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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
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Dock Scene
Bob Ross paints an old dockside pier.
Episode: S40 E4037 | 27:12
Lonely Retreat
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Lonely Retreat
Bob Ross creates a snow-bound cabin at sunset using blue effets.
Episode: S40 E4021 | 27:49
Misty Mountain Morning
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Misty Mountain Morning
Nicholas Hankins paints a sleepy, slow moving mountain river; a real Bob Ross classic!
Episode: S40 E4005 | 26:33
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Frozen Beauty in Vignette
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Frozen Beauty in Vignette
Snow-covered landscape, icy pond and cabin, compliments of Bob Ross.
Episode: S41 E4102 | 26:56
Florida's Glory
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Florida's Glory
Bob Ross creates a painting within the shape of the state of Florida.
Episode: S41 E4105 | 27:19
Barn in Snow Oval
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Barn in Snow Oval
Big ol' country barn snuggled in the snow.
Episode: S41 E4109 | 27:00
Toward Day’s End
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Toward Day’s End
Bob Ross paints a beautiful full moon by the riverside.
Episode: S41 E4121 | 26:50
River's Peace
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
River's Peace
Join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing alongside a lovely grove,
Episode: S41 E4122 | 26:53
Falls in the Glen
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Falls in the Glen
Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise!
Episode: S41 E4110 | 26:59
Christmas Eve Snow
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Christmas Eve Snow
Happy little church tucked into a bed of snow, evergreens and mountains.
Episode: S41 E4112 | 26:45
At Dawn's Light
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
At Dawn's Light
Catch a glimpse of an early winter morning's light with Bob Ross.
Episode: S41 E4117 | 27:18
By the Sea
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
By the Sea
Come visit the coast with Bob Ross and paint a glorious seascape.
Episode: S41 E4118 | 27:12
Mirrored Images
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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
Mirrored Images
Join Bob Ross on a clear windless day, where reflections guide his brushstrokes.
Episode: S41 E4127 | 27:00
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