How To Make Beautiful Kindness Rocks Using Spray Paint

How to make beautiful kindness rocks
using spray paint

Learn how to use spray paint to make beautiful kindness rocks! From hiding to
gifting, you will want to check out this amazing technique.
Unique rock painting ideas using spray paint

There are so many places to get inspired for rock painting ideas! Instagram is
FULL of amazing artists that are spreading kindness rocks all over the country!
Today we want to share with you Rocks of Joy. Kelly has been painting rocks
for a little over a year.
Kelly loves to place her painted rocks down in beaches and parks. She also
gives them away or sells them in her Etsy shop.
What makes her rocks stand out to us is the way she creates a base coat with
spray paint! Genius!
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How to base coat rocks with spray paint!

Make sure your rocks do not have any film on them. This way the paint adheres
properly. Sometimes rocks purchased have a wax coating on them. This needs
to be removed prior to painting.
Grab a paint with a primer in it. This way you will only need one coat of paint.
Place your rocks in a cardboard box. As long as you don’t oversaturate them
they shouldn’t drip and stick. If they do just peel them off.
To get a fun gradient effect start by spraying at an angle on one side. Don’t
stand too close!
Then come from the other direction with a different color. Remember you can
always add more paint so don’t go too heavy too fast.
Dry time is usually around half an hour depending on the weather. Humidity
makes it take a bit longer. Leaving them to dry overnight is best just like any
other base coating method.
Kindness Rocks Ideas from Rocks of Joy

You can put so many phrases on your kindness rocks so be sure to follow Rocks
of Joy’s Instagram for endless inspiration. Here are just a few ideas to get you
started!
We hope you decide to create some beautiful rocks to spread joy around where
you live!

Learn how to paint rocks with the answers to the top 5 most asked
questions by rock painting beginners. From where I buy rocks to what I
use to finish them.
How to paint rocks
I’ve been painting rocks for a while. It started when I joined a local rock
hiding group. I thought it would just be a fun activity to do with my kids
during their summer break. We started having rock painting parties with
the neighbor kids and taking my niece and nephews out hunting while
they visited. This is a great site with fun rock painting ideas for kids that
gave me loads of inspiration. I kept getting sucked in, and now I’m more
into the hobby than my kids are (even though they still enjoy it).
With rock painting, I am able to take my artistic skills to a new level.
I founded a rock painting group for beginners and realized how many
people had questions and wanted inspiration for EASY rock painting
ideas. Sure there are loads of videos and Pins with intricate and
gorgeous painted rocks. But we wanted something a bit more attainable.
Less stressful. More fun! You can learn a little more about me and my
rock painting journey here. Every day, our email subscribers and
Facebook followers ask questions about how to paint rocks.
I’ve gathered up the most frequently asked questions and answered
them for you here.
The following 5 questions get asked at least daily. So if you’re asking the
question, don’t worry, you’re not alone!
Plus you’ve come to the right place because Rock Painting 101 is all
about the stone painting newbie.
Where do you get all those rocks?
While you might grab your first few rocks on a neighborhood stroll, you
will soon find that this is not a sustainable way of getting rocks to paint.
I like to visit a local landscaping business. They let me go and pick out a
bucket full of rocks for a reasonable price. This way I can pick the shape
and size I like!
The top thing I look for is a nice smooth rock. For more information about
the landscaping stores, check out this post!
If you are unable to get out and about to a landscaping store you can
also order rocks online! Check out some of our favorite rocks to order
online here!
Do I need a base coat for my rocks?

To base coat or not to base coat…It really just depends on your
preference.
Some rocks I simply rinse and give a good scrub under water, allow to
dry, and then paint!
Others I give a quick base coat on one side, usually black or white, and
then go.
If I really want to get fancy (this doesn’t happen often) I will give it a nice
and even 360 base coat.
What kind of paint do you use for rock

painting?
Pick supplies you are comfortable using. If you have been painting for
years then a brush and acrylics might be your cup of tea. If you prefer to
doodle on a pad of paper, paint pens might be your way to go. There is
no “right” or “wrong” way to create painted rocks. I personally LOVE to
use Posca brand paint pens. Check out why I think Posca paint pens are
perfect for beginners here!
How do you seal your rocks?
There are lots of different options out there to seal your rock painting
masterpiece.
I am personally a fan of spray on sealers. I can do a whole bunch of
rocks at once, it’s affordable, and it does a great job.
Here are a few tips on how to seal your rocks:
 Look for a sealer that is weather resistant and non-yellowing.
 Make sure to spray from at least 10 inches back
 Start with a light coat. You can add a second and even third coat
after.
 Always make a tester rock by adding a bit of whatever medium you
decorate your rocks with and giving them a quick spray. This way you
know that your artwork won’t run.
Check out the rest of my tips for sealing painted rocks here!
To see several brands and types that I recommend, check out
our favorite sealants for painted rocks.
What do you do with your painted rocks?
Your new hobby is about to be taking over your kitchen table, desk,
and/or the arm of your couch. You need to have a plan for what to do
with them all!
I hide mine locally. Here are a few more ideas for what to do with
your beautifully painted rocks.
 Donate them to hospitals.
 Join a local rock group. To find yours, search your city or town and
the word “rocks” on Facebook. These are great communities filled with
amazing rockers just like you!
 Participate in The Kindness Rocks Project
 Give them as gifts
 Decorate your home (just don’t turn into a rock hoarder!!)
Do you have a question about how to paint
rocks?
These 5 questions are just the tip of the iceberg. From different painting
techniques to drawing animals on rocks, there is so much to rock
painting.
Which is why I’m loving this hobby so much! You don’t have to be a
mandala expert to enjoy this craft.
I’m are so glad you starting this new hobby. You will meet so many
friendly faces along the way.
The rock painting community is full of helpful individuals ready to answer
questions. All you need to do is ask!!

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using spray paint

Unique rock painting ideas using spray paint

How to base coat rocks with spray paint!

Kindness Rocks Ideas from Rocks of Joy

Where do you get all those rocks?

Do I need a base coat for my rocks?

What kind of paint do you use for rock

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