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Name: Cromarty Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - Cromarty Harbour - Scottish Harbours

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Sketches, drawings, grid and colour palettes...

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Tonal (B&W)

Painting + Grid

Line Drawing

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Sepia Sketch

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Sketch

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Colour Palette

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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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The painting of Cromarty Harbour captures the serene beauty of a peaceful Scottish bay, highlighted by the vibrant colors and dynamic skies characteristic of impressionistic artistry. The central focus is a rustic fishing boat, its hull painted in bold reds and earthy browns, calmly anchored in the shimmering, reflective waters. In the background, quaint cottages with warm, inviting hues contrast the dramatic, sweeping sky, painted in deep blues and grays, suggesting an impending change in weather. The overall composition is a skillful interplay of light and shadow, capturing the tranquil yet powerful atmosphere of the harbor scene.

Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Acrylic paints in following colors: primary red, ultramarine blue, yellow ochre, titanium white, burnt sienna, and Payne's gray
Brushes: flat, round, and detail brushes of varying sizes
Canvas
Palette
Water container
Paper towel

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Your Workspace:
- Set up the canvas on your easel or a flat surface.
- Arrange your paints and brushes for easy access.
- Ensure good lighting in your workspace.
Initial Sketch:
- Use the included line drawing to sketch the basic outline of the painting onto your canvas. This will help with accurate placement of the main elements such as the boat, waterline, and houses.
- For greater precision, utilize the optional artist's grid version in the PDF pack.
Background and Sky:
- Mix ultramarine blue with a touch of Payne's gray to create the deep sky color. Using a flat brush, apply broad strokes to cover the upper sky area.
- Introduce hints of titanium white to add cloud texture, blending to achieve a natural look.
- For the horizon, transition to lighter blues mixed with a bit of yellow ochre to suggest distant land and reflections.
Middle Ground - Harbour and Cottages:
- Paint the cottages with a warm blend of yellow ochre and burnt sienna for the walls, and use bright pigments for rooftops to contrast with the moody sky.
- Use a smaller brush for finer details such as windows and doors.
Foreground - The Boat:
- Focus on the boat's vibrant hull with primary red mixed with a bit of burnt sienna to capture the rich tone.
- Use a detail brush for the ropes and smaller elements on the boat, maintaining clear lines and texture.
Water Reflections:
- For the water's reflective surface, use a combination of sky colors, blending smoothly to suggest movement.
- Add streaks of darker colors underneath the boat to imply depth and reflection.
Final Touches:
- Revisit areas where shadows and highlights can add more definition.
- Ensure all elements are aesthetically balanced and harmonious.

Use the color wheel provided in your PDF pack to adjust and fine-tune the colors until you're satisfied with the vibrancy and accuracy of your painting. Enjoy the process of bringing a piece of Cromarty Harbour to life!

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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.

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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.

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You Can:

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

You Cannot:

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