Rock painting ideas for the most fun painted rocks!
Painted Rocks
Do you love painting? There is a new craze hitting the world, painted rocks. People are turning the humble rock into works of art. Many of these rocks have the special mission of passing on kindness. People are painting rocks and setting them in public areas to spread goodwill. One tiny little rock, one random act of kindness can help people connect and make a huge difference in our world.
Rock Painting Ideas
There are so many amazing rock painting ideas. These rocks make great accents in gardens or paperweight and decor inside!
Elspeth Mclean Mandala Stones – Stunning! Mandalas fascinate me. If you are too be sure to download and color one of the Mandala Coloring Pages. They’re FREE!
Painted Rocks with Inspirational Quotes
How to Paint Rocks
It is easy to be inspired with so many rock painting ideas. Now learn how to paint rocks of your very own! What a great creative outlet and fun crafty project for kids and adult.
How to paint a rock with a unicorn
What’s the best paint to use on rocks?
- Acrylic paints or a paint made for outdoor use is perfect to paint on stone. If rocks are going to be kept outside an acrylic patio paint is great.
What pens to use to paint rocks?
- Moonlight Series Gelly Roll Pens by Sakura America – Use these markers directly on the rock or on top of acrylic paint. Gives bright, detailed designs.
- Uni-ball Signo Gel Pen – great for white designs on dark rocks
- Posca Paint Pens
- Artistro Extra Fine Point Paint Markers
- OOLY Neon Liquid Chalk Pens – Not only great on rocks but these pens can be used on glass and chalkboards. Easy to use for kids.
- Sharpie Markers
What is a Posca pen?
Lots and Lots of Ideas!
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Thanks Carol!
Love these ideas! And your name!
I love those rock painting ideas- especially the inspirational messages one. Great as paper weights too!
Great idea to have something for my grandchildren to do when they visit.
These are great! we have actually found a couple of painted rocks while we have been out walking or hiking. Such a cool idea! It’s like finding a little treasure!
These are adorable and what a fun canvas to spread cheer
How fun are these!! My girls keep finding painted rocks hidden around town. They always brighten the day and spark conversation. Thanks a bunch for all the ideas!!