[.ca] Painting Flowers on Rocks (ISBN 0891349456)

Painting flowers on rocks is fun!!:
I got this book just before Christmas and was able to paint enough rocks to provide presents for my family and close friends. The author provides all the information you need, from how to choose the shape and size of rock for each project, how to prep it, how to layout the floral arrangement and then how to paint (step by step) realistic flowers and leaves. There are a variety of projects primroses, tulips, daisies, Hostas, petunias, daffodils, caladiums, pansies, mums, roses & flower baskets. I can't wait to start painting rocks for my own garden.

Most Fun I've Ever Had With Rocks:
I haven't painted since childhood and was shocked at the cost of canvas and "traditional" painting media. I happened upon this book, obtained some rocks from a friend's pasture and have been painting rocks ever since! We don't have the smooth river rocks in our local streams, so I go to a local rock yard to get them which yielded some excellent customers for my creations! I've had more fun painting in 3-D. The illustrations and directions are EXCELLENT! Anyone can do this with these great books!

IT'S THE BEST EVER:
I always like to come up with something new to do and paint and this is perfect. Some how to books are not always the best at showing you how to. This book goes in step by step and shows you great pictures of finished products.

Unbelievably easy and so much fun:
I never painted before and this past month I've painted eight rocks with results just like the photos in the book. I always knew that I had a talent for art, but never nurtured it because quite frankly, drawing or painting on two dimensional paper was very boring to me. However, this method is more interesting and fun. You paint on a three dimensional surface, rocks, that are free for the taking, and you can produce colorful, interesting, fun, and permanent pieces of art so quickly and easily. The minute I saw this book, it clicked for me, and I knew I had to give it a try. If you ever had aspirations to make art, but never did, try painting rocks with the help of this book. You just might surprise yourself with the results.

The Need for More Lin Wellford Books!!!!!:
I can't wait for more books from this author! Painting Flowers On Rocks is an awesome book! This book goes through different flowers, such as roses, tulips, primroses, petunias, etc. It demonstrates how steps are done to create the painting, with wonderful colored photos and simple instructions. I was very surprised that it really is easy. I started out painting tulips on slate and they weren't looking like much of anything. When I finished I was astonished to see a great looking painting in front of me. The tulips looked REAL. I really do like this book. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys flowers. If you are new to painting, this is the book to start with. The wording is so easy to understand! These rocks, and this book would make a great gift for anyone. Along with my real flowers, this summer I think I am going to have a section for a rock garden!