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Painting - Tayvallich Harbour - Scottish Harbours
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Original painting of Tayvallich Harbour
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
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Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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  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!
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Painting Guidance

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Tayvallich Harbour, nestled in the serene coastal landscape of Scotland, offers a breathtaking scene where vivid colors and dramatic contrasts bring the image to life. The painting captures a mesmerizing sunset, with the sun dipping behind gentle hills, casting vibrant reflections across the tranquil water. The sky is alight with shades of orange, pink, and blue, while the harbor is dotted with small boats that add depth and intrigue. The artistic style combines expressive brushstrokes with vibrant hues, creating an atmosphere that is both peaceful and dynamic. The dominant colors include deep blues, radiant oranges, and warm yellows, harmonized to evoke a sense of place and time.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Acrylic paints: Blue, orange, pink, yellow, white, black
  • Canvas or painting paper (16x20 inches recommended)
  • Brushes: Flat, round, and detail brushes
  • Palette
  • Water container
  • Rag or paper towel

Preparation

Before you begin, set up your workspace with all materials within easy reach. Ensure the source painting image and the line drawings from your Paint-Your-Own Pack are visible for reference.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings in your pack outline the key features of Tayvallich Harbour, allowing you to accurately place elements. If using the grid version, start by lightly sketching the grid on your canvas to maintain proportions and composition.

Step 1: Outline the Composition

  1. Using a light pencil, trace the major outlines from the line drawing onto your canvas.
  2. Identify the horizon line and the main shapes: the contours of the hills, water, and outlines of the boats.

Step 2: Paint the Sky and Background

  1. Mix light blue and a touch of white for the sky. Use a flat brush to apply it above the horizon.
  2. Blend in shades of orange and pink to depict the sunset, starting at the horizon and moving upward.
  3. Use long, sweeping strokes to create fluid transitions between colors.

Step 3: Create the Hills and Horizon

  1. Mix dark blue with a touch of black for the hills. Use a flat brush to apply along the horizon line.
  2. Vary the brush pressure to add texture and dimension, mimicking the rugged landscape.

Step 4: Design the Water and Reflections

  1. Use deep blue mixed with a little black for the water base.
  2. Add orange and yellow to simulate the reflected sunset, focusing these highlights near the center.
  3. Mimic the rippling effect by layering wavy, horizontal brushstrokes and blending edges.

Step 5: Detail the Boats and Foreground

  1. Paint the boats using a round brush. Start with a dark base, and gradually add white and orange for details and highlights.
  2. Focus on the distinct boat shapes and add the mast using a detail brush.

Step 6: Final Touches

  1. Review the painting, adding small details like highlights on the water and boats.
  2. Adjust color intensity and blending to match the original atmosphere as closely as possible.
  3. Allow the painting to dry completely before displaying.

By following these steps and utilizing the materials in your Paint-Your-Own Pack, you can recreate the enchanting beauty of Tayvallich Harbour with confidence and creativity. Enjoy the process of bringing this captivating scene to life!

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