The 2nd Sunday in May is Mother’s Day. So there is still time to create a unique piece of art for your beloved mother. Instead of the annual Mother’s Day card, how about a unique mother’s day painted rock in her honor? Too difficult for you? Oh no, I’ll show you step by step how … Read more
Acrylic paint will stick really well to rocks. I tried some different paints but after a while, I always came back to the acrylic paint. First I used a brush and paint in tubes but then I started painting with posca pens, they are the best! Good acrylic markers pens with round tips turned out … Read more
I mentioned earlier that one of my New Years’ resolutions is to keep posting my newest rocks. So far it hasn’t been really cold and we haven’t even had snow. But snow belongs to a nice winter so I started painting snowflakes. I did paint a few snowflakes on rocks with a marbled background. When … Read more
Whether you’re a seasoned brush-and-palette wielder or an occasional artist who puts color on stone, there is no doubt painting rocks will be an activity that you’ll enjoy. What is just as important as the right choice of paints and the proper painting of rocks are the different techniques of how to seal painted rocks … Read more
The best thing about painting rocks is that it can be done by anyone with any level of artistic experience. Whether you’re an artist with professional training or the occasional brush wielder whose claim to fame was your 5th-grade art class masterpiece, rock painting has a very low barrier to entry, and that’s what makes … Read more
If you’ve been out and about somewhere, and are lucky enough to find a little painted rock hiding in plain view, congratulations! You’re now officially a member of the biggest artistic craze that the world has seen in recent years – painted rocks! What started as a for-fun project created by one person has now … Read more
If you’re just getting into the hobby of painting rocks, you’ll want to first have the necessary supplies to make sure that you have the best experience. Thankfully, rock painting is an activity that does not require fancy equipment – all you need can be found in your local craft store or landscaping store. What … Read more
Rock painting is a great activity that is best enjoyed in the company of your friends and family. The creative aspect of rock painting can really make your day, and while you can choose to keep your painted rock as a decoration for your home, most rock painters opt to share the joy and spread … Read more
After I found my first painted rock and decided to try this art myself I asked myself: ‘What to paint on a rock?’ Well If you ask yourself this question and search for: ‘What to paint on a rock?’ on Google you will find countless ideas. Hearts, smileys, fish or beetles are the easier motifs … Read more
Rock can have a very smooth or rough porous surface. In the latter case, priming the rock surface helps to prevent too much paint from getting soaked up which would make detailed fine painting difficult. But not only a good primer is important, but the type of paint to use on rocks is just as … Read more