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In addition, they are working with craft stores all over the country to organize "National Painting on Rocks Day".  Several of the stores that signed on to host events expressed a wish to have an experienced rock painter come to give guidance and support to new painters. The stores will be providing materials, but would probably appreciate input into the kinds of rocks needed. I am recommending that they stick to simple projects like fish, frogs, bugs, little cottages and turtles.
If this sounds like something you would enjoy doing, please contact me at linwell@cswnet.com as soon as possible and I will pass your name and location on to find out if there is a store in your area that is planning to participate. Several stores have stated that they are willing to pay a stipend, but it would be up to the individuals and stores to determine those details and make sure that there is an understanding as to what you will be doing, for how long, etc. I would suggest you plan on bringing
along samples of your work and make up some business cards to pass out. I am hoping that this opportunity will give many rockers a foot in the door to teaching more classes or getting exposure for their work.

I will have a tip sheet available that lays out how I prepare for and conduct rock painting workshops. Because these will be free sessions, students will tend to be very relaxed and excited to be trying something new, and presenters will mainly work as coaches or cheerleaders just to help them get started. You don't have to be an expert painter, just to have painted enough rocks to have an understanding of how simple pieces are done and the ability to be upbeat and enthusiastic (which seems to be a common trait among rock painters anyway).

With the economy appearing to wobble, the low cost aspect of rock painting could become an even more compelling reason for this art form to flourish.

Supply buying tip:  If you have one of those 'Everything is $1" stores, check out their paint brushes. I have been able to find sets of 4-5 of the stiff bristled white craft brushes that are perfect for scrubbing paint onto rocks for 20- 25 cents each that way.

My friend Maggie told me about Activpapier by Activa. It's a non-toxic, air drying clay type product that is excellent for making additions on rocks. Make sure you wet the rock surface thoroughly for proper adhesion when applying and keep the unused portion sealed up for future use.

I welcome your input and questions so feel free to drop me a note anytime.
Keep Rockin'
Lin

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