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Name: Elie - 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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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

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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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Welcome to the vibrant world of Elie in Scotland, a tranquil coastal village beautifully captured in this painting. The serene composition features traditional whitewashed cottages with slate roofs, clustered together against the backdrop of a clear sky. Earthy tones dominate the scene, utilizing a muted color palette of whites, greys, and soft ochres, sparking a sense of calm and nostalgia. The subtle reflections in the water add to the painting's depth and tranquility, making it a perfect addition to any art enthusiast’s collection. Known for its compelling balance of realism and abstraction, this painting invites you to experience the quiet beauty of Scotland’s coastline.

Painting Guide

Preparation

Gather Your Materials: Ensure you have all the supplies from your Paint-Your-Own Pack, including the source painting image, line drawings, and sketches, along with brushes, paints, and your canvas.
Review the Colour Wheel: Familiarize yourself with the color palette provided. Note the most used colors to prepare your paints accordingly.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

Line Drawings: Use these as a guideline to sketch out the main structures and features of the painting, focusing on accuracy in placement.
Grid Technique: If you choose the grid version, begin by drawing a faint grid on your canvas and use it to ensure the proportions and perspective match the source image.

Step-by-Step Painting Instructions

Background:
- Start by painting the sky with an off-white or very light grey, filling the upper part of the canvas smoothly. Use broad strokes to keep the background soft and blend where necessary.
Buildings:
- Mix a range of whites, greys, and muted browns. Paint the whitewashed walls, leaving room for the roofs.
- Add shading under the eaves and around the windows for depth using darker greys.
- Paint the rooftops with a mix of grey and soft black, noticing the variation in tone to suggest shadow and light.
Chimney Details:
- Use a muted red or orange for the rooftops and chimneys to add a touch of brightness, keeping the edges sharp for contrast.
Water Reflection:
- Using horizontal brush strokes, apply lighter tones of grey and beige below the buildings to capture their reflections.
- Blend in softer browns and blacks to suggest ripples and depth.
Final Touches:
- Add small, fine details like windows and doors. Use a fine brush for precision, ensuring the shapes are consistent with your line drawing.
- Step back and assess the overall balance of the painting. Adjust tonal values and add highlights where needed to enhance realism.

Enjoy the process, and don’t rush. Allow your painting to gradually reveal the serene beauty of Elie, immersing yourself in each brushstroke.

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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.

5. Copyright and Intellectual Property

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.

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