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Painting - Glen Tanar - Scotland in Summer
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Original painting of Glen Tanar
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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  1. Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
  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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Immerse yourself in the vibrant landscape of Glen Tanar, a stunning portrayal of nature's raw beauty captured in bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. This painting features an expansive sky that dances with swirling clouds above a dynamic terrain. The rich blue hues of the sky contrast with the lively greens, yellows, and earthy tones of the fields and river below. The expressive style invites viewers into a lively, almost abstract interpretation of the Scottish countryside. With an inspired blend of impressionism and abstraction, this artwork captures the essence of a serene yet invigorating natural scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas or painting surface
  • Acrylic paints (refer to the provided color wheel)
  • Brushes of various sizes
  • Palette knife
  • Water and mixing palette
  • Line drawing and/or grid overlay from your Paint-Your-Own Pack

Preparing Your Workspace

Begin by setting up your workspace. Ensure that you have all the necessary materials within reach. Position the line drawing or grid overlay on your canvas to guide your composition accurately. This foundational step helps ensure that proportions and placements match the source image.

Step 1: Sketching the Composition

  1. Use a light pencil or diluted paint to outline the major elements of the painting on your canvas, using the line drawing as a guide. Focus on the placement of the river, the horizon line, and clusters of trees.
  2. Refer to the grid, if used, to check your alignment and proportions.

Step 2: Painting the Sky

  1. Mix shades of blue and white to capture the dynamic sky. Start with a light wash and gradually layer darker blues using broad, sweeping brushstrokes to create depth.
  2. Use the palette knife to add texture to the clouds, applying thick paint to suggest movement and drama.

Step 3: Painting the Landscape

  1. Begin with the distant hills. Use muted greens and blues to establish depth. Blend softly to create a distant, misty effect.
  2. For the fields, layer vibrant yellows, greens, and earthy reds. Look to the color wheel to guide your choices for blending and contrast.
  3. Incorporate a mix of brush and palette knife techniques to emulate the texture and dynamism of the landscape.

Step 4: Detailing the River

  1. Apply a variety of blues, pinks, and whites to emulate the reflective nature of the river. Use fluid, flowing brushstrokes to suggest movement.
  2. Add highlights with a palette knife to give the water a shimmering effect. Capture the interplay of light and reflections on the surface.

Step 5: Final Touches

  1. Reassess the overall balance of the painting. Add smaller details such as additional highlights or shadows to enhance depth.
  2. Consider stepping back frequently to view the painting as a whole, ensuring coherence and harmony across the composition.

Using the Color Palette and Grid

Utilize the provided color wheel to maintain consistency in your color choices. The grid, if applied, serves as a critical tool for maintaining spatial accuracy. As you work through each step, refer back to these resources offered in your Paint-Your-Own Pack to guide your artistic process and achieve a faithful recreation of the original Glen Tanar painting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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