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Painting - River Awe - Scotland in Summer
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Original painting of River Awe
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Tonal version
Tonal (B&W)
Painting with grid
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Line drawing
Line Drawing
Line drawing with grid
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Sepia sketch
Sepia Sketch
Sepia sketch with grid
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Sketch
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  1. Buy the Paint-it-Yourself Pack.: Check out securely, then instantly receive your PDF pack by email.
  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.
  4. Paint the Picture: Follow our tonal references, colour palette, or experiment freely. Enjoy a stress-free painting session!
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Painting Guidance

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The painting of River Awe captures a breathtaking Scottish landscape, characterized by vibrant colors and a modern artistic style. The scene unfolds with a shimmering river cutting through lush greenery, framed by distant hills and a vast sky. The color palette is a lively mix of blues, purples, oranges, and greens, reflecting the rich and diverse natural beauty of Scotland. This artwork employs bold brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement and depth that invites viewers into its vivid portrayal of nature.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Preparation

  • Set up your workspace with all necessary materials: canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, palette, and water.
  • Refer to the line drawings and grid version from your Paint-Your-Own Pack to help with the initial sketch.

Step 1: Sketch the Composition

  1. Using the grid: If you prefer greater accuracy, align the grid on your canvas as per the provided artist’s grid version.
  2. Lightly sketch the main elements: the river, hills, and sky. Focus on the large shapes and lines first, guided by the line drawings.

Step 2: Paint the Sky and Distant Hills

  1. Mix white with a touch of blue to create a soft sky color.
  2. Paint broad strokes across the top of your canvas for the sky.
  3. For the hills, use a mix of blues and purples to add depth, applying broad, horizontal strokes.

Step 3: Define the River and Foreground

  1. Use the color wheel to select a bright blue mixed with white for the river, adding reflective, flowing lines.
  2. Use greens and yellows to paint the fields around the river. Introduce some patches of orange to replicate the sunlight.
  3. Enhance the feeling of movement in the river by slightly blending the edges with the surrounding land.

Step 4: Add Trees and Shrubbery

  1. Select a dark green with hints of black to suggest the trees casting shadows.
  2. Add clusters of oranges and dark blues to suggest autumn foliage amongst the trees.
  3. Use short, vertical brushstrokes to give texture and form to these elements.

Step 5: Detailing and Final Adjustments

  1. Add highlights with lighter values of colors previously used, such as whites and yellows, to impart a glowing effect.
  2. Check the painting against the source image for any needed adjustments in shapes and colors to ensure coherence and balance.
  3. Allow your painting to dry completely before moving or displaying.

With diligent attention to each step and the reference materials provided, your recreation of River Awe will capture the enchanting essence of its Scottish inspiration.

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