Episode 1
Meadow Lake
26m
Glide into this scenic world of green trees and bushes reflecting into calm waters. Bob Ross paints both gentle beauty and almighty power.
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The Joy of Painting
1983NR31 seasons8.5 / 10
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The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross could complete a painting in half an hour, the intent of the show was not to teach viewers "speed painting". Rather, he intended for viewers to learn certain techniques within the time that the show was allotted. The show began on January 11, 1983, and lasted until May 17, 1994, a year before Ross' death.
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The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross could complete a painting in half an hour, the intent of the show was not to teach viewers "speed painting". Rather, he intended for viewers to learn certain techniques within the time that the show was allotted. The show began on January 11, 1983, and lasted until May 17, 1994, a year before Ross' death.
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Episode 2
Winter Sun
26m
Find the glistening sun peeking through the trees in this wintery scene; Bob Ross creates a cold day warmed by daystar radiance.
Episode credits
Directed by Sally Schenck
Episode 3
Ebony Sea
26m
As the night settles over a rocky coast, Bob Ross gives you a warm glow still in the sky – a painting achieved on black canvas.
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Episode 4
Shades of Grey
26m
Bundle up and endure the cold weather in this snow filled adventure; Bob Ross paints a wintry mountain scene using only Grey and White tones.
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Episode 5
Autumn Splendor
26m
The fall breeze rustles in the trees as you rest your feet in crisp still waters. Discover the joys of nature in this Bob Ross painting.
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Episode 6
Black River
26m
In this painting Bob Ross emphasizes a slow river winding around colorful foliage, with the final embers of sunlight ahead.
Episode credits
Directed by Sally Schenck
Episode 7
Brown Mountain
26m
Swim in the warm water, nap in the luxurious green grass – today Bob Ross creates a wonderful summer mountain scene.
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Episode 8
Reflections
26m
Truly picture perfect. A bright day and still water combine to make amazing mirrored images throughout this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece.
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Episode 9
Black and White Seascape
26m
An approaching storm and dramatic sky set the mood for this unique seascape. Bob Ross uses a canvas painted half black and half white.
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Episode 10
Lazy River
26m
Take a relaxing walk with Bob Ross through a bright green grassy forest, where a smooth crystal waterway flows so, so quietly.
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Episode 11
Black Waterfall
26m
Hear the sounds of a bubbling stream and distant waterfall against the most tumultuous of all skies; a spectacular Bob Ross painting.
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Episode 12
Mountain Waterfall
26m
Slip away into a wondrous plush green forest where Bob Ross creates an almost invisible mountain overlooking a falling stream.
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Episode 13
Final Grace
26mfinale
Beautiful foliage and fierce skies with an almighty mountain overlooking a calm lake. Watch Bob Ross paint this challenging scene.
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More about The Joy of Painting
Cast
Bob RossSelf - HostDorothy DentHerself
Diane AndréHerself
Audrey GoldenHerself
Joyce OrtnerHerself
Ferne SiroisHerself
Ben StahlHimself
John ThammHimself
Credits
- Created by
- Bob Ross
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Documentary
- Episodes
- 403
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
PBSUnited States- WIPBUnited States
- Bob Ross Inc.
Themes
admiringartartistbeardcalmoil paintingpainterpainting
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