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Painting - Oban - Scottish Cities
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Original painting of Oban
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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Imagine the quaint town of Oban in Scotland beautifully captured in a contemporary painting style. The composition draws the viewer in with its striking use of color and bold lines. A vivid blue sea reflects the expansive sky, creating a peaceful backdrop for the charming white cottages with their eye-catching red roofs. The vibrant yellows and muted greens of the surrounding landscape add warmth, while the winding road guides the eye through the scene. This painting balances realism with abstraction, offering a modern take on this picturesque coastal town.

Painting Guide

Preparation and Setup

  1. Gather all materials: canvas, brushes, acrylic paints (as per color wheel), palette, water container, and the Paint-Your-Own Pack PDF.
  2. Set up your workspace in a well-lit area. Ensure your canvas is secured on an easel.

Using the Line Drawings and Grid

The included line drawings and optional grid help you map out the composition accurately:

  1. Grid Method: Lightly draw the grid on your canvas using a pencil. This helps in scaling and placing elements correctly.
  2. Line Drawings: Use these as a reference to sketch the outlines of major elements like the sea, cottages, and road.

Step-by-Step Painting Instructions

  1. Background: Start with the sky. Mix shades of light blue and white, allowing some darker blue at the top. Use broad horizontal brush strokes to create a smooth transition.
  2. Sea: Continuing with the blues, work from top to bottom, imitating the reflection of the sky. Incorporate a touch of white for highlights.
  3. Landscape: Use greens and yellows to paint the rolling hills. Apply with loose, expressive strokes to convey texture.
  4. Cottages: Focus on the cottages, painting their walls with a soft white. Use red-orange for the roofs, adding contrast and warmth.
  5. Road: Mix light grey with hints of beige. Paint the winding road using smooth strokes, following its curve through the composition.
  6. Details: Add windows, doors, and chimneys to the cottages with dark grey or black. Use small, controlled brushes for precision.
  7. Final Touches: Incorporate small details and highlights with thin brushes. Ensure balance and cohesiveness across the painting.

Finishing Up

  • Allow the painting to dry completely.
  • Evaluate the need for any touch-ups or additional highlights.
  • Sign your work in a corner once satisfied.

By following these steps, you can recreate the serene beauty of Oban, capturing its essence with your personal artistic flair.

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