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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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Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Oban Harbour, where the warm hues of the setting sun blend seamlessly into the calm waters below. This painting captures the serene atmosphere of a coastal town, with quaint houses lining the shore and sailboats gently mirrored in the water. The sky is a symphony of soft pastels, with vibrant orange and yellow tones that reflect a peaceful evening. This artwork brilliantly uses a harmonious color palette, rich in blues, pinks, and yellows, which elegantly portrays the natural beauty and tranquility of the Scottish coastline.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or acrylic paper
Acrylic paints (colors as per the provided color wheel)
Variety of brushes (flat, round, and detail)
Palette knife
Pencil or charcoal (for sketching)
Palette for mixing colors
Water container and cloth for cleaning brushes

Preparation

Set up your workspace with good lighting and all your materials within reach.
Review the line drawings and optional grid included in the Paint-Your-Own Pack to familiarize yourself with the composition and elements of the painting.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings will guide your initial sketch for accurate composition. Use the optional grid to ensure proportional accuracy and placement of key elements.

Create a light sketch on the canvas using the line drawing as a reference. Start by outlining the horizon, buildings, and boats, ensuring correct proportions with the grid if needed.

Painting Process

Background (Sky and Mountains):
- Begin with a large flat brush to lay down the sky. Mix soft pinks and oranges to create the sunset effect, blending smoothly across the canvas.
- Add the distant mountains with gentle strokes of lavender and gray, paying attention to the depth created by the fading light.
Foreground (Water and Reflection):
- Using the palette knife, apply a mix of blue and yellow to mimic the water's surface. Use horizontal strokes to suggest calm, reflective water.
- Add reflections of the sky and boats by dragging lighter colors vertically through the water.
Buildings and Boats:
- Switch to a detail brush for the houses, using warm creams and muted reds to capture the late sunlight hitting the walls.
- Paint the boats with darker tones to stand out against the reflective water, adding highlights for dimension.

Final Touches

Add finer details like tree outlines or windows on the buildings with a fine brush.
Refine edges and blend colors where necessary to ensure a cohesive look.
Step back and review the painting for balance and harmony.

Completion

Allow the painting to dry completely before displaying. Celebrate your artistic achievement and enjoy the coastal charm of Oban Harbour encapsulated in your recreated masterpiece.

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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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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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