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How to Paint Rocks Beginner’s Guide

How to Paint Rocks: Everything You Need To Know Beginner’s Guide Series will guide you through picking the right rock painting supplies, experimenting with different painting techniques, and how to mix colors with confidence. Enjoy!

Here you will find how to paint with alcohol inks and pour painting as well!

Rock painting is simple and everyone can do it. This fun family activity doesn’t require a lot of materials to get started. Mostly rocks are free, just look in your own backyard, but if you live in an area that rocks are not in abundance, no fear you can buy some from rock yards, local improvement stores, or our Amazon shop!

How to paint Rocks in 3 simple steps!

  1. Clean the rocks with soapy water to remove dirt and debris before painting. Let it dry in the sun before painting.
  2. Paint and Decorate! Acrylic paint or paint pens are the most popular choice for painting rocks.
  3. Seal your painted rocks with a clear spray sealer or brush on varnish.

How to Paint Watercolors on Rocks with 3 Easy Ideas

February 4, 2021September 13, 2020
watercolor blue bird painting

Have you ever tried using watercolors on rocks? If not, here are few easy watercolor ideas to paint on rocks by Carol from Carol’s Rocks on Facebook. Her Facebook page …

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How to Make Beach Painted Rocks with Alcohol Ink

July 8, 2020July 7, 2020
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These easy beach painted rocks created with alcohol ink is a creative way to add that beach vibe touch to your home decor. Our guest artist, Rachel LaRayes will be …

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How to Make Resin Pour Art on Rocks

June 26, 2020June 26, 2020
resin pour art

Do you love the look of resin pour art? Do you want to learn how to make beautiful beach resin pour art on rocks? Well, you have come to the …

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Best Kindness Rocks of Instagram That Will Spark Joy

November 10, 2020May 26, 2020
best kindness rocks of instagram

Our top picks for the best kindness rocks by talented Instagram creators is now finally here! Have you ever found a painted rock with an inspiring message that speaks to …

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Easy Rock Painting Ideas That Will Keep You Busy All Year!

May 14, 2020February 12, 2020
painted rocks

EASY ROCK PAINTING IDEAS THAT WILL KEEP YOU BUSY ALL YEAR! Here at the Rock Painting Guide, we love to inspire creativity. Our list of easy rock painting ideas that …

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Rock Painting: Everything You Need To Know [FAQ's]

July 8, 2020January 30, 2020
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Rock Painting: Everything You Need to know [FAQ’s] Are you a new rock painter? If so, I have gathered the top rock painting questions from my Facebook group and answered …

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Paint Pouring on Rocks Made Easy [Rock Painting Beginners]

May 14, 2020January 15, 2020
painted rocks

Welcome! Here you will learn about paint pouring techniques, tips, and how to pour paint on rocks in this Beginner’s Guide to Paint Pouring. Acrylic paint pouring has become my …

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Everything you need to know about Mandala Rock Painting (Beginners Guide)

August 4, 2020September 3, 2019
painted rocks

In this “Everything You Need To Know About Mandala Rock Painting (Beginner’s Guide)”, you’ll discover the joys of Mandala rock painting and gain confidence in your artistic ability.

How to Mix Colors with Confidence

June 7, 2020May 3, 2019
how to mix colors

  Understanding Color Theory and How to Mix Colors with Confidence What colors go well together? How do I get my colors not to look muddy when mixing? These are …

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16 Easy Rock Painting Techniques to Improve Your Skills

February 4, 2021April 19, 2019
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  Beginner’s Guide to Rock Painting Techniques Have you ever heard of blocking in or double-loading? Don’t worry, this beginner’s guide of rock painting techniques and fundamentals is for you. …

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Rock Painting Supplies | What You Need to Know

February 4, 2021April 8, 2019
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Rock Painting Supplies: What You Need To Know Let’s talk about rock painting supplies. Acrylic or Oil paint? Cheap or Expensive Artist brushes? Paint-on Sealer or Spray-on? These are just …

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How to Paint Rocks [Beginner’s Guide]

February 4, 2021April 1, 2019
how to paint rocks

In this Part 1 of How to Paint Rocks Beginner’s Guide, you’ll discover the joys of rock painting and gain confidence in your artistic ability. Here’s what’s inside! What exactly …

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How to Make Beautiful Marbled Stone Photo Holders

August 4, 2020January 13, 2019
stone photo holders

HOW TO MAKE BEAUTIFUL MARBLED STONE PHOTO HOLDERS It’s time to flex your creative muscles and try these beautiful marbled stone photo holders. I’m a mom of two boys and …

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Paint Mandala Stones with Eszter Csóka of Chakra Mandala Stones

August 4, 2020November 2, 2018

Featured Artist: Eszter Csóka, Chakra Mandala Stones Eszter Csóka is a yoga teacher that uses art to create harmony between the body’s spirit and spirit in one’s own life and …

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How To Dot Paint Rocks Tips and Tricks with Lydia May

August 26, 2020September 19, 2018
mandala dot rocks

how To Dot Paint Rocks Tips and Tricks with Lydia May Hi everyone, I’m Tina and today I’m talking with Lydia May. She is a talented mandala artist and we’re …

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Fuzzy Monster Rock Painting that your Kids will Love!

August 27, 2020September 13, 2018
monster painted rocks

FUZZY MONSTER ROCK PAINTING THAT YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE! Here’s an easy and beginner-friendly fuzzy monster rock painting tutorial. Monsters don’t have to be scary. Make these silly monsters for …

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35 Awesome Acrylic Painting Tips That Will Blow Your Mind!

August 26, 2020March 2, 2018
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35 AWESOME ACRYLIC PAINTING TIPS THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND! Here’s our list of the best acrylic painting tips and painting hacks that won’t bust your budget. Want to spend …

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Beginner’s Guide to using Alcohol Inks on Rocks

August 26, 2020February 10, 2018

This beginner’s guide will cover how to use alcohol inks on rocks and rock painting techniques. Alcohol ink painting is a easy and creative way to make alcohol ink art with these simple tips.

Rock Painting Tips from the Creator of Rachel’s Rocks

August 4, 2020January 26, 2018

  I had the opportunity to interview Rachel Mitchell, the creator/owner of Rachel’s Rocks. You may have seen her beautiful painted rocks posted on Facebook groups, Pinterest, Etsy and now …

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151 Inspirational Quotes that will Rock your Painted Rocks

February 4, 2021October 11, 2017
151 Inspirational quotes for rock painting

This post contains an affiliate link. Need inspiration for your next rock painting design? Try inspiring others with an inspirational painted rock quotes! I have included my Top 40 along with …

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