Rock Art

Rock Art is the decoration of stones and rocks using their unique shapes and sizes to transform them into new existences far removed from those of their origins. Round rocks become a quaint frog family resting on flat rocks painted to look like lily pads complete with little lady bugs made from small pebbles. Flat stones morph into pansies that can rival real ones, and large round rocks are painted to look like pumpkins that can take their place beside the real ones in your vegetable basket! Rock art is a triumph of trompe d’oeil!

Rock Art is the creation of area artists Joyce Noel and Joan Bond. Both are skilled and highly talented craftswomen. Joyce Noel has had years of experience in various artistic mediums and is a teacher of tole painting and folk painting. Joan Bond is a former student of Joyce and an artist in her own right. They both got the idea for their venture together when Joan introduced Joyce to a book on rock art – and the rest is history! Utilizing the use of colour, shading, and flair to each piece, this team has brought their art to a point of perfection producing objects of true whimsy and extraordinary beauty.

Rock Art is the decoration of stones and rocks using their unique shapes and sizes to transform them into new existences far removed from those of their origins. Round rocks become a quaint frog family resting on flat rocks painted to look like lily pads complete with little lady bugs made from small pebbles. Flat stones morph into pansies that can rival real ones, and large round rocks are painted to look like pumpkins that can take their place beside the real ones in your vegetable basket! Rock art is a triumph of trompe d’oeil!

Their rock eggs-in-a-basket is just perfect for a kitchen table centrepiece or counter-top accent, and their clay tray of cacti will add a delightful surprise to any indoor garden. Joyce has a charming village of rock cottages that add a touch of country charm to decor, displayed individually or in a cluster for table-top or shelf. The perfect gift for the person who has everything, make Rock Art a special treat for yourself or a surprise for family and friends – they’re sure to brighten anyone’s day!

Contact Joyce or Joan at (506) 386-6656, or visit them at the Marché Moncton Market where they’ll be one week each in October and November and twice in December. Among the finest craftspeople our area has to offer, Joyce and Joan can be proud indeed of the excellent standard and quality of their work. Seek out the offerings of Rock Art – you’ll be charmed, delighted, and surprised!