
Brushes: Flat, Round, and Fine detail
Palette and water cup
Rag or paper towels

Preparation

Prepare your workspace by gathering all materials.
Review the line drawings and the color wheel included in your Paint-Your-Own Pack.
Position the canvas and secure it to prevent movement.
If desired, apply the grid from the pack onto your canvas to enhance composition accuracy.

Creating the Underpainting

Background Sky: Use a flat brush to apply a light blue base to the upper portion of the canvas, setting the sky's tone.
Water Reflection: Extend the blue into the lower section, slightly altering the hue for depth. Add softer brush strokes for a ripple effect.

Building the Scene

Buildings: Use the line drawing as a guide to sketch the basic shapes of the buildings with a light pencil or diluted paint.
Add layers of color, focusing on white and yellow tones. Use ochre to highlight areas exposed to sun.
Tip: Employ the optional grid for precise proportions and alignment.
Boats: Sketch the outlined shapes of the boats, ensuring their reflections are marked in the water below.
Fill the boats with vibrant red and white, using detail brushes for fine lines and features.

Adding Details and Texture

Apply black and ochre tones to emphasize shadows and depth within the buildings and boats.
Add highlights with white to mimic sunlight hitting the structures and water, enhancing the painting’s vibrancy.
Use fine brushes to add rigging and small details to the boats, referencing the sketches for accuracy.

Final Touches

Add final highlights and reflections with thin layers of diluted paint for a polished effect.
Step back to assess your artwork, adjust any areas as needed to match the reference painting's balance and harmony.
Allow the painting to dry completely before handling or displaying.

Congratulations on completing your artwork! Enjoy your recreation of the lively harbor scene of Stornoway with its charming blend of color and motion.

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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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