Cactus Painted Rock
If you're looking for a fun and creative project, why not try making a cactus painted rock? Painting rocks has become a popular craft activity, and adding a cheerful cactus design can really brighten up your space. All you need is a smooth rock, some colorful paints, and a paintbrush to bring your cactus to life. The best part is that you can let your imagination run wild with different shapes and patterns for your cactus, making each rock a unique piece of art. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, creating a cactus painted rock is a delightful way to express your creativity and add a touch of greenery to your decor. So grab your supplies and get ready to have some fun painting your very own prickly masterpiece!
Cactus Painted Rock Supplies
- Rocks – I used these rocks. I like the lighter color which is perfect for using paint pens on rocks without having to prep with a lighter background.
- Paint Pens – I used markers from this full set of Posca extra fine paint pens. Another great option for paint pens is this set which I often use as well.
Directions
- Start by drawing the basic design with a pencil directly on the rock.
- Using the darker green paint pen, start at the bottom of the cactus and color halfway up.
- Color in the top of the cactus with the light green pen.
- Go back with the dark green pen and color over the bottom of the light green color. The key is to make sure you work quickly before the paint dries. This technique is how you blend colors with paint pens.
- Add dark pink to the bottom of the flower pot.
- Add light pink to the top of the flower pot.
- Go back with the dark pink pen and add a layer over the bottom of the light pink area to blend.
- Add outline and cactus details in black.
- Add finishing details with white. This simple step is what will make the image stand out even more.
