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Original painting of Glencoe
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
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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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The painting of Glencoe captures the essence of a serene sunset over the Scottish Highlands. The sky is alive with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and soft grays, reflecting over a tranquil water surface. The mountains on either side are enveloped in gentle shadowy tones of deep blue and gray, creating a sense of depth and majesty. The calm water below mirrors the vivid sky, providing a harmonious balance between the earth and heavens. The painting’s style is a dynamic blend of realism and impressionism, characterized by bold brush strokes and a rich, atmospheric color palette.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Step 1: Prepare Your Materials

  • Canvas or paper
  • Pencil or charcoal for sketching
  • Paints: Obtain the color palette provided in your pack, featuring shades of orange, pink, blue, gray, and white.
  • Brushes: Flat, round, and detail brushes for various strokes and effects.

Step 2: Using the Grid or Line Drawings

Your Paint-Your-Own Pack includes line drawings and an optional grid layout. Choose your preferred method:

  • Grid Method: Use the grid to accurately place and size the elements. Draw a corresponding grid on your canvas with light pencil marks, and transfer the outlines of the mountains, sky, and reflection.
  • Line Drawing Method: Lightly sketch the basic outlines from the provided line drawing onto your canvas. Focus on the horizon, mountain contours, and main cloud shapes.

Step 3: Painting the Sky

  1. Background Layer: Begin with the upper sky. Use broad strokes with a large brush to apply a mixture of pale pinks and oranges, blending them smoothly.
  2. Midtones: Add depth with layers of gray and blue, particularly around the clouds, using a lighter touch for blending.
  3. Detailing: With a smaller brush, introduce darker grays and more intense oranges to define cloud edges and add movement.

Step 4: Creating the Mountains

  1. Mix darker shades of blue and gray for the mountains. Start by blocking in the basic shapes with a flat brush.
  2. Add layers to create depth and emulate the natural shadowing of the landscape.
  3. Blend where the mountains meet the sky to achieve a natural transition.

Step 5: Painting the Water Reflection

  1. Reflect the sky’s colors into the water using horizontal brush strokes. Start with light pinks and oranges.
  2. Layer in grays and blues to mirror the mountains and shadows, creating a rippling effect.
  3. Soften edges with a clean brush or a blending tool for a realistic water appearance.

Step 6: Final Touches

  • Enhance highlights with a small brush, focusing on where the sun’s light might catch on the water and clouds.
  • Review the overall balance of colors and contrasts. Adjust as necessary for harmony and impact.
  • Allow the painting to dry thoroughly, reflecting the peaceful vibrancy of a Glencoe sunset.

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