Love this painting?

Want to paint it yourself?

Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack for £9.99

Painting - Glencoe - Glencoe
Buy Now - £9.99

Download all 10 source images for £9.99

Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

Original painting of Glencoe
Original
Tonal version
Tonal (B&W)
Painting with grid
Painting + Grid
Line drawing
Line Drawing
Line drawing with grid
Line + Grid
Sepia sketch
Sepia Sketch
Sepia sketch with grid
Sepia + Grid
Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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.

Get a FREE pack!

Buy two packs and get one completely FREE!

Simply add three packs to your cart and and enter the coupon "onefree"

Browse: Similar paintings | All paintings | Same style | Same subject

See The Transformation

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

Sketch with grid
Sketch
Original
Painting

How It Works

  1. Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
  2. 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.
  3. Start Your Sketch / Tracing: Transfer or trace the line drawing onto your canvas/paper. Use grid lines if you want perfect proportions.
  4. Paint the Picture: Follow our tonal references, colour palette, or experiment freely. Enjoy a stress-free painting session!
  5. Showcase or Monetise Your Artwork: Gift it, hang it on your wall, or even sell it—we grant you the freedom to profit.
Artist with iPad and Easel

Painting Guidance

Buy the pack - then follow this guidance.

Description of the Painting

This painting beautifully captures the dramatic landscape of Glencoe in Scotland. The artwork is an abstract representation, using vibrant and intense hues that evoke emotion and depth. The dominant reds and pinks form the imposing mountains, contrasted by the subtle yellows and oranges that describe the tranquil foreground. Soft whites and grays create a delicate atmosphere, contributing to the artwork's ethereal quality. The style is bold and expressive, utilizing broad brushstrokes and a dynamic composition.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Acrylic paints: Reds, pinks, yellows, oranges, whites, grays, blacks.
  • Brushes: Flat, round, and detail brushes.
  • Canvas: Size of your choice, primed.
  • Palette for mixing colors.
  • Water container and paper towels.

Preparation

  1. Set up your workspace with all materials within reach.
  2. Review the included line drawing or artist's grid to familiarize yourself with the composition.
  3. Use the color wheel and palette guide to acquaint yourself with the colors.

Painting Process

1. Sketch the Composition

  • Using the Line Drawing: Transfer the line drawing onto your canvas lightly with a pencil, marking key outlines of the mountains and horizon.
  • Using the Grid: Align your canvas with the grid version, focusing on accurate placement of major shapes.

2. Paint the Sky and Upper Mountains

  • Mix white with a touch of gray to create a soft base color for the sky, applying with a wide flat brush.
  • Blend in light pinks near the mountain tops for a glowing effect, using sweeping motions.
  • Gradually build intensity with pinks and reds, creating deep contrasts at the mountain edges.

3. Define the Mountains

  • Use a rich red mixed with some black for the mountain sides in shadow. A flat brush works well for defining these areas.
  • Blend the red into brighter pinks and subtle purples, capturing the natural light play.

4. Paint the Foreground

  • Mix yellow with a hint of orange for the vibrant fields and reflectivity below the mountains.
  • Add hints of light gray and white for reflection and to create depth.
  • Introduce some free-flowing drips to mimic abstract reflections, giving texture and interest.

5. Add Details

  • Use detail brushes for any fine lines and to refine edges between color contrasts.
  • Balance the composition by making any final adjustments in color intensity, ensuring harmony across the painting.

Final Touches

  1. Let your painting dry completely.
  2. Review the artwork for any areas needing enhancement or adjustment.

Conclusion

With patience and careful observation of both the source image and this guide, your recreation of Glencoe will be both a personal accomplishment and a piece of expressive art to cherish.

Start painting today! Instant download.

Buy the pack now and you'll be painting in no time!

Buy now

Similar Paintings You Might Like….

Prefer a Ready-to-Hang Version?

Framed version of Glencoe
Love this artwork? Explore even more ways to enjoy it at home—visit ScotlandPaintings.com to discover beautifully framed prints, premium canvas editions, and high-quality posters featuring this stunning Scottish scene. Each product is professionally printed and ready to bring the charm of Scotland straight to your walls.
Buy a framed print of this painting

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.