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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.”

Northern Lights

27m 28s

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

Episodes

  • Pastel Winter: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Pastel Winter

    S35 E3516 - 27m 20s

    Bob Ross paints snow covered mountains, trees and grounds.

  • New Day's Dawn: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    New Day's Dawn

    S35 E3515 - 27m 37s

    The colorful beauty of a sunrise can be enjoyed in this Bob Ross painting of a cabin.

  • Mystic Mountains: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mystic Mountains

    S35 E3514 - 27m 41s

    Bob Ross paints an inviting scene with snow covered mountains and a glass-like lake.

  • Rippling Waters: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Rippling Waters

    S35 E3513 - 27m 54s

    Bob Ross reflects the peacefulness of a gently flowing stream and a colorful sky.

  • Southwest Serenity: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Southwest Serenity

    S35 E3512 - 27m 58s

    Bob Ross paints a pathway through a dry landscape with soft pastel skies above.

  • Enchanted Forest: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Enchanted Forest

    S35 E3511 - 27m 45s

    Bob Ross awakens the imagination as he paints a narrow path through a canopy of trees.

  • Double Oval Stream: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Double Oval Stream

    S35 E3510 - 27m 54s

    A peaceful forest scene with water tumbling over stones amid fall foliage.

  • Seascape Fantasy: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Seascape Fantasy

    S35 E3509 - 27m 34s

    Bob Ross paints a seascape full of pastel colors above the power of crashing waves.

  • Winter Lace: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Winter Lace

    S35 E3508 - 27m 14s

    Bob Ross paints with pastel colors against the white of winter snow.

  • Golden Morning Mist: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Golden Morning Mist

    S35 E3507 - 27m 25s

    Bob Ross paints the dawning of a new day in this quiet forest glen.

  • Majestic Peaks: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Majestic Peaks

    S35 E3506 - 27m 25s

    A snow covered mountain range complete with a tranquil lake and soft green brush.

  • Autumn Distinction: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Autumn Distinction

    S35 E3505 - 27m 27s

    Summer fades into colors of golds, reds and yellows as Bob Ross paints a walking path through the trees leading down to a peaceful lake.

Schedule

  • The Best of the Joy of Painting: TVSS: Iconic

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Island Paradise

    Saturday
    May 4

    30 Minutes

    Tropical island shores.
  • The Best of the Joy of Painting: TVSS: Iconic

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Mountain Exhibition

    Saturday
    May 11

    30 Minutes

    A scene features mountains and the sky.

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