Episode 1
Winter Cabin
28m
In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob Ross gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow.
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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
Secluded Lake
27m
With brush in hand, Bob Ross leads you on a summertime nature walk, as you uncover the beauty of leafy trees and pond.
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Evergreens at Sunset
27m
Using a different technique or two, Bob Ross creates a fascinating scene – watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees.
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Mountain Cabin
26m
To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob Ross creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance.
Where to watch The Joy of PaintingEpisode 5
Portrait of Sally
27m
Visiting artist, Ben Stahl, uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the coy loveliness of a little girl.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ben Stahl
Episode 6
Misty Waterfall
27m
Bob Ross helps a timid little stream find its way to a delightful waterfall, while gazing upon a forest of elegant trees.
Where to watch The Joy of PaintingEpisode 7
Barn at Sunset
27m
Bob Ross paints an expansive barn appearing half-covered in a snowy setting of frost bitten foliage and sun-kissed sky.
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Mountain Splendor
27m
It’s almost fall, and Bob Ross captures the undaunted power and charm of a mighty brown mountain surveying its rustic surroundings.
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Lake by Mountain
28m
Talented guest painter Steve Ross shows you how to create a mirror-like lake spanning the width of snowy peaks and foothills.
Episode credits
Directed by Sally SchenckGuest stars Steve Ross
Episode 10
Mountain Glory
27m
Layers and layers of mountains, as far as the eye can see -- Bob Ross shows us the secret to creating a larger-than-life landscape.
Where to watch The Joy of PaintingEpisode 11
Grey Winter
27m
Bob Ross uses monochromatic tones to convey the icy coldness of a silvery lake surrounded by lacy trees and bushes – brr!
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Dock Scene
27m
An abandoned shipping boat hugs a pier in a water scene that Bob Ross completes with some charming old dockside storage sheds.
Where to watch The Joy of PaintingEpisode 13
Dark Waterfall
26mfinale
Watch Bob Ross create a sweet little waterfall in the middle of a protective forest of glorious early autumn foliage.
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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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