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Painting - Glen Tanar - Scottish Glens
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Original painting of Glen Tanar
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Tonal version
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Painting with grid
Painting + Grid
Line drawing
Line Drawing
Line drawing with grid
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Sepia sketch
Sepia Sketch
Sepia sketch with grid
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Sketch
Sketch with grid
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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.
  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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Glen Tanar, a verdant valley nestled in Scotland, is beautifully captured in this painting. The landscape unfolds with rich textures and vibrant colors that convey a sense of calm and grandeur. The artwork features a tapestry of lush greens and warm yellows, contrasted by deep blues and rustic ochres. A meandering river draws the eye through the scene, reflecting the sky's soft grays and whites, while the distant mountains stand majestically under moody clouds. The painting employs a loose, impressionistic style that captures the essence of the landscape with bold brushstrokes and evocative color harmony.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed:

  • Acrylic or oil paints in the colors indicated on the color wheel.
  • Brushes: Flat, Filbert, and Detail brushes.
  • Canvas or painting surface.
  • Palette for mixing colors.
  • Water or solvent (depending on the chosen medium).
  • Rag or paper towel.

Preparation:

  1. Set Up Your Workspace: Ensure you have good lighting and all materials within easy reach.
  2. Review the Source Image: Study the painting included in your Paint-Your-Own Pack to familiarize yourself with the composition and colors.
  3. Use the Grid or Line Drawing: If you prefer, transfer the grid or line drawing to your canvas to outline key elements.

Painting Process:

  1. Background and Sky:
    • Mix shades of white and grey with touches of blue to capture the sky.
    • Use a flat brush to apply broad, sweeping strokes for the clouds, blending smoothly to imply motion and depth.
  2. Distant Mountains and Forests:
    • Use darker blue and green tones for the mountains, applying with a filbert brush for soft edges.
    • Add depth by layering lighter and darker shades to suggest foliage and shadow.
  3. Midground Fields:
    • Mix various greens, adding yellows for sunlit areas and blues for shaded patches.
    • Apply with a flat brush in horizontal strokes to create a flat plane of fields.
  4. River:
    • Begin with a base of muted blue and white for water reflections.
    • Use a detail brush to add swirls of color, reflecting the surrounding riparian elements.
  5. Foreground and Trees:
    • Paint trees using deep greens and browns, highlighted with ochre and yellow for sunlight peeking through.
    • Add texture by dabbing with a filbert brush, creating a sense of foliage and depth.
  6. Final Details:
    • Use a detail brush to refine the white buildings, adding small touches that capture light and shadow.
    • Enhance depth by reinforcing shadows and highlights throughout the scene.

Finishing Touches:

  • Step Back: Periodically step back from your painting to assess the overall composition and balance.
  • Adjustments: Make any color adjustments needed to match the original's vibrant palette.
  • Sign Your Work: Once satisfied, add your signature in a corner using a detail brush.

By following these detailed steps and utilizing the Paint-Your-Own Pack's resources, you'll recreate the serene beauty of Glen Tanar with confidence and creativity.

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