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Name: Portree - 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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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.

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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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Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
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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 vibrant painting captures the enchanting charm of Portree, a quaint harbor town on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The artwork features a dreamy abstraction of colorful buildings nestled along the waterfront, their reflections dancing softly on the calm water. A lone figure stands peacefully by the shore, adding a sense of solitude and contemplation. The color palette is a vivid mix of pastels and bold colors, including soft pinks, blues, and warm yellows, evoking a sense of whimsy and tranquility. The artistic style combines loose brushwork with distinct outlines, creating a modern, impressionistic feel.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or paper
Acrylic paints in the provided color palette
Brushes in various sizes (large flat, medium round, small detail)
Pencil
Palette for mixing colors
Optional: Painter's tape, grid overlay from the PDF pack

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The included line drawings can be transferred to your canvas to ensure accurate proportions. If using the grid, lightly sketch the grid on your canvas to correspond with the one in the PDF pack. This will help maintain composition accuracy and aid in placing key elements.

Painting Instructions

Background Wash:
- Begin by applying a thin wash of light blue across the upper third of the canvas for the sky. Use a large flat brush for smooth coverage. Allow this to dry.
Sketch Main Elements:
- Lightly sketch the main outlines of the shoreline, buildings, and human figure using the line drawing as your guide. Use the grid for precise placement.
Base Colors for Buildings:
- Using medium round brushes, fill in the buildings with base colors from the color palette. Use a different color for each building to create the vibrant effect.
- Allow the colors to mix slightly at the edges to enhance the dreamy abstraction.
Reflections in Water:
- Mix the building colors with white to create lighter shades for the reflections.
- Use horizontal strokes with a medium brush to mimic water ripples.
Define Edges and Details:
- Use a small detail brush to outline the buildings softly, enhancing the distinct and playful look.
- Add minimal window details and the figure’s silhouette in black for contrast.
Enhance Water and Foreground:
- Add deeper blue tones at the water's edge for depth and mix pastel shades for the foreground to create a sense of texture and movement.
- Incorporate subtle hints of green and yellow to mimic natural reflections.
Final Touches:
- Review your painting for balance and harmony. Make adjustments to color intensity and blending as needed.
- Let the painting dry completely and remove any grid lines if visible.

Enjoy the process of bringing this idyllic scene of Portree to life, capturing the serene beauty of this charming Scottish town.

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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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