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Name: Oban Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Painting - Oban Harbour - Scottish Harbours

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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

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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Capture the vibrant essence of Oban Harbour with a painting that beautifully blends reality and abstraction. Bathed in the soft glow of evening light, the scene features calm waters reflecting vivid colors of blue, orange, and yellow. The distant hills provide a serene backdrop to the lively waterfront, where boats and quaint buildings create a dynamic silhouette. This painting’s use of bold contrasts and abstract techniques emphasizes its modern artistic style, inviting viewers into a vivid, dreamlike interpretation of the Scottish coastal landscape.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Acrylic paints or oils based on the provided color palette
Various brushes (flat, round, detail)
A canvas or painting surface
Palette for mixing colors
Easel or flat painting surface
Ruler for grid application (optional)

Preparation

Study the Image: Examine the source painting in your Paint-Your-Own Pack, focusing on the composition and color distribution.
Set Up Your Workspace: Ensure you have good lighting and all materials at hand. Attach your canvas to an easel.
Grid Method (Optional): Use the provided artist grid to outline the key elements on your canvas. Use a ruler to draw light grid lines if needed.

Sketching

Use the provided line drawing to outline the main elements on your canvas. Focus on positioning the buildings, boats, and horizon line accurately.
Lightly sketch using a pencil to avoid permanent marks.

Painting Process

Background and Sky: Start with the sky. Use a large flat brush to blend soft blues and purples, creating a gradient that mirrors the evening light.
Distant Hills: Mix darker shades of blue and subtly introduce them along the horizon to form the hills.
Buildings and Boats: Switch to a smaller brush and begin detailing the buildings and boats with warm tones of orange and soft pastel. Focus on creating contrast with the background.
Water Reflection: Use a combination of vertical and horizontal strokes to depict the water. Incorporate vibrant blues with hints of reflective yellows and oranges. Allow some colors to drip or blend for an abstract look.
Refining Details: Use a fine brush to add details to the buildings and boats. Highlight edges and shadows to give depth and dimension.
Final Touches: Adjust colors as needed to ensure balance. Use a clean brush to soften any harsh transitions, creating a cohesive flow.

Using the Color Wheel

Reference the color wheel in your pack to mix and match the required hues. This will assist in recreating the vibrant palette effectively.

Finishing Up

Allow the painting to dry completely before making any framing or varnish applications.
Step back and enjoy your completed work, taking pride in your careful replication of the beautiful Oban Harbour scene.

With patience and attention to detail, this step-by-step guide will help you achieve a rewarding painting experience.

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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

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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