by Dawn Harper
I started painting rocks as a fun activity to do with my kids. I found out that I was pretty good at painting. I have never been good at art before. I cannot draw. Even my handwriting is messy, so I was surprised to see how easy painting was for me. I am not saying that I am an accomplished artist, but I am pretty proud of my painted rocks. I have no formal training. This was started on a whim and my kids really enjoy the activity. We love finding painted treasures and hiding new one. My kids usually give me requested items to paint like cartoon characters or mythical creatures, but I like the dark and unusual myself.
I also love classic rock. I grew up listening to the Rolling
Stones, Ozzy Osborne, Kiss, and Queen. When I listen to music it is always
classic rock and roll. So I thought it would be funny to make my own “Rock
Band.” Meaning, painted rocks of rock bands. Get it? I started painting some of
my favorite bands and I have slowly expanded my collection. I also collect dark
and morbid curios. I love skulls and all things gothic and unusual. So, I
decided to paint some popular characters as voodoo dolls. I hope you enjoy my
collection.
I painted my favorite bands that I am slowly adding to. But, I also paint skulls, dragons, dinosaurs, and horror related themed items. I usually have a ton of rocks for Halloween. I turned some of my favorite movie characters into voodoo dolls which I find humorous. This collection is mine. They are my favorites, and I don’t want to hide them. However, I do re-paint these characters from time to time to share. So, if you are out and about and you see a spooky rock painting, I hope you think of me and smile.
