Mandala Rock Painting: Complete and easy step-by-step class

Name: Mandala Rock Painting: Complete and easy step-by-step class
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Breakdown of all the steps, tools, supplies, and techniques to paint a beautiful mandala rock

Created byMary Thompson

Last updated 7/2020

English

What you'll learn

Learn how to paint a beautiful mandala rock and about the tools, paints, and other supplies required.

Course content

6 sections • 24 lectures • 1h 34m total length

Introduction0:52
Welcome to this course on Mandala Rock Painting. Here's an introduction to the pattern and techniques I'll be covering in the lessons.
Supplies: Required and Optional3:11
Learn about all the different supplies you can use to paint mandala rocks. Although the basics include paint and some dotting tools, you may want to consider some other supplies that make your rock painting easier and last longer. Download the supply list in the Resources section of this lecture.
Supplies: Paint Options2:21
Although acrylic paints are best to use for your mandala rocks, there are a variety of options when selecting paint. This lessons will cover the differences and the advantages/disadvantages of each.
Supplies: Dotting Tools Options4:35
Learn about the different styles of dotting tools and the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
Rock Selection1:30
Learn where to find rocks perfect for your rock painting project and what type of rock to select.
Preparation: Table surface preparation and rock cleaning1:46
Wash your rock and place it on a stable non-stick surface to help and protect your design.

Project Colors1:25
Learn the technique of of choosing adjacent colors from a color wheel for your mandala rock painting project.
Paint Fluidity / Thickness6:34
Learn about and how to achieve the desired fluidity of your paints for mandala rock painting.
Painting the Background4:56
A background for your mandala pattern can really make the colors pop. Here's how to choose a background size, create the circle, and paint the background.
Mandala Pattern Demo: Halfway Technique4:22
The mandala pattern is quite easy to master ones you learn the technique. Follow this simple method. In this lesson, I'll demonstrate the pattern on paper so you can conceptualize the process before painting.

Drawing Guidelines and Painting the Center Dot7:09
Although not required to create a mandala rock, guidelines can be useful to help with symmetry and keeping the rings of dots very circular. Here's how to use the stencil. We'll also begin to paint the mandala starting with the center dot.
Painting the First Ring of Dots3:28
This first ring of dots will circle your center dot and be the foundation of building your mandala pattern.
Second Ring of Dots: Adding Color and Changing Size3:06
How to correctly place the second ring of dots, add color to your palette, and select a dotting tool size.
Third Ring of Dots: Changing Color4:29
How to correctly place the third ring of dots, mix colors into your gradient, and select a dotting tool size.
Fourth Ring of Dots: Changing Color and Size2:06
Painting your forth ring of dots, mix additional colors into your gradient, and select a dotting tool size.

Walking Dots: New Dotting Style Around the Fifth, Sixth, and Last Ring of Dots13:04
Double Dots/Layered Dot7:36
Learn the double dot layering technique to create metallic dot effects in mandala rock painting, using gold and other colors, with tips on color choices, dot size, and durability.
Comma Design Strokes2:05
Learn comma design strokes with a ball head dotting tool, dip two-thirds to three-quarters, touch down to start the part, and drag to thin to a point for ring patterns.
Fixing Mistakes2:52
Rock Bottom: Painting the Underside of your Rock4:23

Drying time and Oven Curing2:36
Sealing Rocks: Waterproofing and Protecting your Design8:15
Seal mandala rocks to make them waterproof, choosing matte or glossy finishes. Apply thin coats of outdoor Mod Podge after oven curing, then clear coat and dry.
Cleaning and Reusing Palettes1:04
Clean paint palettes by washing immediately or letting them dry, then pry out the dried pieces with a fingernail, reuse disposable dessert trays, and enjoy easy cleanup.

Requirements

No prerequisites or requirements

Description

Learn to easily paint a beautiful mandala rock like a pro. There's no "stone" left unturned in this complete step-by-step mandala rock painting course.

Learn about all the supplies, which ones are optional, and the advantages of different options. Paint with precision using the easy "halfway technique" to creating your mandala pattern. See how the color wheel can help you choose a beautiful gradient color pattern. Learn intermediate/advanced dotting techniques like walking dots, double dots/layering dots, and comma strokes. I'll even share some different ways you can turn your rock painting into a business.

Who this course is for:

Arts and crafts enthusiasts
People looking for a relaxing hobby
Entrepreneurs who would like to start a local or online business selling mandala jewelry or beautiful garden and home decorations.
People who what to learn how to make gifts for friends
Mandala Rock Painting: Complete and easy step-by-step class
Entrepreneurs who would like to instruct others how to paint mandala rocks in an art class.

Mandala Rock Painting: Complete and easy step-by-step class

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Introduction6 lectures • 14min

Painting your Rock: Basics and First Steps4 lectures • 17min

Painting your Rock: Mandala Dotting5 lectures • 20min

Painting Your Rock: Other Techniques/Dotting Styles5 lectures • 30min

Finishing and Cleaning up3 lectures • 12min

And more1 lecture • 1min

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