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Name: Glen Esk - 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

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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Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Glen Esk, where nature's vibrant palette meets the gentle curves of the Scottish landscape. This painting captures the essence of a tranquil valley with its sweeping hills and sparkling river. Rich emerald greens and autumnal oranges blend with soft blues of the sky and water, creating a harmonious symphony of color and texture. The interplay of light and shadow across the hills and riverbanks adds depth and realism, while the bold brushwork and dynamic composition bring the landscape to life. An atmospheric mist envelops the distant mountains, adding a layer of mystery and allure.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or canvas board
Acrylic or oil paints (colors as per the provided color wheel)
Brushes of various sizes (flat, round, and detail brushes)
Palette for mixing colors
Water container (for acrylics) or medium (for oils)
Cloth or paper towels

Before You Start

Take a moment to study the source image, line drawings, sketches, and grid files in your Paint-Your-Own Pack. Familiarize yourself with the composition, noting key elements such as the river's flow, the color transitions, and the positioning of the hills and trees.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings provide a simplified outline of the painting, which can be traced onto your canvas to guide your composition. The grid version assists in achieving accurate proportions and placements of key features.

Preparing the Canvas:
- Lightly sketch the outlines from the line drawing onto your canvas using a pencil.
- Alternatively, use the grid to ensure accurate placement by drawing a corresponding grid on your canvas and sketching each section.
Blocking in Base Colors:
- Begin with large flat brushes to cover major sections with base colors: blues and whites for the sky, greens for the foreground, oranges for the hills, and blues and whites for the river.
- Focus on covering the canvas and establishing the general color scheme and tonal variations.
Painting the Sky and Mountains:
- Using a mix of blues and whites, work on the sky with broad, horizontal strokes to capture its expanse.
- Introduce lighter colors in the distance to suggest mist and atmosphere around the mountains.
Developing the River and Foreground:
- Switch to a medium brush and use smooth, flowing strokes to detail the river, blending lighter shades towards the center to simulate light reflection.
- Incorporate variations of green and orange to build texture in the foreground grass and earth.
Adding Details:
- Use smaller brushes for detail work on rocks and trees, employing darker tones to create shadows and structure.
- Add reflections and highlights on the river with light dabs of white mixed with blue.
Final Touches:
- Step back and assess your painting. Add subtle touches of color or contrast where needed.
- Ensure smooth transitions between colors and refine edges, especially where different elements meet.

Finishing Up

Once the painting is complete, allow it to dry thoroughly. Varnish if desired to enhance the colors and protect the surface. Display your rendition of Glen Esk proudly!

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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

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