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Name: River Dee - 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

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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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Inspiring Description of the Painting

This abstract interpretation of the River Dee in Scotland captures the serene and vast beauty of the landscape through a modern artistic lens. The painting boasts a harmonious blend of subdued blues, greens, and neutrals, forming an elegant geometric patchwork that reflects the river's tranquil flow and surrounding environment. The use of broad, bold strokes and soft transitions between squares and rectangles evokes a sense of calm and contemplation, while inviting viewers to explore the interplay of light and color on water and land.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or painting board
Acrylic or oil paints (refer to the included color wheel)
Brushes: flat, round, and detail brushes
Palette for mixing colors
Water container (for acrylic users)
Palette knife (optional)

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The line drawings and grid in your Paint-Your-Own Pack are valuable tools for achieving accurate composition. They allow you to plot key elements on your canvas, ensuring proportion and perspective. First, transfer the grid to your canvas lightly using a pencil. Use the line drawings to outline major shapes, maintaining the grid's scale for precision.

Painting Steps

Background Wash
- Start with a wash using a light blue or grey to cover the entire canvas. Use a flat brush and ensure an even coat as this will be the base layer.
Mapping Shapes
- Refer to your grid and line drawings to lightly sketch the main rectangular and square shapes with a pencil. These will guide your painting process.
Painting Light Areas
- Mix whites with a hint of blue or green, depending on the section. Use a flat brush to fill in the lighter rectangles. Employ smooth strokes to achieve a clean look.
Adding Midtones
- Mix mid-range blues and greens from your color palette. Paint these mid-tone blocks, blending softly where necessary to suggest water’s gentle motion.
Dark Accents
- Use darker shades found on your color wheel. Apply these to areas requiring depth with confident, bold strokes. A palette knife can be employed for texture.
- Ensure these darker areas contrast effectively with the lighter sections to add visual interest.
Final Details
- After your main blocks of color are laid down and dry, use a detail brush for any finer lines or definition to enhance structure and depth.
Review and Touch-Up
- Step back to examine your work. Make any necessary adjustments to color balance or symmetry.
- Apply any overlooked touches to ensure a cohesive final piece.

Finishing Tips

Allow your artwork to dry thoroughly. Consider applying a protective varnish if utilizing oil paints to preserve the piece. Stand back and appreciate your creation, noting how each color and shape contributes to the tranquil essence of the River Dee.

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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

We may update these terms from time to time. Continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

9. Contact Us

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