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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

Bob Ross relaxes viewers and encourages the painting hobbyist in THE BEST OF THE JOY OF PAINTING. Using his "wet-on-wet" technique, Bob paints natural scenes with bold strokes across the canvas, from cascading waterfalls to snow-covered forests. Bob Ross’ calm disposition and easy-to-follow instruction remind viewers that “there are no mistakes, only happy accidents.”

Alpine Meadow

26m 34s

Spring has sprung in the crisp mountain air of this alpine meadow. Paint along with Nicholas Hankins as we explore an expansive view of a Bob Ross snowcapped mountain.

Episodes

  • Alpine Meadow: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Alpine Meadow

    S40 E4040 - 26m 34s

    Spring has sprung in the crisp mountain air of this alpine meadow. Paint along with Nicholas Hankins as we explore an expansive view of a Bob Ross snowcapped mountain.

  • Evening Waterfall: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Evening Waterfall

    S40 E4039 - 26m 55s

    Once again Bob Ross shares his truly unique painting technique as he creates a fantastic waterfall on black canvas.

  • Northern Lights: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Northern Lights

    S40 E4038 - 27m 28s

    On a black background, Bob Ross creates an incredible scene with mountain, cabin and the notorious lights of the northern sky.

  • Dock Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Dock Scene

    S40 E4037 - 27m 12s

    An abandoned fishing boat hugs an old dockside pier and as always, Bob Ross completes the scene in less than thirty minutes!

  • Cabin in the Woods: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Cabin in the Woods

    S40 E4036 - 26m 6s

    Happen upon a lonely little cabin deep in the dark forest. Mysteries unfold in a Bob Ross black canvas masterpiece!

  • Woodland Peace: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Woodland Peace

    S40 E4035 - 26m 34s

    The warmth of the morning sun illuminates this inviting Bob Ross styled woodland scene, replete with tall fir trees and a sun dappled path. Nicholas Hankins shows us how.

  • Hidden Stream: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Hidden Stream

    S40 E4034 - 27m

    A real Bob Ross painting favorite that pleases the eye -- large old tree, small trickling stream and textured ground.

  • Mountain Glory: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mountain Glory

    S40 E4033 - 27m 21s

    Bob Ross paints magnificent background mountains and nearby greenery -- all in one beautiful landscape scene.

  • Night Light: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Night Light

    S40 E4032 - 26m 26s

    A lighthouse has been the saving grace for many a sailor during the night. Visit this stormy coastline with Bob Ross!

  • Dark Waterfall: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Dark Waterfall

    S40 E4031 - 27m 6s

    Watch Bob Ross and his amazing paint brushes create a wonderful little waterfall in the middle of an early autumn forest.

  • Midnight Breaker: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Midnight Breaker

    S40 E4030 - 26m 34s

    The glow of a midnight moon yields brilliant jewel tones in the surging surf of this dramatic Bob Ross seascape, painted masterfully by Nicholas Hankins today.

  • Covered Bridge: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Covered Bridge

    S40 E4029 - 26m 33s

    Bob Ross paints a country covered-bridge without disturbing the lovely forest background. A painting you won't want to miss!

Schedule

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    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Sunset Aglow

    Saturday
    Jun 1

    30 Minutes

    A sunset amid purple skies.
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    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Crimson Tide

    Saturday
    Jun 8

    30 Minutes

    A mood-filled seascape on black canvas.
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    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Triple View

    Saturday
    Jun 15

    30 Minutes

    A small cabin sits under a mountain range.

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