Episode 1
Babbling Brook
25m
Join Bob Ross and experience the magic of early morning in an oval, as gentle trickles and splashes of a happy stream pierce the silence.
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TV series
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.
Cast, crew and production details
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
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Season 30 episodes
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Episode 2
Woodgrain View
25m
Bob Ross creates the illusion of luscious textured wood as you are invited to step into another dimension of mountains overlooking a quiet northern river.
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Winter's Peace
25m
Today Bob Ross paints a warm and elegant snow-kissed scene with a little cabin snuggled deeply into the embrace of foothills, evergreens and bushes.
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Wilderness Trail
24m
Go on a real nature hike with Bob Ross – follow the overgrown path deep in the woods and enjoy the silent beauty of the surrounding stillness.
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A Copper Winter
25m
Step into a snow-covered forest with Bob Ross, a scene that’s been gently warmed by the beauty of winter’s rustic touches of color.
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Misty Foothills
24m
Bob Ross invites you along to enjoy a fabulous mountain lake view with layers of soft hills and trees shrouded in heavy clouded haze.
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Through the Window
24m
A cleverly constructed shape on canvas! Peek through the panes with artist Bob Ross and share a beautiful snowy day outside.
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Home in the Valley
25m
Visit a quaint Bob Ross shanty and experience the tranquility of mysterious distant mountains and an inviting pond just outside the door.
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Mountains of Grace
25m
Join guest artist Steve Ross today -- experience the magnificence of splendid mountains and glassy lake embraced by leafy trees and bushes.
Guest stars Steve Ross
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Seaside Harmony
24m
Roll up your trousers and walk the beach with Bob Ross; enjoy a sky full of clouds and waves crashing carelessly upon the rocks.
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A Cold Spring Day
24m
Painter Bob Ross invites you to enjoy the last of winter’s snowy touch on canvas, as mountains and valleys begin to emerge from their slumber.
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Evening's Glow
24m
Enjoy the golden radiance of a setting sun with Bob Ross as night hastens over a softly blended knoll – you’ll be home at last, just down trail’s end.
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Blue Ridge Falls
24mFinale
Join Bob Ross in the mountains of the east, and bask in the breathtaking serenity of a waterfall bubbling and splashing, nestled among the evergreens.
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