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Original painting of Calgary Bay
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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  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.
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The painting of Calgary Bay in Scotland captures the serene beauty of a coastal sunset. The sky is a vibrant blend of purples, oranges, and pinks as the sun sets behind majestic cliffs, casting a warm glow over the water. The rocky shoreline is subtly textured in earth tones, beautifully reflecting the dynamic sky above. The overall artistic style is impressionistic, with bold, fluid brushstrokes creating a sense of movement and natural splendor. The color palette is dominated by fiery sunset hues contrasted with cool blues and earthy browns, evoking a sense of tranquility and awe.

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Preparation

  • Print the line drawing from your Paint-Your-Own Pack to transfer the composition onto your canvas.
  • Use the optional artist's grid version if you prefer aligning elements more accurately.
  • Lay out your color palette following the provided color wheel. Organize your paints for easy access.

Step 1: Sky and Sun

  1. Background wash: Start with a light wash of purple at the top of the sky, blending smoothly into orange and pink as you approach the horizon.
  2. Sun: Use a bright yellow and white mix to paint the setting sun, ensuring it remains the focal point. Blend gently into the surrounding sky colors.
  3. Clouds: Add bold, sweeping brushstrokes with magenta and deep purple for the clouds, accentuating the dynamic sky.

Step 2: Cliffs

  1. Base layer: Paint the distant cliffs in dark, earthy browns and blues. Use the line drawings to keep their form accurate.
  2. Texture and detail: Add lighter browns and hints of orange where the sun reflects on the rock face to create depth.

Step 3: Water

  1. Reflective base: Paint the water nearest the horizon a reflection of the sky colors—pale blues and oranges.
  2. Shadows and highlights: Add darker blues and purples for shadowed areas in the foreground waters, and use lighter strokes of white to indicate sunlit ripples.

Step 4: Shoreline

  1. Base rocks: Use a mix of greys and browns to shape the rocky foreground. Reference the line drawing to maintain structure.
  2. Details and texture: Incorporate highlights of orange and lighter greys for contouring and texture to replicate natural rock formations.

Step 5: Final Touches

  • Refinements: Revisit each section, smoothing transitions between colors and sharpening key details for clarity and realism.
  • Details: Add any final details like grasses or additional rock texture using thin brushes and varying colors as needed.

Enjoy the process and let your creative interpretation of Calgary Bay bring this stunning coastal landscape to life!

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