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Name: Glen Esk - 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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Inspiring Description

Imagine the serene beauty of Glen Esk in Scotland, captured in a breathtaking painting. The scene is a vibrant exploration of color and light, depicting the tranquil river winding through the lush landscape. The rich autumnal hues of the hillsides blend effortlessly with the crisp blue of the river, creating a dynamic contrast. Tall grasses and whispering trees punctuate the scene, adding texture and depth, while the expansive sky above offers a soft counterbalance with its pale, wispy clouds. The painting’s impasto technique provides a tactile quality that draws the viewer in, inviting them to explore each brushstroke and color variation.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Acrylic paints or oils: Refer to the provided color palette.
Brushes: Various sizes including large flat, medium, and fine detail brushes.
Canvas: Prepped with a base layer (as included in your pack).
Palette knife (optional for texture).
Water (for acrylics) or linseed oil (for oils).

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings and optional grid versions in your PDF pack are designed to help you accurately capture the composition of the painting. Begin by lightly sketching the outlines onto your canvas using the line drawings as a reference. The grid can assist you in ensuring proportions and placement are correct. Match the grid sections in your pack with corresponding sections on your canvas.

Painting Steps

Sky and Background Hills:
- Start with a wash of light blue for the sky. Use a large flat brush for smooth coverage.
- Add soft white strokes for clouds using a swirling motion to blend slightly with the blue.
- Incorporate purples and deep blues for the distant hills, blending edges for a gentle gradient effect.
Middle Ground:
- Apply warm yellows and oranges to depict the autumnal hills. Use a medium brush, following the flow of the landscape for direction.
- Mix browns and greens for the trees and bushes, adding depth with darker shades for shadows.
Foreground and River:
- Use vibrant blues for the river, blending lighter blues and whites for highlights where the sunlight catches the water.
- The foreground grasses and vegetation should be painted with expressive strokes of red, orange, and brown. A palette knife can be used for a textured effect.
Finishing Touches:
- Refine details in trees and grasses with a fine brush.
- Enhance shadows and highlights to add depth to the landscape, ensuring a cohesive look.

As you paint, frequently refer back to the color wheel and completed source image to compare your work, ensuring accuracy in tone and composition. Remember to enjoy the process and let your personal touch bring Glen Esk to life on your canvas.

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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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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.

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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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