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Name: River Dee - 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

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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.

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.
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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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The painting of the River Dee in Scotland vividly captures the serene and pastoral beauty of the Scottish countryside. With lush greenery, a tranquil river, and grazing cattle, the painting embodies a peaceful, bucolic scene. The sky is dramatically painted with billowing clouds, lending a dynamic contrast to the calm landscape below. The color palette is rich yet earthy, utilizing varying shades of green, blue, and brown to create depth and realism. The painted clouds, verdant trees, and reflective water are characteristic of the artist's impressionist style, blending detail with emotion.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Paint-Your-Own Pack PDF
Canvas or paper
Acrylic or oil paints (as indicated in the color wheel)
Brushes: small, medium, and large
Pencil (for initial sketching)
Palette for mixing colors
Palette knife (optional for texture)

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

Start by printing the included line drawing or grid version on a sheet of paper. If you're using the grid, lightly sketch the grid onto your canvas as a guide. This will help maintain composition accuracy when transferring the image.

Step 1: Sketching the Basic Outline

Using a pencil, sketch the main elements of the landscape: the river, cattle, trees, and horizon line. Refer to the line drawing for accurate placement.
Ensure the proportions are correct by aligning them with the grid lines, if used.

Step 2: Painting the Sky and Clouds

Begin by applying a light blue wash for the sky. Gradually blend in white to create the clouds, using the larger brush for broader strokes.
Add depth by painting darker shades within the clouds, enhancing their three-dimensional appearance.

Step 3: Developing the Background

Mix greens and blues to paint the distant hills and trees. Use a medium brush to blend softly, creating a sense of distance.
Integrate variations of green to form the expansive fields, suggesting different textures and light.

Step 4: Painting the River

Apply blues, greens, and browns to depict the river’s surface. Use horizontal strokes to mimic the reflection of the sky and surrounding landscape.
Add lighter accents to give the illusion of moving water.

Step 5: Detailing the Foreground

Use a smaller brush to paint the cattle, using the color palette to capture their varied coats.
Paint the grass and rocks with a mix of browns and greens, adding details to emphasize texture.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

Review the painting for any areas needing refinement or additional detail.
Use a palette knife or fine brush for any final texture or highlights.

Final Thoughts

Take a step back and admire your recreated painting of the River Dee. Feel free to add your unique personal touches or adjust colors for a personalized effect. Enjoy the process and appreciate the tranquility captured in this beautiful Scottish scene.

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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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