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Name: Coldingham Bay - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - Coldingham Bay - Scottish Beaches

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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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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.
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See The Transformation

Drag the handle left or right to compare the line drawing with the original painting.

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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The painting of Coldingham Bay captures the serene beauty of a coastal sunset on the shores of Scotland. The vibrant sky blends hues of orange, pink, and blue, casting a warm glow over the landscape. The sun dips near the horizon, its reflected light dancing across the gentle waves. Rocky cliffs frame one side of the bay, while a stretch of sandy beach beckons in the foreground. The rich blues and cool tones of the water contrast with the warm earth and sky, illustrating a harmonious balance. This landscape piece combines expressive brushwork with a vivid color palette, capturing nature’s tranquility and dynamic energy.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Paint-Your-Own Pack (PDF with source painting, line drawings, sketches, and grid options)
Acrylic paints or oil paints
Brushes in various sizes
Canvas or painting paper
Palette for mixing colors
Water for acrylic or medium for oil paints
Pencil and eraser (optional, for initial sketching)

Preparation

Start by reviewing the materials in your Paint-Your-Own Pack. Familiarize yourself with the color wheel and palette provided. Choose your preferred canvas size, ensuring it matches your line drawing or grid.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings guide the placement of major elements. Use the grid version for accurate composition. Lightly sketch the drawing onto your canvas with a pencil. If using the grid, align your canvas grid with the image grid to transfer shapes accurately.

Painting Steps

Background: Begin with the sky. Mix shades of orange, pink, and light blue. Use broad, expressive strokes to layer the colors, focusing on the transition of hues from the horizon upward.
Sun and Reflections: Paint the setting sun with a bright yellow-white, allowing it to blend slightly into the sky. Add the sun’s light reflections on the water below using similar colors, applying more intensity near the sun.
Cliffs: Utilize earth tones like browns and deep greens for the rocky cliffs and greens for the grassy areas above. Use a flat brush to suggest textures and shadows.
Water: For the sea, blend darker blues and greens. Apply sweeping, curved strokes to mimic the waves, incorporating lighter hues for highlights and wave crests, capturing movement.
Foreground Beach: Paint the sand with light yellows and tans. Use gentle, horizontal brush strokes to indicate the flatness of the beach.
Final Details: Add details like small rocks, distant buildings, and enhance contrast where needed. Adjust colors as necessary to achieve balance.
Reflection and Touch-Ups: Step back to view the painting as a whole. Make any final adjustments to color, contrast, or detail work for a cohesive finish.

Finishing Touches

Allow the painting to dry completely. Optionally, apply a clear varnish to protect the artwork and enhance its vibrancy for long-term display.

Enjoy your stunning recreation of Coldingham Bay, celebrating the peaceful beauty of Scotland’s landscapes!

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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.

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