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Name: North Berwick Harbour - Paint-it-Yourself Pack
Brand: ScotlandPaintings.com
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Painting - North Berwick Harbour - Scottish Harbours

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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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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.

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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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Imagine the serene beauty of North Berwick Harbour, captured in a harmonious blend of colors and light. The painting elegantly showcases the tranquil water reflecting the sky's soft morning hues. Traditional Scottish houses with their unique charm line the backdrop, set against a sky painted with shades of amber and pink as the sun rises. The boats rest in the harbor, their reflections shimmering across the water's surface. This piece merges realism with abstract elements through bold brushstrokes, creating a captivating scene.

Step-by-Step Painting Guide

Materials Needed:

Canvas or heavy paper
Acrylic or oil paints (as per the color palette provided)
Paintbrushes (various sizes)
Palette
Water cup (for acrylics) or solvents (for oils)
Paper towels or rags

1. Preparing Your Canvas

Use the provided line drawing to sketch the main elements lightly on your canvas. If you prefer more accuracy, use the optional artist grid to carefully plot key points matching the source image.

2. Underpainting

Start with a wash of light colors – use diluted blue and orange tones to block in the sky and water. This will set the tonal values for the painting.
Let this layer dry before continuing.

3. Painting the Sky

Mix variations of pink, orange, and light blue for the sky. Refer to your color wheel to achieve subtle gradients and mimic the sunrise effect.
Use broad, smooth strokes to capture the sky's softness. Blend transitions between colors gently.

4. Detailing the Houses

Paint the houses using muted tones such as whites, soft pinks, and grays. Highlight the unique architectural details.
Introduce bolder colors like red where necessary to reflect the real scene. Add shadows under rooflines to give dimension.

5. Capturing the Water

For the water, use deeper blues and lighter shades of turquoise. Pay attention to how the water reflects colors from the sky and surrounding environment.
Incorporate reflections of the houses and boats, applying thin, horizontal strokes, and blending softly for realism.

6. Adding the Boats

Define the boats with darker colors to make them stand out against the water. Add highlights and details to capture their 3D form.
Focus on the reflection and shadow beneath each boat for added realism.

7. Final Touches

Revisit any areas needing more definition or color adjustment according to the color palette.
Consider adding small details or textures with a finer brush, such as rigging lines on the boats or additional foliage.
Ensure all elements work harmoniously across the canvas, enhancing the painting's overall balance.

As you journey through each step, remember to enjoy the creative process. The provided resources are there to guide you, but your unique touch will make this painting truly your own. Happy painting!

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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.

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