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Painting - Loch Katrine - Scottish Lochs
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Original painting of Loch Katrine
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
Sketch
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Painting

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  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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The painting captures the serene beauty of Loch Katrine with vibrant colors and intricate details. The scene is dominated by the tranquil water of the loch, reflecting the soft, warm hues of the surrounding landscape and sky, evoking a sense of peace and wonder. The foreground features elegantly twisting trees and rocks, rendered in rich greens and earth tones, while the background showcases majestic hills in blues and purples, under a radiant sky. The style bridges realism with impressionistic touches, using well-defined lines and a harmonious color palette to create depth and movement.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Acrylic or oil paints as per the provided colour palette
  • Brushes of various sizes (flat, round, and detail brushes)
  • Canvas or painting paper
  • Palette and palette knife for mixing colours
  • Cup of water or medium for cleaning brushes and thinning paint

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings and optional grid version included in the Paint-Your-Own Pack are designed to help you with accurate composition and proportions:

  • Use the grid version if you prefer a structured approach. Transfer the grid onto your canvas and match each section to the reference image, copying details and ensuring proper placement of elements.
  • For the line drawing, trace or freehand the outline onto your canvas to ensure all main shapes and lines are correctly positioned before painting.

Painting Process

  1. Background and Sky:
    • Begin with a light wash for the sky using soft blues and creams, blending smoothly to capture the gentle transition of colours.
    • Add hints of orange and yellow near the horizon to suggest the warmth of the sunlight.
  2. Hills and Distant Landscape:
    • Layer shades of blue, purple, and green to paint the distant hills, varying tones to create depth.
    • Use softer brush strokes to blend where the hills meet the sky and water.
  3. Water Reflection:
    • Paint the loch with horizontal strokes, using a mix of blues and greens. Incorporate reflections from the sky and hills with long fluid motions.
    • Introduce lighter highlights to mimic the sun’s reflection on the water surface.
  4. Foreground Trees and Rocks:
    • Mix greens with a touch of yellow for the foliage, using a detail brush to depict leaves and branches. Add darker greens for shadows.
    • For the tree trunks and rocks, utilize browns and grays, applying darker shades to outline and highlight details such as texture and form.
  5. Final Touches:
    • Revisit areas needing additional detail or refinement, ensuring smooth transitions and well-defined shapes.
    • Add small highlights or shadows where necessary to enhance the overall depth and realism.

Conclusion

By following these steps and utilizing the tools in your Paint-Your-Own Pack, you'll successfully recreate the tranquil beauty of Loch Katrine. Take your time, enjoy the process, and let the painting come alive with each brushstroke.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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