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Name: River Dee - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - River Dee - Scotland in Summer

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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.

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

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

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No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
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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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The painting of River Dee in Scotland captures the serene beauty of the Scottish landscape through a vibrant interplay of colors and abstract forms. This artwork features a winding river flowing through lush fields in a kaleidoscope of blues, pinks, yellows, and greens. The dynamic use of color and brushstroke creates a sense of movement, highlighting the river's gentle curves and the lively vegetation surrounding it. Set under a bright sky, the landscape is both tranquil and full of life, embodying an expressionist style that invites the viewer to feel the essence of the scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or heavy paper
Acrylic paints: blue, pink, yellow, green, white, and black
Brushes in various sizes: fine, medium, and large flat brush
Pencil for sketching
Palette for mixing colors
Water and a cloth for cleaning brushes

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The included line drawings and optional grid are designed to help maintain accuracy in composition. Use them as reference points while sketching the main outlines of the landscape and river path. If using the grid, align it with your canvas to keep proportion and perspective consistent.

Instructions

Initial Sketch:
- Lightly sketch the main outlines of the landscape using the line drawing as a guide.
- Start by drawing the river’s path, focusing on its winding curves.
- Add the horizon line and basic shapes of the vegetation and sky.
Background and Sky:
- Mix a light blue with white and paint the sky using the large brush.
- Add some white to suggest clouds near the horizon.
- Blend softly to avoid harsh lines.
River:
- Use a medium brush to paint the river with a mix of blues and whites.
- Introduce hints of pink to reflect the playful color palette.
- Use swirling motions to mimic the water’s flow and energy.
Forests and Fields:
- Paint the fields in shades of yellow and green using the large brush.
- Add texture by dabbing the brush for a layered effect.
- Incorporate darker greens and hints of black for depth in the forested areas.
Details and Highlights:
- Use the fine brush for detailed work and highlights in white and bright yellow.
- Add small dots and lines in pinks and blues to represent the abstract elements.
- Accentuate the flow of the river and natural elements around it.
Final Touches:
- Step back and evaluate your painting for balance and harmony.
- Add any final highlights or shadows needed to enhance depth.
- Clean your brushes and allow the painting to dry completely.

Enjoy the process of recreating this vibrant interpretation of the River Dee, allowing each brushstroke to capture the spirit of this enchanting Scottish landscape.

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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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