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Name: River Etive - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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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

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Colour Palette

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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.

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See clear progress from your first brushstroke.
Structured references remove guesswork.
Hone skills at your own pace, without pressure.

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Painting reduces stress and helps you unwind.
Focus on painting, not the challenge of drawing.
A therapeutic break from everyday distractions.

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Tweak colours and medium for true creative freedom.
No copyright: sell, gift, or display your final piece.
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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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The painting of River Etive captures the breathtaking beauty of the Scottish highlands with vivid colors and bold strokes. The artwork features a vibrant color palette, predominantly using shades of yellow, blue, green, and orange, creating a sense of movement and vitality. The river flows dynamically through the landscape, with surrounding hills and a brilliant sky complementing the scene. This piece is characterized by its impressionistic style, focusing on the essence of the landscape rather than intricate details, and invites the viewer to experience the serene yet lively spirit of nature.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed

Canvas or watercolor paper
Acrylic or oil paints (colors as per the included color wheel)
Paintbrushes (variety of sizes)
Palette for mixing colors
Pencil and eraser
Optional: Palette knife for texture

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The included line drawings and grid help in maintaining composition accuracy. Begin by transferring the grid onto your canvas lightly using a pencil. Use the line drawings as a reference to sketch the basic outlines and key elements of the landscape on your canvas.

Step 1: Sketch the Composition

Use the grid to ensure proportions and placement are accurate.
Lightly sketch the main outlines: the river path, hills, and sky segments.

Step 2: Paint the Sky

Mix a vibrant yellow with a hint of white to create the sunny backdrop.
Apply the paint with a wide brush, using broad strokes for an even tone.
Blend softly where the sky meets the hills.

Step 3: Define the Hills

Use shades of blue and green, referencing the color wheel for exact tones.
Paint the large hill in the distance with a mix of blue hues.
Use darker greens and blues for the hills closer to the river, adding depth.

Step 4: Paint the River

Mix whites and light blues for the water, capturing the flow with dynamic strokes.
Highlight areas with pure white to represent sunlight reflection.

Step 5: Add Foreground Elements

Use oranges, reds, and yellows to paint the vibrant foliage along the riverbank.
Employ expressive strokes to mimic the texture and movement of the plants.
Incorporate darker tones to suggest shadows and add contrast.

Step 6: Final Touches

Review the painting for any areas that need refining.
Use a palette knife to add texture and highlights to areas like the hilltops or river.
Sign your painting to complete your work.

Refer to the color wheel throughout the process to maintain color harmony. Use the artist's grid to ensure the proportions and placement are consistent with the source painting. Enjoy the process of recreating this vibrant landscape, immersing yourself in the spirit of the Scottish highlands.

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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

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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

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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:

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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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