Spooktacular Halloween Dot Art: Fun Rock Painting Craft for Kids!

Get ready for a spooky Halloween dot art craft that’s perfect for kids of all ages! This creative rock painting activity is a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit while also boosting fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Whether you’re crafting with little hands or entertaining older kids, this Halloween dot art project is sure to be a hit. Plus, it’s an easy set-up with endless possibilities for creating spooky Halloween friends like bats, ghosts, and black cats.

This spooky Halloween craft is a part of our Halloween Rock Painting Series called, 31 Days of Halloween Rock Painting Ideas, check it out for more boo-tiful rock painting ideas.

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Dot art, also known as pointillism, is a fun and easy set-up that works wonders for developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Using dot markers, cotton swabs, or sponge tips is a great way for young learners and 1st graders to create fun designs while strengthening their fine motor skills.

Get Creative with Dot art Tools

When it comes to dotting tools, you can get crafty and use almost anything! I’ve tried everything from bobby pins and pencil erasers to hardware nails. If it has a point, you can make dots with it! And for those extra spooky Halloween friends, try using pom poms for a textured effect or candy corn colors to make it festive.

Rock Painting for Beginners

If you’re new to rock painting, go to Start Here to get all the beginner rock painting tips and find out the best tools and supplies to use!

Start by searching in your own backyard for rocks to paint. Public areas such as parks and hiking trails are great places to find rocks.

•  It’s against the law to remove rocks or even leave your painted rocks in National or State Parks.
•  You can even try home improvement stores, a local garden center, or stone yard to purchase your rocks.
• Next, it’s time to clean the rocks using soapy water to remove dust or dirt. Let them dry completely before starting the project.

MATERIALS You’ll NEED:

• Rocks
• Acrylic Craft Paint
• Paintbrush
• Dotting Tools (or get creative with Q-tips and pencils!)
• Paint Palette
• Clear Sealer Spray

Halloween Dot Art Craft Tutorials

Ghost Dot Art Rock Painting

1. Start with a hauntingly fun way to make this ghost dot art. Paint your rock with gray acrylic paint for background and let it dry.
2. Draw a ghost, paint it white, and add dots around it using fun Halloween colors.

Bat Dot Art Rock Painting

1.  For this spooky creature, paint the rock with black acrylic paint for the background and let it dry.
2. Use a pencil to sketch out a bat or trace it with graphite paper.
3.  Then, outline the bat with various colors using dot markers or dotting tools. Work outward, creating dots of different sizes and colors.

Helpful Rock Painting Tips…

• There’s no right or wrong way to create dot art.
• Acrylic paint dries fast but is easy to clean off skin with soap and water, making it perfect for young children.
• Mix things up by using different tools like cotton swabs, pencil erasers, or dot markers to make dots of all shapes and sizes. The more variety, the more your design will pop with personality!
• Read 25 Hacks Every Artist Should Know for clothing stain removal tips.
• Once the dot art rocks are done, let the paint dry completely before spraying the clear sealer on the rocks.
• Follow the directions on the clear sealer spray and be sure to use in a well-ventilated area such as outside.

Now that you’re armed with all the tips and tricks, it’s time to get crafty and bring those spooky Halloween friends to life!

Whether you’re crafting with the little ones or finding a fun activity for the older kids, these Halloween dot art projects are a perfect way to dive into the Halloween spirit.

So, grab your rocks, dot markers, and whatever fun tools you can find, and let your creativity run wild.

Happy crafting and Happy Halloween!