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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.”

Dock Scene

27m 12s

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

Episodes

  • Wilderness Day: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Wilderness Day

    S35 E3552 - 25m 28s

    Low glowing sun behind layers of thick, succulent foliage and ground cover.

  • In the Midst of Winter: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    In the Midst of Winter

    S35 E3551 - 25m 31s

    Join Bob Ross as he paints this beautifully blue-toned cabin vista.

  • Lake at the Ridge: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lake at the Ridge

    S35 E3550 - 25m 38s

    Guest artist Steve Ross shares his talents in this pretty mountain masterpiece.

  • Balmy Beach: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Balmy Beach

    S35 E3549 - 25m 34s

    Bob Ross drops a tropical seascape onto the canvas just before revealing a seashell shape.

  • Evergreen Valley: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Evergreen Valley

    S35 E3548 - 25m 40s

    Bob Ross layers will make you want to paint this verdurous mountain scene.

  • Trail’s End: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Trail’s End

    S35 E3547 - 25m 24s

    A cloudy big sky and a dense forest are the cozy background for this Bob Ross creation.

  • Bridge to Autumn: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bridge to Autumn

    S35 E3546 - 25m 11s

    The covered bridge is a perfect subject for today’s Bob Ross painting.

  • View from Clear Creek: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    View from Clear Creek

    S35 E3545 - 25m 38s

    Soft background mountains against velvety foothills and contrasting lush ground cover.

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

    Cabin in the Hollow

    S35 E3544 - 25m 26s

    A snowy blue and purple masterpiece with an old wooden home will make you a believer.

  • Tranquility Cove: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Tranquility Cove

    S35 E3543 - 25m 40s

    Bob Ross shows you the benefits of creating deep distance in a painting.

  • Winding Stream: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Winding Stream

    S35 E3542 - 25m 32s

    Bob Ross paints a layered landscape that will make your day quiet and comfortable.

  • Before the Snowfall: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Before the Snowfall

    S35 E3541 - 25m 20s

    A wintry spot complete with cozy cabin and evergreens.

Schedule

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

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Golden Glow of Morning

    Saturday
    Apr 27

    30 Minutes

    Reflections of a golden sun bursting into the day.
  • The Best of the Joy of Painting: TVSS: Iconic

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    A Spectacular View

    Saturday
    Apr 27

    30 Minutes

    A quaint little mountaintop home with a view of distant snow-covered mountains.
  • 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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