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Name: Kirkwall Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
Price: 9.99 GBP
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Painting - Kirkwall Harbour - Modern & Minimal

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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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Immerse yourself in the captivating abstraction of Kirkwall Harbour, a watercolor masterpiece that masterfully blends geometric shapes with soft, flowing hues. The painting skillfully captures the essence of the historical harbour through the interplay of vibrant colors and clean lines, creating a serene yet dynamic composition. Key elements include the striking sails and the mirrored reflection on the calm water, painted with a palette of blues, reds, and soft yellows. The use of light and shadow adds a harmonious balance, evoking a sense of tranquility and intrigue in the viewer.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Watercolor paper
Watercolor paints (refer to the provided color wheel)
Brushes: small round brush, medium flat brush
Pencil and eraser
Palette
Water container
Optional: Artist's grid sheet

1. Prepare Your Workspace

Ensure you have all your materials ready and a clear workspace to begin. Place the source image from the Paint-Your-Own Pack where it’s easily visible.

2. Sketch the Basic Outline

Use the provided line drawing or grid to accurately sketch the basic outline of the scene onto your watercolor paper. Lightly pencil in the geometric shapes of the buildings and boats, ensuring proportions match the reference image. The grid can help keep everything aligned.

3. Paint the Sky and Background

Color: Soft beige with hints of gray.
Begin with a light wash for the sky, using a diluted mixture of beige. With a medium flat brush, apply even strokes to create a smooth backdrop. Allow this to dry completely.

4. Create the Reflections

Colors: Mirror the color palette with softer shades.
Use the same colors from the sky and buildings, but dilute them further to convey reflection. Gently brush these into the lower portion of the painting using horizontal strokes. Blend carefully to achieve a smooth transition.

5. Paint the Buildings and Boats

Buildings: Using a medium flat brush, apply bold shades of blue, red, and orange. Follow the geometric patterns for each building, creating contrast where necessary.
Boats: Use a small round brush for detail work on the boats. Employ deep blacks and bright red-orange hues for sails, accentuating their angular forms.

6. Add Details and Final Touches

Details: With a fine brush, add small details like windows and masts. Focus on clean, precise lines to maintain the painting's crisp aesthetic.
Shadows and Depth: Introduce subtle shadows with deeper tones of the existing colors, adding depth to the geometric shapes.

7. Review and Refine

Step back to review your work. Compare it to the reference image, adjusting colors or lines as needed for balance and accuracy. Allow your painting to dry fully.

Enjoy recreating this serene and sophisticated scene of Kirkwall Harbour, capturing its timeless beauty through your artistic interpretation.

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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.

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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