30 inspiring designs and step-by-step instructions to transform stones - natural finds - into colorful works of art are made easy with this straightforward guide. The author, a renowned stone artist and experienced archaeologist, presents step-by-step instructions for 30 inspiring designs. Through numerous images, she demonstrates in detail how elegant motifs can be created on stones, ranging from flowers and animals to mandalas, geometric patterns, and abstract forms, all at varying difficulty levels for beginners as well as advanced hobby artists. Starting with the basic painting techniques - including the selection of stones, tools, and colors - the author introduces a range of techniques for painting stones in interesting ways and ensuring the artworks are durable in the end.