
Humans have been carving and drawing on rocks for thousands of years.
Find rocks in your neighborhood and use them as a canvas to make beautiful art of your own!
YOU WILL NEED
- Flat rocks (river rocks are nice and smooth)
- Soap and sponge
- Paint, paintbrushes
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Real explorer tips!
STEPS
1. Get inspired with these weird nature photos.
2. Clean your rocks with soap and sponge to make sure they are clean.
3. Start painting! Choose non-toxic paints.
4. Display your rocks in a garden or bring them inside to use as a paperweight or decoration.


Photographs by Lori Epstein, NG Staff
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