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Name: Loch Spelve - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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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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Why You’ll Love Our Packs

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.

Build Confidence, Fast

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

Pure Relaxation

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

Own Your Artwork, 100%

Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
Say, “Yes, I painted that!” when friends compliment it.

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See The Transformation

Drag the handle left or right to compare the line drawing with the original painting.

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 Loch Spelve captures the tranquil beauty of a Scottish sunset. The bold use of pinks and blues creates a serene atmosphere over the gently rippling water, where the silhouette of mountains meets the sky. A soft golden sun hovers near the horizon, casting warm reflections on the loch. In the foreground, vibrant autumn foliage adds warmth and texture, with contrasting cool tones in the shadows. This vivid palette of complementary colors and dynamic brushwork evokes a sense of peace and natural splendor.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or painting surface
Acrylic or oil paints in the colors shown in your pack's color wheel
Brush set (flat, round, and detail brushes)
Palette for mixing colors
Water or solvent (for acrylic or oil paints respectively)
Paper towels or rags

Step 1: Sketch the Outline

Using the provided line drawing, lightly sketch the main elements onto your canvas with a pencil. The grid version can help align details and maintain proper proportions.
Focus on outlines of the mountains, the line of the horizon, the position of the sun, and key tree shapes in the foreground.

Step 2: Block in the Background

Start with the sky. Mix a soft pink tone using your color palette and block in the sky area, keeping the color lighter towards the horizon.
Add the sun by layering a pale yellow over your sky pink, gently blending at the edges to create a subtle glow.
Block in the mountain with a muted blue, using broad strokes to create a smooth, distant effect.

Step 3: Paint the Water

Reflect the sky and mountain colors in the water, using horizontal strokes to mimic the natural flow of water.
Add reflections of the sun with light yellows and pinks, blending softly to suggest gentle ripples.

Step 4: Define the Foreground

Use rich oranges and reds for the trees, applying thicker paint to create texture and depth.
Incorporate deeper greens and browns for the land, using these colors to define shadows and land contours.

Step 5: Add Details and Finish

Refine tree details with a small brush, adding individual branches and leaves as needed.
Use a detail brush to add any final highlights or reflections in the water.
Review and adjust any areas that need more contrast or blending to achieve the desired effect.

Tips for Success

Use your Color Wheel: Refer to the provided color palette often to mix accurate and harmonious colors.
Follow the Grid: If using the grid, cross-check often to maintain accuracy and ensure elements are positioned correctly.
Layer Gradually: Allow individual layers to dry slightly before adding new ones, especially if using acrylics.

Take your time and enjoy the painting process, capturing the tranquility of Loch Spelve with each brushstroke.

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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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All artwork and content in the Paint-it-Yourself packs remain the intellectual property of ScotlandPaintings.com. By purchasing a pack, you do not acquire any copyright ownership of the original painting or digital content.

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