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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

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Colour Palette

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Start with outlines—no blank-canvas anxiety.
Artist grid guides ensure perfect proportions.
Use colour/tonal references to learn step by step.

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See clear progress from your first brushstroke.
Structured references remove guesswork.
Hone skills at your own pace, without pressure.

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Painting reduces stress and helps you unwind.
Focus on painting, not the challenge of drawing.
A therapeutic break from everyday distractions.

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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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This painting captures the serene beauty of Stonehaven, Scotland, showcasing a breathtaking view of the northern lights dancing over the sea. The vivid greens of the aurora illuminate the night sky, casting a magical glow over the rocky shoreline. Silhouetted figures sit in the foreground, enjoying the peaceful vista, adding a touch of human connection to nature's grand display. The color palette primarily consists of deep greens, blues, and blacks, creating a harmonious balance of cool and warm tones. The painting's style is realistic, yet it evokes an ethereal quality, inviting viewers to linger in this captivating scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or painting paper
Acrylic or oil paints (colors as per the provided color wheel)
Pencils for sketching
Assorted brushes (detail, flat, and fan)
Palette for mixing colors
Water or solvents for cleaning brushes
The Paint-Your-Own Pack (PDF)

Preparation

Print the line drawing and grid version from your Paint-Your-Own Pack.
Set up your workspace with all materials at hand.
Tape the line drawing to your canvas as a reference.

Initial Sketch

Transfer the outline: Use the grid in the PDF to help accurately transfer the key shapes and lines onto your canvas. Pay special attention to the horizon line and the figures in the foreground.
Lightly sketch the main elements with a pencil, refining the details of the figures and the rocks.

Background

Start with the sky: Using broad strokes, apply the deep greens and blues from your palette to create the aurora. Blend smoothly for a natural gradient effect.
Add stars: With a small detail brush, lightly dot the sky with white paint for a starry effect.
Paint the horizon: Use a mix of lighter greens to denote the glow over the water, allowing some of this color to reflect onto the sea.

Middle Ground

Block in the sea: Apply darker shades of blue, blending with the lighter horizon colors to achieve a realistic water effect.
Detail the rocks: Use a flat brush to paint the rocky cliffs and shoreline, using dark greys and blacks for shadows and lighter browns for highlights.

Foreground and Figures

Paint the figures: Use dark greens and blacks for the silhouettes, ensuring they are solid against the lighter background.
Refine the details: With a small brush, add subtle highlights to the hair and clothing to suggest texture and form.
Add final touches: Use highlights to emphasize the edges of the rocks and any grass visible around them.

Final Details

Review your painting: Step back and assess your work. Check for areas needing more detail or smoothing.
Make adjustments: Use a small brush to refine any remaining details and add depth where needed.
Sign your painting once satisfied, and let it dry completely.

Your painting of Stonehaven is now complete! Enjoy the sense of accomplishment from creating your own masterpiece inspired by this enchanting Scottish seascape.

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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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