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Name: Portobello Beach - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Painting - Portobello Beach - Scottish Flowers and Flora

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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.
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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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At Portobello Beach, vibrant fields of green dance in the foreground, adorned with delicate white flowers that capture the essence of nature's fleeting beauty. The serene blue of the sea stretches out to meet the sky, dotted with hues of azure and indigo. This painting embodies the spirit of impressionism with bold, expressive strokes, a vivid color palette, and a sense of movement and light. It's an invitation to experience the mood and atmosphere of the beach, beautifully captured with a mix of soft pastels and striking contrasts.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials You'll Need:

Canvas or painting surface
Brushes of various sizes (flat and round)
Acrylic or oil paints as per the color wheel provided
Palette and palette knife
Water container (for acrylics) or medium (for oils)
Rag or paper towels for cleaning

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The provided line drawings and optional grid will assist you in achieving accurate composition. Begin by sketching the main elements of the landscape onto your canvas using the light lines from the drawing. If using a grid, match the grid lines on your canvas to help position elements correctly.

Step 1: Background and Sky

Mix a light blue for the sky and cover the upper part of the canvas using large, horizontal brush strokes. Add hints of white to introduce clouds.
Blend in softer tones near the horizon for a seamless transition.

Step 2: Sea and Horizon Line

Using a deeper blue, paint the distant sea. Keep your strokes parallel to convey the calmness of the water.
Introduce darker indigo tones towards the horizon, adding depth.

Step 3: Beach and Midground

Blend soft pastels like light pinks and sandy tones to create the beach.
Use a mix of small strokes and blending to capture the texture of sand.

Step 4: Foreground and Flowers

Begin with vibrant greens for the foreground. Use a palette knife to apply the paint thickly, mimicking grass texture.
Add patches of light and dark green for variation and depth.
Paint the white flowers with small dabs, emphasizing their round shapes.

Step 5: Details and Finishing Touches

Add shadows and highlights using darker greens and lighter whites to enhance the three-dimensionality of the foliage and flowers.
Review the painting for any areas needing refinement or additional detail work.

Final Tips

Experiment with brush strokes and paint thickness to replicate the impressionistic style. Be mindful of color harmony, using the color palette provided to guide your choices. Most importantly, allow your creativity to flow as you bring Portobello Beach to life on canvas.

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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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