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Name: Shetland - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

Original

Tonal (B&W)

Painting + Grid

Line Drawing

Line + Grid

Sepia Sketch

Sepia + Grid

Sketch

Sketch + Grid

Colour Palette

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Why You’ll Love Our Packs

Stress-Free Learning

Start with outlines—no blank-canvas anxiety.
Artist grid guides ensure perfect proportions.
Use colour/tonal references to learn step by step.

Build Confidence, Fast

See clear progress from your first brushstroke.
Structured references remove guesswork.
Hone skills at your own pace, without pressure.

Pure Relaxation

Painting reduces stress and helps you unwind.
Focus on painting, not the challenge of drawing.
A therapeutic break from everyday distractions.

Own Your Artwork, 100%

Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
Say, “Yes, I painted that!” when friends compliment it.

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See The Transformation

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How It Works

Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
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.
Start Your Sketch / Tracing: Transfer or trace the line drawing onto your canvas/paper. Use grid lines if you want perfect proportions.
Paint the Picture: Follow our tonal references, colour palette, or experiment freely. Enjoy a stress-free painting session!
Showcase or Monetise Your Artwork: Gift it, hang it on your wall, or even sell it—we grant you the freedom to profit.

Painting Guidance

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Inspiring Description

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Shetland, Scotland, captured in this vibrant, expressive painting. The artwork depicts a rugged coastal scene, where a white lighthouse stands resilient on dramatic cliffs, overlooking the turbulent blue sea. The vivid greens and yellows of the grassy cliffs contrast wonderfully with the deep blues and whites of the ocean waves. With broad, energetic brushstrokes and a dynamic color palette, this painting captures the raw, untamed beauty of Shetland’s coastline, evoking a sense of adventure and admiration for nature’s power.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

Start by selecting either the provided line drawings or the grid version to assist with composition accuracy. The line drawings offer a simplified sketch of the scene, while the grid helps maintain proportion and perspective. Print your preferred guide and lightly sketch it onto your canvas with a pencil.

1. Preparing Your Materials

Canvas or painting paper
Set of acrylic or oil paints matching the color palette
Brushes of various sizes (flat, round, fine detail)
Palette for mixing colors
Water cup (for acrylic) or solvent (for oil)
Paper towels or a cloth

2. Painting the Sky

Mix your base sky color: Using the color wheel, combine light blue with a touch of white.
Apply broad brushstrokes: Use a flat brush to paint the sky, moving from left to right, creating dynamic clouds by adding more white.
Add depth: Include darker shades of blue near the top edges to add depth to the sky.

3. Creating the Sea

Base layer: Mix a deep blue for the sea and apply with broad, sweeping strokes.
Wave details: Use white to add highlights and create wave patterns across the ocean with a fine detail brush.
Shadow and texture: Introduce darker blues and hints of black to add shadow and texture to the waves.

4. Painting the Cliffs

Base colors: Start with shades of green and yellow for the grassy areas, using a medium brush.
Add texture and depth: Incorporate darker greens and browns to create shadows and define the rocky cliff edges.
Details: Use a smaller brush to add fine details like pathways and variations in the grass.

5. Detailing the Lighthouse and Buildings

Base color: Use white for the lighthouse and buildings, outlining them first.
Shadows and highlights: Add greys to create dimension and shadow on the lighthouse structure.
Roof and windows: Paint the roof and window details using darker shades like black or deep gray.

6. Final Touches

Review and adjust: Step back and assess your painting, adjusting colors or details as needed.
Enhance definition: Use a fine brush to enhance any outlines or add final touches for greater definition.
Seal your work: Once dry, consider applying a protective varnish to preserve your painting.

Congratulations! You've recreated the stunning landscape of Shetland, capturing its natural beauty and dynamic seascape with your own artistic touch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Right after checkout, you’ll get an instant download link and an email with a secure link to use for the next 72 hours.

Absolutely. We provide sketches, line drawings, grids, and colour guidance, so even first-timers can paint with confidence. No drawing experience required.

Basic paints (acrylic, oil, or watercolour), brushes, and a canvas/paper. You can even use crayons or pencils if you like—our references adapt to any medium.

Yes! We remove our copyright from our references, so you own your final artwork completely. You can sell it, gift it, or display it in exhibitions.

If you’re not satisfied, contact us within 14 days. We’ll work with you to ensure you love your painting experience.

1. Introduction

Welcome to diy.scotlandpaintings.com! These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for purchasing and using our Paint-it-Yourself packs. By purchasing a pack, you agree to these terms.

2. Product Description

Our Paint-it-Yourself packs contain a PDF file that includes a painting, sketches, line drawings, and a colour palette. The pack is provided as a digital download upon purchase.

3. Payment and Access

Payment is processed securely via our website.
Once your payment is confirmed, you will receive instant access to download your PDF.
An email will also be sent to you with a download link.
You can download the PDF a maximum of three (3) times.
Your access to the file will expire after 72 hours from the time of purchase.

4. Usage Rights

When you purchase a Paint-it-Yourself pack, you receive a personal, non-transferable licence to use the PDF for your own painting.

You Can:

Use the PDF to create your own physical painting.
Sell or gift the physical painting you create.

You Cannot:

Sell, share, or distribute the PDF file in any form.
Sell prints or reproductions of the painting you create.
Use the image, sketches, or line drawings for commercial purposes such as book covers, advertising, or publication.
Grant usage rights to any third party for any purpose other than personal enjoyment.

5. Copyright and Intellectual Property

All artwork and content in the Paint-it-Yourself packs remain the intellectual property of ScotlandPaintings.com. By purchasing a pack, you do not acquire any copyright ownership of the original painting or digital content.

6. Refund Policy

Due to the digital nature of the product, all sales are final, and we do not offer refunds. If you experience any issues with your download, please contact us for support.

7. Liability

We are not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from the use of our Paint-it-Yourself packs. Ensure you download and store your files securely within the provided access period.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

9. Contact Us

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