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Name: River Etive - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - River Etive - 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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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 Etive in Scotland captures the serene beauty and dynamic movement of a vibrant landscape. Dominated by the flowing water that reflects the sky and surrounding greenery, the scene is enriched with lush forests and mountainous backdrops, flanked by fields of wildflowers. The color palette includes harmonious blues, greens, soft oranges, and hints of purple, echoing a serene yet lively atmosphere. The vivid brushstrokes and impressionistic style convey the artist's response to nature's rhythmic flow and timeless beauty.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or paper as per your box dimensions
Acrylic, oil, or watercolor paints (refer to the color wheel)
Brushes of varying sizes (medium flat, small round, and detailing brush)
Palette for mixing colors
Cup of water (for watercolors) or thinner (for oils)
Paper towels or a cloth
Pencil for initial sketching

Initial Setup

Prepare Your Workspace: Ensure you have good lighting and all materials within reach.
Position the Line Drawing: Use the provided line drawing as a guide. You can either transfer it onto your canvas using graphite paper or freehand draw it using the line drawing as a reference.
Optional Grid Method: If you opted for the grid version, lightly sketch the grid on your canvas to match the reference grid, aiding in accurate proportion and placement of key elements.

Painting Process

1. Background & Sky

Begin with the sky: Mix soft blues and whites to create a sweeping sky. Use broad horizontal strokes to suggest wispy clouds.
Mountains: Introduce varying shades of blue and purples for the distant mountains, using a medium flat brush for smooth transitions.
Horizon: Add hints of pink and purple near the horizon for a subtle layer effect, blending softly into the mountains.

2. Midground Landscape

Trees and Fields: Use greens mixed with ochres to paint the trees and fields. Apply vertical and horizontal strokes to suggest texture.
Reflection: Paint the river reflecting the surrounding landscape, incorporating lighter tones of green and hints of the sky’s blue.

3. Foreground Details

Wildflowers and Grasses: Use small, quick strokes of yellows, oranges, and reds to create dynamic patches of wildflowers around the riverbanks.
Water Flow: Add white and light blues in swirling motions over the river, suggesting movement of water around rocks.

4. Final Touches

Details: With a small round brush, add shadows and highlights to rocks and vegetation for depth and realism.
Polishing: Make final adjustments to color and light contrasts using the color wheel for reference.

Review & Finish

Step Back: Frequently step back to review the painting a few feet away, ensuring balance and harmony throughout.
Dry & Varnish: Allow to dry completely. If desired, apply a varnish to protect and enhance the colors.

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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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