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Name: Stonehaven - 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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Why You’ll Love Our Packs

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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The painting of Stonehaven captures a serene seaside scene imbued with a gentle warmth. The composition features a contemplative figure set against a backdrop of vivid blue waters and rolling cliffs, dotted with quaint white buildings against the deep cerulean sky. The palette is a harmonious blend of soft blues, warm earth tones, and lush greens, conveying a sense of peace and nostalgia. The style is reminiscent of realism with a touch of impressionism, focusing on light and atmosphere.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or watercolor paper (based on preference)
Acrylic or oil paints in colors from the included color wheel
Brushes of various sizes (small for details, large for washes)
Pencil for sketching
Palette for mixing colors
Water jar and paper towels for cleaning brushes

Preparing Your Canvas

Print the Line Drawing: Begin by printing the line drawing that fits your canvas size. This drawing will help map out the painting.
Transfer the Outline: Use tracing paper to transfer the outline onto your canvas. Position the paper and trace over the lines, ensuring all elements are accurately placed.
Grid Method (Optional): Use the artist’s grid provided to ensure each section of the painting is accurately depicted. This can help maintain proportions.

Creating the Background

Sky: Start with a light blue base. Use a large brush to apply this color, fading it slightly towards the horizon. Blend in soft whites to add cloud highlights softly blended with blue.
Sea: Apply a deeper blue, using horizontal strokes to capture the texture of water. Add lighter tones near the horizon to suggest light striking the water.

Painting the Landscape

Cliffs: Mix earth tones with hints of green for the cliffs. Use a medium brush to capture the rugged textures through broad strokes.
Buildings: Paint the buildings with white and light beige. Add details like roofs and windows using smaller brushes and darker hues.
Beach and Figures: Use sandy tones mixed with white for the beach. Add small, slightly abstracted figures using dark shades to give a sense of scale and activity.

Working on the Foreground

Figure: Begin with the skin tones, mixing whites, pinks, and browns. Use a small brush for facial details. Paint clothing with whites, adding shadows for depth.
Wall and Grass: Apply an off-white for the wall, with darker shadows for dimension. Use varied greens for the grass, adding strokes for texture.

Final Touches

Adjust Highlights and Shadows: Enhance the painting by emphasizing light and shadow contrasts, especially on the water and buildings.
Details: Use a fine brush for any remaining small details, such as additional highlights on the sea or refining the figure’s features.
Varnish (Optional): Once the painting is dry, consider applying a varnish to protect the surface and unify the finish.

Take your time with each step, and enjoy the process of bringing this beautiful Stonehaven scene to life through your own creative lens!

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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.

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