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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.”

Trapper's Retreat

26m 34s

Towering Bob Ross mountains and a frosty moonlit landscape are the setting of Nicholas Hankins old trapper's cabin on the banks of an icy, winding river.

Episodes

  • Trapper's Retreat: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Trapper's Retreat

    S40 E4020 - 26m 34s

    Towering Bob Ross mountains and a frosty moonlit landscape are the setting of Nicholas Hankins old trapper's cabin on the banks of an icy, winding river.

  • Winter Cabin: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Winter Cabin

    S40 E4019 - 27m 58s

    In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob Ross gently places a magical little cabin upon a bed of snow with his paint brush.

  • Arctic Beauty: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Arctic Beauty

    S40 E4018 - 27m

    Experience a lovely waterfall by moonlight -- a spectacular painting completed on a black canvas by artist Bob Ross.

  • Purple Splendor: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Purple Splendor

    S40 E4017 - 27m 39s

    Join Bob Ross as he creates a lovely winter scene in rich purples and soft lavenders. A really elegant landscape painting.

  • Mountain River: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mountain River

    S40 E4016 - 27m 54s

    Far-away mountains appear to float in the clouds as Bob Ross paints a gently flowing river in the foreground.

  • Moonlit Serenade: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Moonlit Serenade

    S40 E4015 - 26m 34s

    Nicholas Hankins paints a gnarled old tree adorned with Spanish moss as it stands sentinel over a moonlit stream in this moody Bob Ross landscape.

  • Mountain Stream: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mountain Stream

    S40 E4014 - 28m 13s

    With just a few tools, Bob Ross paints a mountain stream running through gently sloping ground that looks soft as velvet.

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    Mountain by the Sea: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Mountain by the Sea

    S40 E4013 - 27m 53s

    Bob Ross quickly paints a most challenging masterpiece of majestic mountains reigning over a colorful seascape.

  • Winter Oval: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Winter Oval

    S40 E4012 - 27m 49s

    A beautiful snowy cabin scene painted inside an oval; this pleasing Bob Ross "trademark" is enjoyed by all.

  • Quiet Inlet: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Quiet Inlet

    S40 E4011 - 27m 19s

    An inlet is the perfect place to escape with your thoughts and enjoy the day. Join Bob Ross as he takes you there!

  • Storm's Arrival: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Storm's Arrival

    S40 E4010 - 26m 34s

    Nicholas Hankins paints an evening thunderstorm that calls back to Bob Ross's final episode of The Joy of Painting for inspiration; a dazzling sunset framed by dark clouds and trees.

  • Emerald Waters: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Emerald Waters

    S40 E4009 - 27m 38s

    Bob Ross uses beautiful shades of Green that burst from the canvas in this exciting display of nature's wonder.

Schedule

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

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Gray Mountain

    Saturday
    Jan 6

    30 Minutes

    Bob Ross teams up with mother nature to paint an awesome sky hovering over snow-covered mountains.
  • The Best of the Joy of Painting: TVSS: Iconic

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Warm Summer Day

    Saturday
    Jan 6

    30 Minutes

    An inspiring painting of a summer day.
  • The Best of the Joy of Painting: TVSS: Iconic

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Valley Waterfall

    Saturday
    Jan 13

    30 Minutes

    Water flows through a lush green valley.
  • The Best of the Joy of Painting: TVSS: Iconic

    The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

    Tranquil Dawn

    Saturday
    Jan 13

    30 Minutes

    On a warm winter morning, the surroundings are still undisturbed by God's little creatures; this painting offers the freshness of a new day.

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