How to Paint Rocks Step by Step || Rock Painting for BEGINNERS || Start Stone Painting Today!

Do you want to start stone painting? Learn how to paint rocks step by step. Painting rocks is a great way to get creative. Hiding painted stones is a fun random act of kindness that anyone can join in on.
I am in so many rock painting groups and the question that I see time and time again is, "I want to start rock painting, but I don't know where to start!" Well this video will walk you through step by step how to paint rocks. Our channel is focused on rock painting / stone painting for beginners so we have a lot more answers to your questions. Check out the added resources below! -Happy Painting
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0:00 Intro
0:50 - Step One: Where to Get Rocks to Paint
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1:27 - Step Two: How to Prep Rocks to Paint
2:12 - Step Three: Painting Rocks
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4:18 - Step Four: Making Sure to Seal Your Rocks
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4:53 - Getting Rid of Your Rocks
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Happy Painting!!

[@allyouneedisgodandjesus]

A coworkers mother painted rocks and coworker "discreetly" put them on our desks at work. She placed the best rock on my desk that has a flower with the word " WELCOME " on it. I flipped the rock over and it had a bible verse. It touched my heart completely, I really enjoy having this rock on my desk as a paper weight! Looking for an idea for my son to give his 2nd grade teacher as school is ending

[@RockPainting101]

I love that!! Do you have a specific message in mine? We have quite a few lettering tutorials on the page. Or are you looking for message ideas?

[@Xane_Dragon]

Anything with a Bible verse given to me goes here 🚮

[@rmeliasperez]

This is a GREAT place for folks to start their Rock Painting journey! Cute tee shirt! ❤️

[@RockPainting101]

Thank you!! We have a few cute ones on Etsy

[@italiangirl2789]

Agree!! I was getting all my ideas off of Etsy and just found this terrific channel!

[@alannah5686]

Thank you for sharing! I love these ideas & tips, I am now motivated to paint SO many rocks! :)

[@kathielederman1404]

Great tutorial - thanks so much for the simplicity of your directions. Love it!

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RSNJessica]

i never knew this was a thing until I found a rock in my area that was beautiful and said "you matter" on it, it really spoke to me and put such a huge smile on my face. I wanna give that smile to someone, so I found your tutorial and I'm gonna start! Thanks so much

[@RockPainting101]

Wonderful!! Happy Painting!

[@Xane_Dragon]

I'd check out other channels. They show more rocks than face

[@italiangirl2789]

I started painting rocks from the same thing. My nephews Love all the rocks I paint them, they're now placing orders with me LOL

[@58Raini]

Wow! I did a search for rock painting for beginners, and this is the first one I clicked! I'm HOOKED! THANK YOU!

[@RockPainting101]

Awesome! Thank you! Welcome to the craft!

[@Dexy83]

I'm a nanny for a 2 year old and her 7 years old half brother when he visits for the summer. I've wanted to paint rocks with them all summer, finally did it now that the older kids are back in school. 2 days ago, we collected our rocks on a walk. Afterwards, I had the kids scrub them, and line them up like little soldiers to dry. Today is painting day! I'm more excited than they are only because I know what we're doing, they've forgotten. lol

[@RockPainting101]

Have SO MUCH FUN

[@margaretmathis4775]

How did they turn out? Did the kiddos have fun?

[@henriswonders.4905]

Me and my boy have done them since he was around 3 ish so 5 years because he collects them..... always from everywhere every single day. So we've used everything from acrylic to nail polish its a wonderful lil hobby to do and he loves doing them and leaving them for people to find.

[@RockPainting101]

That is how it all started for me!! Painting with my (then 4 year old) daughter :) It is a wonderful activity to do as a family!!

[@Butterfly-ADHD]

I just saw a post on someone picking up a painted rock and thought what a way to enjoy painting and making someone’s day. I must have been living under a rock because I did not know how people leave them around as gifts to others they do not know. Thank you for a starting place.

[@RockPainting101]

Now that you know you will see them all over!

[@Butterfly-ADHD]

@@RockPainting101 The only time I did something similar was at the school I taught at. Teachers always need a bit of motivation. We were given a rock that had the base color painted on it and a name. We wrote a motivating saying or Picture on it. We snuck it to the teacher. We also dropped them little gifts as the year went on like a Secret pal.

[@K26872]

My town makes these. I work at a few different parks in my area and I find kindness rocks all the time. I wanted to try to make my own since I’ve found so my beautiful ones people made.

[@RockPainting101]

If you search Facebook for your city's name and rocks you will probably find a facebook group for it!

[@GDoggProductions]

Never thought of actually cleaning the rock 😅 thank you for this video! really keen on getting into all of this

[@kevindesai7227]

I actually put my rocks in a bucket of bleach and water...rinse and do again

[@tp63us]

Perfect for my learning style! Thanks

[@whateven248]

Thank you! So helpful

[@mulvoy14]

This was great. Thanks

[@debbieryan4965]

Got right to the point. PERFECT video. Thank you!

[@RockPainting101]

You're welcome! Happy rock painting!

[@jeffjessrhoden6775]

Thank you for this simple tutorial! Cannot wait to start painting:)

[@RockPainting101]

Have fun!

[@easypeasyartcom]

Awsome thanks for sharing.

[@fatimasaeed7664]

Hi,just saw your video and loved how nicely and simply you ah e explained everything. Thank you ❤️

[@RockPainting101]

My pleasure 😊

[@donniedarko1345]

Good video. Painted my mom some rocks today. I live in San Diego and we have AMAZING rocks for the taking at the beaches. I'm sending my mom some painted rocks to Virginia!

[@RockPainting101]

So awesome! I bet she loved them ❤️❤️

[@hinREISEND_Ausflugstipps]

Wow! Your rocks look so awesome - super creative ideas! 😍 We painted some for the first time some weeks ago and hid them in Germany in the Harz. We also filmed a video about it, because we would love to inspire others with it, like you do. Painting the rocks makes so much fun, also hiding and finding some. 🎉

[@RockPainting101]

It is such a fun hobby! We love hiding them around. I even have a tree out front of my home I put them in during the warmer months.

[@kyliedelaney9038]

So helpful for a beginner, thank you 😊

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful! Enjoy painting

[@leeleerodriguez5745]

I love that rock with the 🌈 heart with pins im guessing thats a cool one

[@RockPainting101]

Thank You!! That tutorial is just up a couple if you want to see it broken down :)

[@leeleerodriguez5745]

@@RockPainting101 i just subscribed wow so this is your channel u did all these videos and rock painting ?? I never had anyone respond so thank you for that human kindness i will look for that video today is my first day of rock painting thanks to your video that showed up in my feed ... Have a great day

[@RockPainting101]

Have fun looking around 😃

[@groovr22]

Great video..! Perfect for the brand-new beginner (like me). Thanks.!

[@RockPainting101]

You're welcome! I'm glad it was helpful.

[@deep3753]

Thank you, I have been looking for this exact information. I thought you had to do a primer etc. phew glad this was easy to follow.

[@RockPainting101]

I’m so glad that it was helpful!!

[@RockPainting101]

I’m so glad that it was helpful!!

[@nicolelarente5648]

Thank you so much for this most helpful and fun video. I have not painted yet but now i feel empowered!!!!

[@RockPainting101]

Wonderful! Happy Painting!

[@MsLouisVee]

Great idea to hide them randomly I do the same thing with my junk journals hope that I can bring a bit of joy to whoever finds it

[@RockPainting101]

That is awesome!! I’m sure those bring lots of joy!

[@paulinecallahan6888]

Thank you so much for this very informative video 😁💜

[@RockPainting101]

I’m glad it was helpful!

[@jdh6000]

Great guide for a beginner! You're awesome.

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@celebratelife865]

Thank you! Got my paint, and got my rocks. Now I am ready to paint rocks. 👍

[@RockPainting101]

Have fun!

[@lesleylawson1666]

Wow!

[@paigelee6321]

Thank you 😊❤️

[@queentroll1955]

Iowa .. crazy Mary has a zillion questions but will watch and then ask.. thanks Rock painting 101 we shall see..

[@PaulElmont-fd1xc]

Best video I have found on this subject. I'm going to Hobby Lobby tomorrow. ❤

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oliviasuploads4672]

Thanks for the inspiration!

[@RockPainting101]

You bet!

[@catbhoy]

Thanks for posting this. Simple step by step explanation.

[@RockPainting101]

You're welcome!

[@carolcox3589]

Short concise very good advice. Thank you

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sandhyasingh5402]

Wooooooooow

[@ArtByHazel]

Thank you for this awesome tutorial. 💖😃🇨🇦

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ImRonBurgandyy]

Love your Energy ❤️

[@RockPainting101]

Thank you!!

[@shazarts]

Amazing...

[@victor7530]

Thank you. I will starting very soon. All I need now is the sealer.

[@RockPainting101]

Happy Painting! I tend to paint a batch and then seal them all at once :)

[@evilzombie1234]

Thanks for all the information, i will be trying to Paint my first rock with my Daughter today.

[@RockPainting101]

Happy Painting!! I’m sure she will love it!

[@whichwitchswitchedtheswiss]

That’s amazing 💕💕🦆

[@leighprivitere2470]

Thank you! Can't wait to start my play date with granddaughter tomorrow. I have ideas and supplies now. :)

[@RockPainting101]

Wonderful!

[@IzzyLockwood25]

I wish the rest of KZbin would support you I just noticed your channel isn't that big who agrees ⬇️

[@RockPainting101]

Thank You

[@mariatortilla2010]

thank you! great info for me as a beginner.

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@StarKirtman]

Wow

[@maxpowers1085]

Thanks! Been looking at some rock painting tutorials after seeing people do this on Tik Tok

[@RockPainting101]

We have loads here!! (and we are on Tik Tok too!) @rockpainting101.com

[@jaspreetkaur6593]

Great painting 👍🏻 awesome

[@RockPainting101]

Thank you!

[@mshellcurtis]

Thank you!

[@RockPainting101]

You're welcome!

[@marilei2409]

This is my first time painting a 49ck thank you for making this video.

[@RockPainting101]

I am so happy you found it!! This is such an amazing hobby because ALL Skill levels can start somewhere

[@thetwilighthollownursery731]

i get them from the beach! i made my first rock painting today and i painted the beach on it

[@yvonnebaldin2222]

Hi love your feed, when sealing do I have to seal underneath the rock too?

[@RockPainting101]

Thank you!! Yes you want to seal all sides of the rock. This prevents moisture from creeping up under your paint.

[@carries.9919]

Today I bought a rock painting kit and then found your site. I'm so happy to be starting a new craft that will be fun and easy. Thanks for the tips on how to get started. Please don't laugh but my area doesn't have any rocks to be found, so I was wondering how I can get rocks to paint. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated 👍😊🤗💖

[@RockPainting101]

Wonderful! welcome to the hobby! There are a few options to get stones. Landscape supply shops will sometimes let you buy a bucket full. Home Depot/Lowes sometimes have bags (make sure there is no wax on them). Hobby Lobby has some in their "mosaic" department. They are nice flat slices. Then you can always order online. Amazon has quite a few options amzn.to/2ZKiOYj or this Etsy shop has some really nice ones too - tidd.ly/3AfE7Tg

[@MyRockstar777]

Had no clue I’d love rock painting so much lol. Great way to get my neice away from TikTok! Thanks for info your a genius!

[@RockPainting101]

It's my pleasure. Have fun painting with your niece!!

[@MyRockstar777]

@@MrRusell86 oh so sory didn’t’ kno I was filing out a job applicashun. I shouldve’ re read it. Noted. Too bad my text screen it cracked from my neice playing w my phone then it wouldn’t’ so wrongly autocorrect it’s self as much have a greattt day and take care. ;)

[@MyRockstar777]

@@MrRusell86 Your story exemplifies you might need some therapy and perhaps there might be bigger things one should waste their time worry about than KZbin comment misspellings or what device a person uses. Good luck!

[@tdscott94]

Thanks for the video! I am going to purchase rocks from my local landscaping store. Which type of large rocks do you recommend? Thank you.

[@RockPainting101]

Start in the river rock area... they usually are pretty smooth. They should have them in a few different sizes and by different colors.

[@shelveyphillipsbowman8037]

Ty

[@haileybudach9405]

After we put the base paint on, can we use sharpies to write on them if we seal them ?

[@RockPainting101]

Sharpies have a tendency to bleed when you seal them. If that is all you have just make sure you do a VERY light first coat of spray sealer. Just a mist. Maybe even twice. Then follow up with a thicker coat. If you plant to paint a lot of rocks you can invest in some paint pens (even just black for writing) Let me know if you want any recommendations :)

[@Gypsyditzy]

Thank you. I am brand new to this....great video.

[@RockPainting101]

Glad it was helpful!

[@StepswaterUK]

Really useful video, just had a first go at creating a rock painting. I used acrylics but found they dried really quickly. Any ways to stop this happening?

[@RockPainting101]

You can base coat your rock first then the rock won't soak in the paint as fast.

[@-crystxlmoon]

@@RockPainting101 What should we use for the base coat? I was planning on using acrylics as well, but I've never painted rocks before.

[@sqirlgirl121]

Does all artwork on rocks need to be baked before sealing? Thank you for this video!

[@RockPainting101]

I don't bake any of mine.

[@pattiraithel5412]

Cute shirt and good video.

[@RockPainting101]

Thanks Patti!

[@diannedupuis2960]

Great little video!

[@RockPainting101]

Glad you liked it!

[@SerenitySlays711]

🤩

[@alisart7907]

Omg you look like Jess on the Aussie Big Brother 2021...its uncanmy

[@roseb.1537]

Thanks for the info! I have a question: in another video somwhere it quickly shows someone using a paint pen on a stone and the paint is flowing into ''ink blots'' , almost like alcohol is added to make it flow? I have paint pens that I colour rocks with but miy paint doesn't flow like what I saw in that video. Can you give any infor on this? Thx!

[@roseb.1537]

I'm wondering if someone can answer my question?

[@RockPainting101]

You have to make sure you are using water-based paint pens. It is water being added to the paint. Here's the video if you want to watch :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXjHqqOegcuma5o

[@roseb.1537]

@@RockPainting101 Thank you! This helped a lot.

[@lebrownesteye]

Hi there! Thanks for posting. Two questions. 1. I'm thinking of using paint pens for a program. Will the rocks mess up the paint pens if multiple kids use them several times over? Or will they be fine? 2. Do the rocks need to have a sealer? Or do you think they would be ✨okay✨ without?

[@LomaLIndagal]

Great idea! One that I can refer people to

[@RockPainting101]

Please do! This question gets asked so much and it's so loaded. Hard to really put it in a short answer :)

[@thedoodler783]

Not my first time tho I really enjoyed the video thanks a lot

[@RockPainting101]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@brendatoneywhitaker1700]

VERY HELPFUL

[@RockPainting101]

I'm glad!

[@MarciaB12]

This video was a good idea.

[@surose7506]

Can you use masonary outdoor paint as base coat

[@RockPainting101]

Sure! Just make sure you let it dry completely before working on it :)

[@julieschlueter2387]

What would you recommend for a beginners kit per say. Like paint or markers, gesso, sealer, paint brushes. If you could help with this, that would be great. I love your ideas and style. I watch rock Ossining all of the time, but I'm afraid to start.

[@RockPainting101]

It really depends on what style of rocks you want to paint :) You can do paint markers right onto rocks and then seal them if you want to get the least amount of supplies...

[@irmavelasquez6410]

Do you use a stencil/template on your rocks? I'm not a great artist, can't even draw a straight line! Please advise..

[@RockPainting101]

It depends on what you are trying to draw. I have use carbon paper before for lettering. Most of my designs I break down step by step so even if you don't have a lot of experience you can recreate the design :)

[@clearwater630]

Greetings, I just found your KZbin. I subscribed and liked. Thank you for your KZbins. Peace to you always.

[@RockPainting101]

Welcome!!

[@mariapatriciachavez214]

❤

[@lindawisdom1547]

Help! I can't find the links you mentioned and I would like to know what kind of spray sealer I need, as well as what type of paint pen you would recommend for writing on them

[@RockPainting101]

I like an extra fine tip paint pen for writing I have Posca and Artistro brand and am happy with both. I have used quite a few different sprays over the years. Mainly just search for one that is non-yellowing AND weather resistant. Then pick the finish you want (matte or glossy) Krylon makes a few Rustoleum does too :) You can see rocks finished with them here - rockpainting101.com/best-sealer-painted-rocks/

[@lindawisdom1547]

@@RockPainting101 Thank you!!!! I had NO idea this was such a big thing! I had heard of it and honestly kinda shrugged it off like ok yea let's paint rocks and chased parked cars ( not proud but keeping it honest) Now I've been asked by a fellow caregiver to make them for the garden she does with the lady we care for. I'm the "crafty" one 🤣, plus I killed all the flowers I tried to start. So I have gladly accepted this assignment and just by chance as I was collecting and washing rocks yesterday 💡 maybe I should just make sure I'm on the right path......your video saved my me the grief of my paint washing off and overlooking the idea of paint pens THANK YOU

[@magicwood2360]

Great video 👌

[@RockPainting101]

Thanks 👍

[@vladflux]

❤ your beautiful

[@RockPainting101]

😊 thank you

[@MrRyo421]

Can i buff my rocks after painted?

[@RockPainting101]

It could rub off the paint. Maybe once it is sealed you can. Why would you want to buff it? To get a shine? If that is the case you can get a gloss clear coat to add on top to achieve that look :)

[@minadevirathi2303]

❤❤🎉🎉

[@jenniferlogan4066]

Can you tell me where you got, or how you made, that white square?

[@RockPainting101]

I get them from Etsy. I have links in this post - rockpainting101.com/rocks-for-crafts/

[@TheGreekGoddess369]

Hello I won a ultimate Rock painting kit so come on here & found u so thanks for sharing just subscribed to your channel

[@RockPainting101]

Welcome!!

[@TheGreekGoddess369]

@@RockPainting101 Watching U again I'm ready to paint my rocks hope they turn out good

[@HeyItsMeZoe07]

what city do you hide yours in I just discovered one is sac

[@RockPainting101]

I don't disclose my location :) But it isn't Sacramento! Which one did you find?

[@ponponpuri]

Have the rocks to be smooth? Or it's ok anyway?

[@RockPainting101]

Not all my rocks are smooth. It really depends on the design/style and how much details you are adding.

[@ponponpuri]

@@RockPainting101 thank you

[@coolcucumber201]

What if I use outdoor paint? Will I need a sealer?

[@RockPainting101]

I would check your label. Make sure it is weather resistant and UV resistant so it doesn’t fade.

[@coolcucumber201]

@@RockPainting101 well, I have the paint and a sealer. Thanks for the advice!

[@cindyperoceschi5360]

Thank You Sweetheart ❤️

[@sagepreaumx9903]

I found the rocks to be so bumpy I couldn't even draw a straight line. I have no idea how people make such integrate designs. Taping it off didn't work nor did painting a base coat make a difference. How do you prep so that I can do a good drawing on them?

[@RockPainting101]

If you're dealing with really bumpy rocks then you will want to go with pour painting or something more abstract. Some people will use a putty to fill the stones, but you could just try to find better rocks to start with! River rocks from landscaping companies are very affordable and there are options online for ordering too.

[@sheilarawlings2040]

This was GREAT FRIEND!!!!!!

[@sammellor1]

My paint starts to bubble when there outside, what varnish would be best to use x

[@RockPainting101]

Make sure you seal the whole rock. Are you able to use a spray on where you live? Here is a post that talks about my favorite sealers... rockpainting101.com/best-sealer-painted-rocks/

[@sagepremoe1565]

I have had no success in painting rocks so they look good. The pock marks blur everything. Is here a base coat that will take the tiny dips out and make it smooth for painting?

[@RockPainting101]

I know there are those that use wood putty to fill in bumps on their rocks and then sand them down. I just opt for getting smoother rocks myself :) River rocks are usually a good option from local landscaping supply shops.

[@StorybooksKingdom]

What paint can I use to color big rocks outdoors?

[@RockPainting101]

You could use acrylics just make sure to seal it well. They do make outdoor paints as well. Might hold up better for long term exposure to the elements.

[@trjbn8306]

Are there any homemade sealer options?

[@RockPainting101]

Not that I am aware of.

[@patsprengel9078]

Can you tell me what the difference is between resin and acrylic sealant?

[@RockPainting101]

Resin is thicker and you have to mix it before you use it. We have more information about it in this post. rockpainting101.com/resin-painted-rocks/ There are lot of spray on and even brush on sealers you can use as well.

[@aurinslady7119]

You can also buy the rocks at a Home Depot. I now know this because my fil just brought a bag home as a suprise for mil.

[@RockPainting101]

Yes! Just watch out for the ones with the waxy coating. Those are no good. Happy Painting!!

[@aurinslady7119]

@@RockPainting101 Thanks for the tip! We plan on washing them pretty good to start but we'll make sure to keep an eye out.

[@ekalinroche6150]

What kind of brushes dot you use?

[@RockPainting101]

Really I just have a bunch of random ones I have purchased over the years. One multi-pack I bought is in our shop that has a lot of good sizes for rock painting - amzn.to/2UNZ6v5

[@sheilarawlings2040]

Omg I soooooo WANT YOUR SHIRT!!!!!!!!

[@RockPainting101]

Isn’t it great?!?! We sell them in our Etsy shop 😊

[@mrspastry53]

I use the markers for more control

[@RockPainting101]

Yes they really help!!

[@anedyarahmahutami7940]

Can i use gouache for this?

[@RockPainting101]

You can honestly use just about any medium for rock painting. As long as you seal it before placing outdoors :)

[@MarciaB12]

I love paunt pens. I have acrylic