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Painting - Shetland - Scotland in Summer
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Original painting of Shetland
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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  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.
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Painting Guidance

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Imagine standing on the rugged cliffs of Shetland, where the sea meets the sky in a vibrant dance of blues and greens. The painting captures this breathtaking landscape with lively, swirling clouds adorning a clear blue sky. Below, the dynamic waves crash against rocky shores, leading the eye to quaint cottages nestled in lush, rolling grasses. The color palette bursts with vivid blues, greens, and earthy tones, reflecting the lively energy of the scene. This impressionistic piece, with its bold brushstrokes and captivating play of light, invites viewers to feel the fresh sea breeze and the serenity of this enchanting Scottish landscape.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed:

  • Acrylic or oil paints (based on provided color palette)
  • Canvas or thick paper
  • Brushes of varying sizes (large flat, medium round, fine detail)
  • Pencil for sketching
  • Paint palette
  • Water and cloth for cleaning brushes (if using acrylics)
  • Easel or flat surface

Using the Guide Pack:

Your Paint-Your-Own Pack includes line drawings, sketches, and an artist's grid version of the painting. Use these tools to accurately map out the painting on your canvas.

  • Line Drawings: Perfect for tracing the composition onto your canvas. Align and secure the sketch over the canvas and lightly trace the key outlines.
  • Artist’s Grid: Use the grid to break down the painting into sections, ensuring accurate proportions during the drawing process.

Painting Instructions:

  1. Background Sky and Clouds:
    • Begin with the sky, laying down a gradient of blues, from light to deep, using broad, sweeping strokes.
    • Paint the clouds with swirling strokes of white mixed with hints of pink and lavender for depth, following the curves shown in the sketches.
  2. Sea:
    • Work on the sea by layering shades of blue, green, and hints of purple, capturing the movement of the waves.
    • Use the medium round brush to add white highlights for waves and spray, studying the light placement in your guide image.
  3. Rocky Shoreline:
    • Paint the rocks with a mix of earthy tones, emphasizing the play of light and shadow using your color wheel for guidance.
    • Add texture with the brush to convey the ruggedness of the rocks.
  4. Grassy Fields:
    • Apply light greens intermixed with patches of yellow and blue, using a stippling technique for the grasses.
    • Blend colors softly to represent the gentle rolling hills, keeping the brushstrokes free-flowing yet controlled as suggested by the sketches.
  5. Cottages:
    • Detail the cottages, using warm earthy tones and bright highlights to create contrast.
    • Use fine brush work for the roofs and small architectural details.
  6. Final Touches:
    • Review your painting against the source image, making adjustments to balance colors and details.
    • Allow your painting to dry thoroughly, and enjoy your recreated masterpiece of Shetland's stunning landscape.

Take your time with each step, and don't be afraid to add your own personal touch to this vibrant Scottish scene. Enjoy the painting process!

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