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Painting - Ben Nevis - Scottish Munros
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Original painting of Ben Nevis
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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Painting Guidance

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The painting of Ben Nevis captures the majestic beauty of Scotland's highest peak. The composition is rich in contrast, with snow-capped peaks under a vivid blue sky. The mountain is dynamic, with vibrant shades of orange and red suggesting the play of sunlight on rugged terrain. The foreground features a serene river reflecting the kaleidoscope of colors from the landscape, adding depth and tranquility. The overall style combines bold, expressive brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement and vitality. The palette prominently features blues, oranges, and earthy tones, balancing warmth and coolness.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas or painting surface
  • Acrylic or oil paints (colors as per the color wheel)
  • Brush set (variety of sizes)
  • Palette knife (optional, for texture)
  • Water/medium for thinning paint
  • Easel
  • Palette
  • Line drawing/sketch from the Paint-Your-Own Pack
  • Artists grid (optional)

Preparation

  1. Setting Up: Secure your canvas on the easel and prepare your paints on the palette.
  2. Reference Material: Review the source painting image. Familiarize yourself with the color palette and sketches provided.
  3. Using the Line Drawing/Sketch: Transfer the line drawing onto your canvas using the included sketches. Utilize the grid version if you require assistance with composition accuracy.

Painting Process

  1. Background:
    • Begin with the sky by applying light blues and whites for a gradient effect, creating the impression of scattered clouds.
    • Use broad, sweeping strokes to emulate the airy feel of the sky.
  2. Mountains:
    • Layer dark blues and greys for the mountain bases.
    • Add the snow-capped peaks with crisp whites, allowing for soft transitions to blues for shadows.
    • Integrate oranges and reds on the sunlit areas of the mountain using confident, bold strokes.
  3. Foreground:
    • Paint the river with reflections by blending blues and whites lightly.
    • Use ochre, olive, and earthy greens to depict the grassy plains and rocks along the riverbanks.
    • Add accents of oranges sparingly to mimic scattered foliage or flowers.
  4. Final Touches:
    • Enhance the depth by reinforcing shadows and highlights using the contrast between dark and bright tones.
    • Adjust details using a smaller brush or palette knife for texture.

Finishing

Allow the painting to dry completely. Step back and evaluate your recreation, making any desired adjustments to balance the composition. Frame your finished piece, and enjoy your artistic achievement!

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