Rock family portraits are a creative and whimsical way to celebrate family memories. You can craft a unique decorative and personal keepsake with just a few materials.
What You’ll Need
- Rocks of various shapes and sizes (for bodies, heads, and accessories)
- Acrylic paints in a variety of colours
- Paint markers or fine brushes for details
- Googly eyes or yarn for extra features (optional)
- Strong glue for assembly
- Canvas, wood slice, or a sturdy base for display
Step 1: Collect and Prepare Your Rocks
Gather rocks of different sizes to represent each family member.
Clean the rocks with soapy water and allow them to dry completely.
Choose larger rocks for bodies and smaller, rounder ones for heads.
Step 2: Paint the Body Rocks
Use acrylic paint to create clothing designs on the body rocks.
- Paint simple patterns or solid colours to represent each person’s style.
- Let the base layer dry before adding extra details like buttons or belts.
Step 3: Paint the Heads
Choose flesh-toned paint to match the neck area of the body rock.
Paint a smaller, rounder rock for each head.
Allow the paint to dry before moving on to details.
Step 4: Add Facial Features and Hair
Use paint markers or fine brushes to draw facial features like eyes, noses, and smiles.
For a playful touch, attach googly eyes or glue small pieces of yarn to create hair.
Customise each head to reflect your family members’ unique characteristics.
Step 5: Assemble Your Rock Family
Arrange the painted rocks on a canvas or wood slice, creating a family portrait layout.
Use strong glue to secure each rock to the base, ensuring they’re positioned firmly.
Add extra elements like a painted background, grass, or a family pet made from smaller rocks.
Step 6: Display Your Rock Portrait
Once securely glued and dry, place your rock family portrait on a shelf, wall, or mantelpiece.
This creative project turns simple stones into a meaningful keepsake, celebrating family in a fun and memorable way.
