Rock Paintings by Roberto Rizzo

Rock Paintings by Roberto Rizzo

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Roberto Rizzo's rock paintings are like an updated version of the old pet-rock trend. In 1996 Rizzo started using acrylic paint to capture animal images that curve organically around the natural shape and imperfection of the stone surface used in place of canvas. The images are sweet and humorous, and like a pet or a rock, they beckon to be held.  
Walrus, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Walrus, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Pink flamingo, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Pink flamingo, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
 
Elephant, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Elephant, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Cheetah, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Cheetah, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Tortoise, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Tortoise, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Siamese cat, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Siamese cat, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Butterfly, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Butterfly, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Lizard, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Lizard, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Dendrobates, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Dendrobates, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Turtle and Wasp, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Turtle and Wasp, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Golden frog and fly, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Golden frog and fly, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   
Golden frog and fly, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
Golden frog and fly, paint on stone by Roberto Rizzo
   

8 Responses

  1. Petra Putzger

    Sooo wonderful!!!!

  2. Adriana Rolleri

    A geanious! Amazzing artist!

  3. Mary M. Stephens

    These are breath taking. I never seen such great paintings on a rock! Some of the pictures are like 3D style.

  4. Fabulous Work. I appreciate you talent and enjoy reviewing every brush stroke. Enough said!

  5. I absolutely LOVE your works. I have cats and adore all animals but you have caught the individual characters of each cat – you are truly wonderful – keep sharing your talent with the world, and me in particular. Well done. Bellissimo??? Ellen

  6. Patricia Royston

    I was surfing the net looking for inspiration as I paint stones myself. Loved your painted stones, I hope one day mine will be as good as yours. (Should I live so long). Best wishes.

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  8. They look 3-D! Amazing!

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