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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 with grid
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Colour wheel / palette
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How It Works

  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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Inspiring Description of the Painting

This vibrant depiction of Ben Nevis captures the essence of nature’s grandeur with a stunning interplay of colors and textures. The bold strokes of red and orange cascade down the mountain's slopes, contrasting with the cooler blues and lush greens in the foreground. The painting's abstract style creates a sense of movement and energy, as if the peaks are alive and the landscape is breathing. The color palette is dynamic and expressive, emphasizing the natural beauty and dramatic landscape of Scotland's highest peak.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas or thick art paper
  • Acrylic paints (colors listed in your color palette)
  • Brushes (varied sizes: flat, round, and detail)
  • Palette or mixing tray
  • Water cup for rinsing brushes
  • Rag or paper towels

Getting Started

  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Ensure you have ample lighting and a clean workspace. Arrange your brushes and paints within easy reach.
  2. Study the Source Image: Take a moment to study the source painting included in your Paint-Your-Own Pack. Notice the composition, colors, and brushwork style.
  3. Canvas Setup: Secure your canvas to a painting easel or flat surface.

Using Line Drawings and Grids

  1. Line Drawing: Use the provided line drawing sheet to sketch the basic outline of Ben Nevis on your canvas. This will serve as a guide for accurate placement of the mountain and foreground elements.
  2. Grid Method: If you opted for the grid version, lightly draw a grid on your canvas in pencil. Correspond the grid squares to the source image to capture proportions more accurately.

Painting Process

  1. Background: Start with the sky. Use a wide brush to apply light blues and whites, blending softly to create a subtle gradient.
  2. Midground: Move to the mountain. Use bold, sweeping strokes of red, pink, and orange to capture the vibrant energy of the peaks. Refer to the provided color wheel for mixing the right shades.
  3. Foreground: Apply lush greens and yellows for the landscape at the base of the mountain. Use horizontal strokes to suggest fields and rivers.
  4. Details: Add details with smaller brushes. Emphasize shadows and highlights on the mountain with deeper blues and blacks. Add texture by layering paints for areas of interest.
  5. Finishing Touches: Use a fine brush for any final details, such as outlining peaks or enhancing contrast where needed.

Refining and Completing

  1. Review: Step back from your painting periodically to assess your progress and make adjustments.
  2. Final Adjustments: Once you’re satisfied, add any final touches. Consider the balance of warm and cool tones in your composition.
  3. Signature: Sign your artwork in a discreet corner to complete your painting.

Optional Tips

  • Texture: Experiment with palette knives to add texture to the mountain areas.
  • Layering: Let each layer of paint dry before adding new elements to achieve depth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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