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Name: Aberdeen - 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

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

Drag the handle left or right to compare the line drawing with the original painting.

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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This painting captures a serene, timeless scene in Aberdeen, Scotland. A lone figure stands thoughtfully on a platform, holding a delicate bouquet of white flowers. The background reveals a train subtly moving under the soft light of an overcast sky, with hints of architectural silhouettes adding depth and character. The palette features muted earth tones, soft whites, and gentle grays, evoking feelings of nostalgia and tranquility. The artistic style combines realism with impressionistic elements, focusing on light and shadow to create an atmospheric narrative.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or suitable painting surface
Acrylic or oil paints
Brushes of various sizes
Palette for mixing colors
Water or solvent for cleaning brushes
Ruler or grid tool (optional)

Preparation

Set up your workspace with adequate lighting. Ensure all your materials are within reach.
Secure your canvas and review the source painting image included in your Paint-Your-Own Pack.
Familiarize yourself with the color wheel provided, noting which colors dominate the palette.

Using Line Drawings and Grid

For composition accuracy, use the line drawings as a guide to sketch the main outlines on your canvas. If you choose to use the artist's grid, align the grid over your line drawing and replicate the corresponding sections onto your canvas. This helps in maintaining proportions and perspective.

Painting Instructions

1. Background

Mix a light gray with a hint of blue for the sky. Using a wide brush, apply with horizontal strokes to cover the top background area.
For the buildings, blend muted browns and grays. Paint these with a smaller brush, ensuring they are slightly blurred to maintain focus on the foreground.

2. Train and Platform

Paint the train using muted greens and grays, focusing on capturing the reflection of the soft light.
Add details like windows with a darker gray, using a fine brush for precise edges.
For the platform, use a mix of browns and ochres, applying longer strokes to suggest texture.

3. The Figure

Mix a warm brown for the coat, layering it to achieve depth. Highlight the light areas with a mix of beige and white.
For the figure's skin, use a blend of pale yellows and pinks, adding shadows with a touch of brown.
Focus on the contrast between light and shadow to reveal facial features subtly.

4. Flowers and Details

For the bouquet, blend whites with a hint of blue to add dimension to the petals.
Detail the stems and leaves with dark greens, providing contrast against the lighter flowers.
Review your painting for any final touch-ups, emphasizing light reflections and deepening shadows to enhance the overall effect.

Finishing Touches

Allow the painting to dry completely.
Optionally, apply a varnish to protect the artwork and enhance color vibrancy.
Step back and enjoy your recreated scene of Aberdeen.

Take your time with each step, embracing the creative process. Enjoy bringing this atmospheric piece to life!

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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.

5. Copyright and Intellectual Property

All artwork and content in the Paint-it-Yourself packs remain the intellectual property of ScotlandPaintings.com. By purchasing a pack, you do not acquire any copyright ownership of the original painting or digital content.

6. Refund Policy

Due to the digital nature of the product, all sales are final, and we do not offer refunds. If you experience any issues with your download, please contact us for support.

7. Liability

We are not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from the use of our Paint-it-Yourself packs. Ensure you download and store your files securely within the provided access period.

8. Changes to These Terms

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