Rock Painting for Beginners - by Christine Rechl (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Turn rocks into treasures -- to display at home or to give to your friends! Using pens, markers, paints and brushes and the simple lessons in this book, you will be able to turn inexpensive stones into gorgeous works of art that everyone will love. Design expert Christine Rechl provides all the information you'll need to get started, including a few simple tips and techniques and over 50 inspiring designs in 225 colour photographs."--

Book Synopsis

Turn rocks and stones into tiny treasures--to display at home or to give to your friends!

Using pens, markers, paints, brushes, and the simple lessons in this book, you'll be able to turn stones into gorgeous works of art that everyone will love. Design expert Christine Rechl provides all the information you'll need to get started, including a few simple tips and techniques and over 50 inspiring designs in 225 color photographs.

For aspiring artists of all ages, the simple instructions and examples in this book show you how to create:

• A menagerie of cuddly cats, shaggy sheep and adorable dogs--even unicorns!
• Funny faces, cartoon characters and kooky caricatures
• Kaleidoscopic patterns made up of spirals, squiggles, dots and lines
• Meditative mandalas, runes, oracle stones, amulets and lucky charms
• And many more creative designs!

Create a colorful rock display in your home or send an inspiring message to a friend. Painted rocks make perfect gifts and keepsakes to treasure forever!

Review Quotes

"I love that this simple craft can be done by people of all ages and this book is one of the clearest tutorials I have seen." --Crafty Moms Share blog

"An ideal DIY introduction to the art and craft of a distinctive and fun craft/hobby." --Midwest Book Review

"Colorful examples and the author's enthusiasm and encouragement will inspire plenty of readers to give this accessible creative activity a try." --Library Journal

About the Author

Christine Rechl designs home decor, textiles, wrapping papers and porcelains when she's not writing a new book. She lives in Coburg, Germany, with her family and is the author of many books, including 1,001 Very Easy Design Motifs, Creative Beading, Magical Stones: 30 Symbols, Oracles and Spirit Animals to Paint and Favorite Phrases: Sayings, Messages and Quotes Painted on Stone.