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Painting - Loch Glencoul - Scottish Lochs
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Original painting of Loch Glencoul
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
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Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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  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.
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Painting Guidance

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The painting of Loch Glencoul captures the serene beauty of Scotland’s rugged landscapes. The sky swirls with gentle clouds, painted in soft pinks and blues, casting a tranquil reflection over the water's surface. The distant hills blend into shades of deep blue and green, evoking a sense of depth and mystery. The use of light and shadow, combined with a harmonious palette, brings life to this captivating scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Acrylic paints: blue, pink, white, green, and yellow.
  • Pencil and eraser.
  • Brushes: flat, round, and detail brushes.
  • Canvas or art paper from your Paint-Your-Own Pack.
  • Palette for mixing colors.
  • Cup of water and paper towel.

Preparation

  1. Review the source painting image provided in your PDF pack.
  2. Examine the line drawings and sketches to familiarize yourself with composition and perspective.
  3. Optionally, use the artist’s grid version for enhanced accuracy.

Sketch the Composition

  1. Using the line drawing as a guide, lightly sketch the outline of the horizon, hills, and loch onto your canvas.
  2. Ensure all major elements are placed accurately, using the grid to maintain proper proportions if desired.

Paint the Sky

  1. Mix white with a touch of blue and pink to create the soft sky color.
  2. Use a flat brush to cover the sky area, allowing the colors to blend subtly for a gradient effect.
  3. Add cloud shapes using white and incorporate hints of pink for depth.

Paint the Hills

  1. Mix blues and greens to achieve the varied hues of the distant hills.
  2. Apply the color with a slightly dry brush technique, capturing the texture of the hills.
  3. Use a dark blue for shadows to add dimension.

Paint the Water

  1. Mix a reflective blue shade using blue and white.
  2. Paint horizontal strokes to mimic the loch’s reflective surface.
  3. Introduce touches of pink and white as reflections of the sky.

Add Final Details

  1. Use a detail brush for any small objects or additional texture on the landscape.
  2. Refine the edges of hills and the horizon line for clarity.
  3. Assess the painting, adjusting shadows and highlights for harmony and depth.

Finishing Touches

  • Allow the painting to dry completely.
  • Evaluate the balance of colors and make any final tweaks.
  • Sign your artwork and celebrate your recreation of Loch Glencoul!

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