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Name: Inverness - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

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Tonal (B&W)

Painting + Grid

Line Drawing

Line + Grid

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Sketch

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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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Inverness: A Timeless Vista

This stunning painting transports you to the majestic beauty of Inverness. The composition centers on a vibrant, flowing river reflecting the serene Scottish sky. Towering over the landscape is an imposing castle on a rocky cliff, a testament to ancient Scotland's storied past. A lone woman in a striking red dress stands poised on the cliff's edge, her silhouette set against the castle's grandeur. The colour palette features earthy browns, lush greens, muted blues, and the arresting red of the dress, capturing a harmonious blend of natural and human elements. The style is a blend of realism and impressionism, with expressive brushwork adding to the sense of depth and movement.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Paint-Your-Own Pack (includes source image, line drawings, sketches, artists grid)
Acrylic paints: Earth tones, greens, blues, red
Brushes: Flat and round in various sizes
Canvas or painting surface
Palette for mixing colours
Water and cloth for cleaning brushes

Getting Started

Prepare Your Workspace: Ensure your workspace is well-lit and organize your materials for easy access.
Use the Grid or Line Drawing: Utilize the provided grid or line drawing to sketch the basic outlines onto your canvas. This will ensure accurate proportions and placement of elements.

Painting the Background

Sky: Start with the sky using muted blues and whites. Use a wide flat brush to create smooth, horizontal strokes to capture the serene atmosphere.
Elongate to the landscape: Use greens and browns to define the rolling hills and rocky cliffs. Employ a stippling technique to add texture to the landscape.
Castle: Use a mix of earth tones for the castle. Highlight the towers and walls to bring out architectural details using a smaller round brush.

Adding the River

Base Layer: Paint the river with dark greens and blues for the base layer. Allow this layer to dry before adding reflections.
Reflections: Use lighter tones and horizontal brushstrokes to capture the reflections of the sky and surrounding landscape on the water surface.

Painting the Figure

Silhouette: Use black or dark brown to paint the silhouette of the woman, paying attention to the curves and posture.
Dress: Apply vibrant red to the dress. Use flowing strokes to suggest the fabric’s movement and texture.
Details: Add subtle highlights and shadows to the dress and figure to enhance the volume and depth.

Final Touches

Enhance Details: With a small brush, add final touches to enhance shadows and highlights across the painting.
Review: Step back and review your work. Make any adjustments to color or detail for a harmonious composition.

Inspiration Final Note: Allow the story of Inverness to captivate you as you paint, and embrace the freedom to make this piece your own. Enjoy the process and the beauty you bring to life on the 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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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

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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.

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