How to paint a rock
HAVERFORD >> Rock artist April Lynn, a member of the Delaware Valley Rocks group, gives advice on painting rocks. Here are a few of her tips.
Paints: Regular acrylic paint or enamel acrylic paints. The enamel is thicker in consistency for better coverage. These paints can be found at any craft store such as Michael’s, AC Moore, Joann Fabrics and even Walmart.
Paint Markers: Oil-based paint markers are the best. You can find them at any art store; however there is a brand only sold online called POSCA. You can find it on Amazon.
Sealer: Many people prefer different methods to “seal” a rock which keeps the paint from weathering off. Outdoor Mod Podge works, which you can find at any art/craft store and the Dollar Tree store. Clear nail polish works well for smaller rocks fast and dries great indoors (please note it does give off a strong odor before it’s completely dried).
Glazing spray: you can find these at any craft store and any Home Depot or Lowes in the spray paint section. There are two types to look for from any manufacturer, gloss or matte. Matte does not give off shine. Gloss, however, gives a glazed shiny look to your piece. These aerosol sprays must be used outside due to fumes. There are many brands including Rustoleum, Krylon etc.
Paint brushes: You can use any kind. Based on your project choose an appropriate thickness. You can find brushes at dollar stores; craft stores even supermarkets (note your craft stores also carry higher
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