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Name: Orkney - 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

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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The painting captures the breathtaking cliffs of Orkney, Scotland, with dramatic skies and vibrant coastal landscapes. It is a vivid display of nature's raw beauty, featuring bold strokes and contrasting colors. The cliffside dominates the composition, its dark and rugged facade set against a serene, sweeping sky. Vivid hues of blue and green mix seamlessly with the earth tones of the rocky ground, while flashes of orange and red depict the vibrant flora hugging the cliff edges. The movement in the clouds is almost palpable, reflecting the ever-changing weather of this striking locale.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Preparing Your Workspace

Clear a clean workspace and gather your materials.
Ensure you have the Paint-Your-Own Pack ready - included line drawings, sketches, and optional artist grid versions will assist you.
Set up your canvas and apply a thin layer of gesso to prepare the surface.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

Line Drawings: Begin by lightly sketching over the provided line drawing. This will serve as the primary guide for your painting.

Grid: If you're using the grid, align it carefully over your canvas to accurately map out the composition. Use the grid to ensure proportional accuracy following the source image.

Painting the Sky

Base Color: Mix light blues and grays for the sky. Use smooth, horizontal brush strokes to apply these colors, starting from the top and working down.
Clouds: Add white and varying shades of gray to depict the dynamic clouds. Use swift, swirling motions to capture the sense of movement.

Creating the Sea

Mix dark blue and a hint of green, using bold, horizontal strokes to create depth in the ocean.
Add lighter tones at the wave tips for a foamy appearance, blending subtly into the base color.

Painting the Cliffs

Base Layers: Start with dark browns and blacks for the cliff's base, laying down bold strokes to capture ruggedness.
Highlights: Use lighter browns and reds to highlight the cliff's contours and sunlit areas. Apply this color in the direction of the rock's natural lines.

Adding the Foreground

Incorporate earthy greens and yellows at the cliff's top edge and foreground for grass and plants.
Introduce red and orange splashes at the base to represent wildflowers. Use thick, textured strokes for a lush look.

Final Touches

Details: Refine edges and add small details to rocks and foliage to enhance realism.
Texture: Experiment with a palette knife or thicker brush strokes to add texture and movement, particularly in the sea and clouds.
Review: Step back and view your painting as a whole, making any final adjustments to tone and balance as needed.

By following these steps, you'll create a vivid and expressive recreation of Orkney's dramatic landscape, capturing the essence of this stunning Scottish location.

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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.

8. Changes to These Terms

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