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Name: Findochty Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - Findochty Harbour - Scottish Harbours

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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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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

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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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Findochty Harbour radiates a vibrant charm under a setting or rising sun. The painting captures the serene yet lively essence of a quaint Scottish fishing village. Golden hues dance across the facades of traditional houses, reflecting brilliantly in the calm, azure waters. Boats rest gently at the harbor, their reflections creating an enchanting symmetry that draws the viewer into a dreamlike marine paradise. The dynamic color palette includes deep blues, fiery oranges, and soft pinks, all harmonized in bold, confident strokes, reflecting an impressionist style that emphasizes light and emotion.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials

Canvas or canvas paper
Acrylic or oil paints matching the color palette provided
Brushes: flat, round, and detail brushes
Palette for mixing colors
Water or mineral spirits (for cleaning brushes)
Paper towels or rags

Preparation

Set up your workspace in a well-lit area.
Place the line drawing or grid version of the painting on your canvas using graphite transfer paper or freehand sketching.
Prepare your palette by organizing the paints according to the provided color wheel.

Using Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings simplify composition, helping map out key elements. The grid ensures proportional accuracy. Align your grid with the canvas to match elements precisely.

Painting Process

Background and Sky:
- Mix soft pinks and blues for the sky. Use a flat brush to blend colors for a smooth transition.
- Apply broad, horizontal strokes to create a serene atmospheric background.
Buildings:
- Use bright yellows and oranges for the houses. Apply these in flat, even layers using a flat brush.
- Add shadows and depth with darker tones where required, maintaining the bold style.
Boats:
- For the boats, use deep reds, blues, and whites. Begin by outlining with a fine brush, then fill in with a flat brush for larger areas.
- Highlight the boats using subtle reflective highlights to give them a three-dimensional effect.
Water Reflections:
- Use the same colors from the buildings and boats, applying them in loose strokes that mirror the upper elements.
- Blend softly to suggest rippling water, leaving some bolder, unblended strokes to depict reflections.
Final Details:
- Refine outlines and add small details like windows and boat features using a detail brush.
- Make final adjustments to color intensity and contrast, enhancing the lights and darks to your satisfaction.

Finishing

Allow the painting to dry thoroughly.
Evaluate the piece at a distance to ensure balance and harmony.
Clean your brushes and materials properly for future use.

This guide provides a structured approach to recreate the captivating Findochty Harbour, encouraging a personal touch while maintaining the original's vibrant essence.

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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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