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Original painting of Edinburgh
Original
Tonal version
Tonal (B&W)
Painting with grid
Painting + Grid
Line drawing
Line Drawing
Line drawing with grid
Line + Grid
Sepia sketch
Sepia Sketch
Sepia sketch with grid
Sepia + Grid
Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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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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This vibrant painting captures the spirit of Edinburgh, Scotland, transforming its iconic skyline into a vivid tapestry of color and form. The skyline, silhouetted against a rich yellow sky, stands as a focal point, while the colorful hills and buildings reflect a dynamic blend of warm oranges, reds, and cool blues and greens. Artistic abstraction and bold brushstrokes create an impressionistic view of the city, inviting the viewer to explore its cultural richness and history through color.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas or thick paper
  • Acrylic paints (matching the color wheel provided)
  • Brushes: large flat, medium round, and small detail brush
  • Palette for mixing colors
  • Water and cloth for cleaning brushes

Preparing Your Canvas

  1. Set up your canvas and secure it to your workspace.
  2. Use the included grid overlay to lightly sketch the key elements of the painting onto your canvas in pencil.
  3. Refer to the line drawing in your pack to help with the composition and placement of elements.

Painting the Sky

  1. Mix the vibrant yellow from your palette.
  2. Using the large flat brush, apply the yellow across the top of the canvas as the background sky.

Creating the Skyline

  1. Mix dark tones of blue and black for the silhouetted skyline.
  2. Use medium and small brushes to outline the skyline's buildings with precise, expressive strokes.
  3. Refer to your line drawing for accuracy in shape and proportions.

Building the Foreground

  1. Mix various earthy tones: oranges, reds, and greens.
  2. With a large brush, start to block in the major shapes of the hills and buildings, alternating between warm and cool colors to create depth.
  3. Focus on the bold brushstrokes to lay down color dynamically.

Detailing the Scene

  1. Switch to a smaller brush for finer details.
  2. Add contrasting colors to make specific buildings stand out, using reds and greens.
  3. Enhance the distinction of buildings by using white or lighter shades for highlights.

Adding Final Touches

  1. Examine the overall balance of color and form in your painting.
  2. Use your small brush to add any last details or adjustments, ensuring the painting captures the energy of Edinburgh.
  3. Allow the painting to dry completely before displaying.

By following these steps and utilizing the accompanying Paint-Your-Own Pack, you'll be able to create a beautiful representation of Edinburgh, rich in color and movement. Enjoy the journey through this artistic exploration!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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