Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
Let me take you step by step through this project. I'm going to slow way down and explain all the things I wish someone would have told me when I started. This is probably the best beginner's video I could have made. If you have any questions do leave a comment. I hope you find value in this tutorial and I hope it inspires you to paint... Anyone Can!
🎬 Beginner's Basics!
If you're looking to get started or elaborate further on something in this video you'll likely find that info right here! If not, let me know and we can go there together!
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvvhbAgqpVOlrMsH7r68dktDJlULlpM2K
🎬 Beginner's Tutorials:
Here's my ever growing playlist of step-by-step tutorials for new Dotters!
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvvhbAgqpVOmy4tfmJRXfvLAs4DnTe4kJ
Subscribe now because I'm just getting started!
⚠ DISCLAIMER:
I may earn commissions for purchases made through the links below. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. The Following Links will take you to Amazon or various stores that sell the product:
🔎 BEGINNER'S BASICS:
Chironal 24Pc Tool Kit on Amazon: amzn.to/4hTOnaC
White Watercolor Pencil on Amazon: amzn.to/4nHmHa0
👉🏻3.0 Mandala Brainstorm Stencil and Sketchbook Page Templates etsy.me/3ARyblr
Compass on Amazon: amzn.to/4qTb96w
Flexible Ruler on Amazon: amzn.to/3JziKq3
3" Stone Mold on Amazon: amzn.to/4nHpRKY
1" Flat Paint Brush on Amazon: amzn.to/481O1ey
High Gloss Varnish on Amazon: amzn.to/47GJixp
Regular Cotton Swabs on Amazon: amzn.to/4oWzoPf
Paints:
(Use Code: JADEL15 for 15%OFF at Decoart)
DecoArt Americana Set : decoart.com/products/americana-decor-chalky-finish-2oz?_pos=81&_sid=4fecd9e00&_ss=r&variant=49230513832169&sca_ref=11836419.QQHVDSowmnlke3R
DecoArt Dazzling Metallics Set: decoart.com/products/dazzling-metallics-24ct-starter-set?sca_ref=11836419.QQHVDSowmnlke3R
Other Supplies Mentioned:
Hole punch for Stencil: amzn.to/4nVbL8X
Fine Line Brush on Amazon 👉🏻 amzn.to/4ouYbu9
POSCA Ultra Fine Gold Markers on Amazon 👉🏻 amzn.to/4nu3B7d
Turn Tables: amzn.to/4penYXv
Paint Puck on Amazon: amzn.to/3XoptpY
Similar Artist's Torch on Amazon: amzn.to/48YP8cX
🎨YOUR ART:
If you have art that was inspired by one of my tutorials I'd love to see it! From the YouTube Mobile App Just go to my channel and "Go to Community" There it will let you make posts and include pictures! I can't wait to see your Art! Maybe I'll share it in a video at the end :)
💙Follow me on Facebook at Ja DeL facebook.com/ja.del.71271
👍🏻 Here's a couple of ways to support my art and my channel:
🧞♀️ My Amazon Wish List:
amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/204GN0PEK7SR2?ref_=wl_share
✔Join to become a *Channel Member* to gain access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCUFBPX4il3bf-BmL2LrUZRg/join
✔ Buy my Digital Downloads:
jadelrocks1.etsy.com
✔ Buy my art:
ebay.com/str/jadelrocks
🅿 Donate:
paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F8ARWTBEYZXAN
Other Info/Links:
🎵 I get my music here 👉🏻 share.epidemicsound.com/zguict
💻 Website: jadelrocks.com
📧 email me at jadelrocks@yahoo.com
📫 Send Mail to
JaDeL Rocks
P.O. Box 9023
Gosnell, AR 72319
Most tutorials just show you a design, but in this real-time guide, I show you the actual techniques: how to load your tool, how to fix bubbles, and how to get spot on symmetry every time.👇🏻0:00 Welcome & Getting Started
0:18 Choosing Your Surface (Art Stones)
0:47 Using a Turntable (Lazy Susan Hack)
1:30 How to Base Paint Your Stone
3:41 Creating Guidelines with a Stencil
5:32 How to Use a Compass for Rings
6:24 Adding Line Segments with a Flexible Ruler
8:42 Choosing Colors (Palette Setup)
9:52 The "Compass Trick" for a Perfect Center Dot
12:10 Using a Dotting Stylus vs. Rod
13:37 How to Fix Mistakes (Cotton Swab Hack)
15:10 Snuggling Dots Between Rows
16:11 Working with Larger Dotting Tools
21:05 Dealing with Air Bubbles (The Torch Method)
29:27 Removing Guidelines Safely
31:12 Top Dotting for a 3D Look 34:11
The "Two-Hand Steady" Technique
35:45 Changing Your Mind & Wiping Wet Paint
37:25 Finishing: Resin vs. Varnish
39:42 Step-by-Step Varnish Application
41:31 Final Reveal & Supply Recap
#JaDeLRocks
#RockPainting
#MandalaArt
Let me take you step by step through this project. I'm going to slow way down and explain all the things I wish someone would have told me when I started. This is probably the best beginner's video I could have made. If you have any questions do leave a comment. I hope you find value in this tutorial and I hope it inspires you to paint... Anyone Can!
🎬 Beginner's Basics!
If you're looking to get started or elaborate further on something in this video you'll likely find that info right here! If not, let me know and we can go there together!
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvvhbAgqpVOlrMsH7r68dktDJlULlpM2K
🎬 Beginner's Tutorials:
Here's my ever growing playlist of step-by-step tutorials for new Dotters!
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvvhbAgqpVOmy4tfmJRXfvLAs4DnTe4kJ
Subscribe now because I'm just getting started!
⚠ DISCLAIMER:
I may earn commissions for purchases made through the links below. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. The Following Links will take you to Amazon or various stores that sell the product:
🔎 BEGINNER'S BASICS:
Chironal 24Pc Tool Kit on Amazon: amzn.to/4hTOnaC
White Watercolor Pencil on Amazon: amzn.to/4nHmHa0
👉🏻3.0 Mandala Brainstorm Stencil and Sketchbook Page Templates etsy.me/3ARyblr
Compass on Amazon: amzn.to/4qTb96w
Flexible Ruler on Amazon: amzn.to/3JziKq3
3" Stone Mold on Amazon: amzn.to/4nHpRKY
1" Flat Paint Brush on Amazon: amzn.to/481O1ey
High Gloss Varnish on Amazon: amzn.to/47GJixp
Regular Cotton Swabs on Amazon: amzn.to/4oWzoPf
Paints:
(Use Code: JADEL15 for 15%OFF at Decoart)
DecoArt Americana Set : decoart.com/products/americana-decor-chalky-finish-2oz?_pos=81&_sid=4fecd9e00&_ss=r&variant=49230513832169&sca_ref=11836419.QQHVDSowmnlke3R
DecoArt Dazzling Metallics Set: decoart.com/products/dazzling-metallics-24ct-starter-set?sca_ref=11836419.QQHVDSowmnlke3R
Other Supplies Mentioned:
Hole punch for Stencil: amzn.to/4nVbL8X
Fine Line Brush on Amazon 👉🏻 amzn.to/4ouYbu9
POSCA Ultra Fine Gold Markers on Amazon 👉🏻 amzn.to/4nu3B7d
Turn Tables: amzn.to/4penYXv
Paint Puck on Amazon: amzn.to/3XoptpY
Similar Artist's Torch on Amazon: amzn.to/48YP8cX
🎨YOUR ART:
If you have art that was inspired by one of my tutorials I'd love to see it! From the YouTube Mobile App Just go to my channel and "Go to Community" There it will let you make posts and include pictures! I can't wait to see your Art! Maybe I'll share it in a video at the end :)
💙Follow me on Facebook at Ja DeL facebook.com/ja.del.71271
👍🏻 Here's a couple of ways to support my art and my channel:
🧞♀️ My Amazon Wish List:
amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/204GN0PEK7SR2?ref_=wl_share
✔Join to become a *Channel Member* to gain access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCUFBPX4il3bf-BmL2LrUZRg/join
✔ Buy my Digital Downloads:
jadelrocks1.etsy.com
✔ Buy my art:
ebay.com/str/jadelrocks
🅿 Donate:
paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F8ARWTBEYZXAN
Other Info/Links:
🎵 I get my music here 👉🏻 share.epidemicsound.com/zguict
💻 Website: jadelrocks.com
📧 email me at jadelrocks@yahoo.com
📫 Send Mail to
JaDeL Rocks
P.O. Box 9023
Gosnell, AR 72319
Most tutorials just show you a design, but in this real-time guide, I show you the actual techniques: how to load your tool, how to fix bubbles, and how to get spot on symmetry every time.👇🏻0:00 Welcome & Getting Started
0:18 Choosing Your Surface (Art Stones)
0:47 Using a Turntable (Lazy Susan Hack)
1:30 How to Base Paint Your Stone
3:41 Creating Guidelines with a Stencil
5:32 How to Use a Compass for Rings
6:24 Adding Line Segments with a Flexible Ruler
8:42 Choosing Colors (Palette Setup)
9:52 The "Compass Trick" for a Perfect Center Dot
12:10 Using a Dotting Stylus vs. Rod
13:37 How to Fix Mistakes (Cotton Swab Hack)
15:10 Snuggling Dots Between Rows
16:11 Working with Larger Dotting Tools
21:05 Dealing with Air Bubbles (The Torch Method)
29:27 Removing Guidelines Safely
31:12 Top Dotting for a 3D Look 34:11
The "Two-Hand Steady" Technique
35:45 Changing Your Mind & Wiping Wet Paint
37:25 Finishing: Resin vs. Varnish
39:42 Step-by-Step Varnish Application
41:31 Final Reveal & Supply Recap
#JaDeLRocks
#RockPainting
#MandalaArt
