The Joy of Painting

The Joy of Painting

  • 1983
  • 31 Seasons
  • 403 Episodes
  •  8.483  (58)
  •   Ended

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.

The Joy of Painting
Seasons
Wilderness Day
13. Wilderness Day
May 17, 1994
Step into the natural beauty of an overgrown colorful mead and enjoy the peace and soft tranquility you get from Bob Ross’ painting technique.
In the Midst of Winter
12. In the Midst of Winter
May 10, 1994
It’s a cold, cold winter day but Bob Ross offers a warm and roomy barn as refuge from the snowy blanket covering the farm.
Lake at the Ridge
11. Lake at the Ridge
May 03, 1994
Guest artist Steve Ross extends an invitation to join him on the banks of a crystal loch for a view of majestic mountain peaks.
Balmy Beach
10. Balmy Beach
April 26, 1994
Bob Ross invites you for a walk on the shore; soothing waves rolling in from the sea to the plam trees – all in a delightful seashell shape on canvas.
Evergreen Valley
9. Evergreen Valley
April 19, 1994
Drive through mountain country with Bob Ross and happen upon a ridge of thick, rich evergreens gracing the hollow below.
Trail's End
8. Trail's End
April 12, 1994
In this oval painting, Bob Ross creates a wonderful scene where an old fence follows a trail to the edge of the woods.
Bridge to Autumn
7. Bridge to Autumn
April 05, 1994
Take a drive into the country with Bob Ross and pass through an old covered bridge into a landscape bursting with soft fall foliage.
View from Clear Creek
6. View from Clear Creek
March 29, 1994
Gently rolling mountains make an amazing backdrop for this Bob Ross masterpiece; a winding stream and textured ground vegetation provide the rest.
Cabin in the Hollow
5. Cabin in the Hollow
March 22, 1994
Soft misty background, sweet snow-kissed cabin and rich trees and bushes – all nestled down inside a winter oval painting by Bob Ross.
Tranquility Cove
4. Tranquility Cove
March 15, 1994
As the foliage reaches its peak of autumn beauty, experience the tranquility of nice meadow, pond and happy birch trees – all painted the Bob Ross way!
Winding Stream
3. Winding Stream
March 08, 1994
Join Bob Ross for a stroll down yonder by the river, relax in the serenity of an expansive yet quiet sky with proud evergreens looking on.
Before the Snowfall
2. Before the Snowfall
March 01, 1994
Bob Ross invites you to experience the anticipation of winter’s white blanket, moving in to create a soft, delicate draping of the cabin landscape.
Reflections of Calm
1. Reflections of Calm
February 22, 1994
Bob Ross takes you to a beautiful lake in high country -- catch a glimpse of magnificent mountains, images echoed in the crystal clear water below.
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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.
  • Premiere Date
    January 11, 1983
  • Rating
    8.483  (58)