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Painting - Shetland - Scottish Islands
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Original painting of Shetland
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
Sepia + Grid
Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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Sketch with grid
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Painting

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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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The painting captures the breathtaking beauty of Shetland, Scotland, with its sweeping cliffs and dynamic coastline. Rich, vibrant blues of the sea blend seamlessly with the lush greens of the rolling hills. The painting conveys a sense of depth and movement, with the sea's waves crashing against the rugged cliffs. The use of bold brushstrokes and a vivid color palette showcases a dramatic and lively interpretation of this stunning landscape. This guide will help you recreate this captivating scene using your Paint-Your-Own Pack.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas or preferred painting surface
  • Brushes (variety of sizes: small detail, medium flat, large for background)
  • Paints (refer to the color wheel in your PDF pack)
  • Palette for mixing colors
  • Cup for water (if using watercolor or acrylic)
  • Paper towels or cloth

1. Prepare Your Canvas

Set up your workspace with your canvas and materials. Tape the line drawing onto a lightbox or against a window, and lightly trace the main outlines onto your canvas to guide composition.

2. Establish the Background

  1. Mix a base color for the sky using light blues and whites.
  2. Using a large flat brush, paint the sky across the upper portion of your canvas.
  3. Add depth with darker blues near the top edges, blending smoothly.

3. Paint the Sea

  1. Use your color wheel to select a range of deep blues and turquoise for the sea.
  2. Apply these colors in broad, horizontal strokes to create a sense of movement.
  3. Introduce variations with lighter blues and whites for the waves and reflections.

4. Create the Cliffs

  1. Switch to a medium flat brush and mix earth tones with darker greens.
  2. Paint the cliff faces using bold, angular strokes to capture their rugged texture.
  3. Add depth and shadow with darker browns and nearly blacks.

5. Add the Greenery

  1. Transition to brighter greens for the grassy areas on top of the cliffs.
  2. Use smaller brushes to depict the grasses with varied strokes.
  3. Incorporate hints of other colors from the palette for flowers and mosses.

6. Final Details

  1. Using your smallest brush, layer in fine details like wave highlights and cliff edges.
  2. Refine the color transitions where sea meets land to enhance realism.
  3. Step back frequently to assess the balance and adjust as needed.

7. Review and Refine

Take a moment to review your painting. Use a small brush to make any final adjustments, ensuring that colors and brushwork align closely with the original or your creative interpretations.

Using Line Drawings and Grid

Your PDF pack includes detailed line drawings and grid versions that can guide your layout. Use the grid to align key elements proportionally on your canvas, ensuring accuracy in your recreation.

Enjoy the process and let your own unique style shine through as you capture the essence of Shetland in Scotland.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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