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Original painting of Shetland
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
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Sketch
Sketch
Sketch with grid
Sketch + Grid
Colour wheel / palette
Colour Palette

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  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.
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Painting Guidance

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant and dynamic landscape of Shetland, Scotland, captured in a stunning portrayal where the interplay of bold colors and sweeping forms evoke a sense of movement and vitality. The painting features lush green fields juxtaposed with vivid splashes of orange, pink, and yellow, creating a patchwork of color that mirrors the diverse natural beauty of the Shetland landscape. The cool blues of the sea and distant hills provide a serene backdrop, balancing the warmth of the foreground. The artistic style is impressionistic, emphasizing brushstrokes and color over intricate detail, inviting the viewer to feel the essence of the landscape rather than its exact likeness.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

  • Canvas (preferably prepped with a light background wash)
  • Acrylic paints (as per the color palette provided in the color wheel)
  • Brushes (variety of sizes: flat, round, and detailed brushes)
  • Palette for mixing colors
  • Reference Image from the Paint-Your-Own Pack
  • Line drawings and optional artist's grid

Using Line Drawings and Artist's Grid

Refer to the line drawings provided to outline the basic forms and composition of the painting. Use the grid version if you're seeking assistance with accurate placement of elements. Lightly sketch these outlines on your canvas using a pencil or a fine brush.

Step 1: Background and Large Areas

  1. Sky and Distant Hills: Mix a light blue for the sky, adding hints of white to suggest clouds. Apply smoothly across the upper portion of the canvas. Transition to muted blues and greens for the distant hills, using horizontal brushstrokes to emphasize distance.
  2. Sea: Utilize a slightly deeper blue compared to the sky. Apply using long, horizontal strokes to capture the calmness of the water.

Step 2: Midground Forms

  1. Green Fields: Mix various shades of green using the color wheel. Apply these dynamically using broad, expressive strokes to capture the lushness of the fields. Introduce dashes of yellow to highlight sunlit areas.

Step 3: Foreground Activity

  1. Vibrant Accents: Layer vivid oranges, pinks, and reds. Use bold, quick brushstrokes to mimic the wildflowers and energetic growth, capturing movement.
  2. Details and Textures: Utilize a palette knife or a stiff brush to add texture to the foreground, ensuring thick, expressive marks to give depth.

Step 4: Final Touches

  1. Refine and Contrast: Add small details with a finer brush to refine edges where necessary. Enhance contrasts between shadow and light for vibrancy.
  2. Signature: Once satisfied with your painting, sign your creation in a discreet area using a fine brush.

Allow your finished painting to dry thoroughly before displaying. Enjoy recreating the vivid beauty of Shetland, and embrace the process of bringing your unique touch to this vibrant landscape!

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