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Name: Isle of Islay - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Painting - Isle of Islay - 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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Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
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 depicts the stunning landscape of the Isle of Islay, renowned for its vibrant natural beauty and serene atmosphere. The artwork captures a vivid panorama with rolling green fields, bold purple hills, and a tranquil blue sky adorned with soft, billowing clouds. A quaint white cottage nestles among lush greenery, offering a sense of peace and idyllic rural life. The intense color palette ranges from the bold oranges and pinks of the midground to the subtle blues and purples of the distant hills, exemplifying an expressive, impressionistic style that emphasizes both emotion and energy.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials You Will Need:

Acrylic or oil paints (refer to the included color wheel for the exact palette)
Canvas or painting surface
Brushes (varied sizes for detail and broader strokes)
Palette for mixing paints
Reference line drawing and grid (included in your pack)

1. Preparing Your Canvas

Using the Line Drawing/Artist Grid: Begin by lightly sketching the main elements of the painting onto your canvas using the provided line drawing or grid. This will help you maintain correct proportions and compositions as you paint. Focus on outlining the horizon, the position of the cottage, trees, fields, and the distant hills.

2. Painting the Sky and Distant Hills

Sky: Start by mixing a range of blues to capture the sky. Use a large flat brush to apply broad strokes, blending lighter shades for clouds.
Distant Hills: Mix purples and deep blues for the hills, adding hints of lighter purple to create the impression of sunlight.

3. Midground Fields and Cottage

Fields: Use vibrant greens and yellows to depict the fields. Incorporate strokes of orange and pink to add depth and variety. Use a combination of sweeping and dabbing motions to create texture.
Cottage: Paint the cottage using whites and light greys. Add minor details like shadows or reflections to suggest depth.

4. Foreground Detailing

Foreground Fields: Employ a mix of darker greens and contrasting bright colors like orange and pink for the bushes and grass. Use smaller brushes for intricate detailing.
Shadows and Depth: Add shadows with darker tones under bushes and near the cottage to enhance the three-dimensional effect.

5. Final Touches

Review your painting, comparing it to the reference image. Adjust any areas for color balance and contrast.
Add any highlights to capture the glistening effects of the sun on the landscape, particularly on grassy areas.

Allow the painting to dry completely. Once finished, you may consider applying a varnish to protect your artwork.

Enjoy your journey recreating this beautiful piece of art, and let the vibrant scenery of the Isle of Islay inspire every 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.

5. Copyright and Intellectual Property

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.

6. Refund Policy

Due to the digital nature of the product, all sales are final, and we do not offer refunds. If you experience any issues with your download, please contact us for support.

7. Liability

We are not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from the use of our Paint-it-Yourself packs. Ensure you download and store your files securely within the provided access period.

8. Changes to These Terms

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