Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting

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You've seen him before. He's the soft spoken guy painting happy clouds, mountains and trees in about twenty-six television minutes, using big housepainting-type brushes and cooing soothing "you can do its" to the audience. His Joy of Painting program is the most recognized, most watched TV art show in history.
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Bob Ross
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Subtitles
English [CC]
Audio languages
English
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  1. 1. Mystic Mountain
    April 3, 1990
    28min
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    Join Bob Ross as he paints a lovely scenic mountain surrounded by quiet, soft, misty foothills - a beautiful painting that even a beginner can do with ease!
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  2. 2. New Day's Dawn
    April 10, 1990
    28min
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    Lovely soft colors flow from the magnificent brushes of Bob Ross in this lovely warm winter painting ... don't miss seeing this pretty scene unfold.
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  3. 3. Pastel Winter
    April 17, 1990
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    Lovely soft colors flow from the magnificent brushes of Bob Ross in this lovely warm winter painting ... don't miss seeing this pretty scene unfold.
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  4. 4. Hazy Day
    April 24, 1990
    27min
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    Pick up your brushes and paint along with Bob Ross - he creates a beautiful, rocky stream gently rippling through the forest mist in an oval.
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  5. 5. Divine Elegance
    May 1, 1990
    28min
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    Bob Ross creates a spectacular mountain scene in a faux matte; a real masterpiece cleverly framed in an intriguing new idea!
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  6. 6. Cliffside
    May 8, 1990
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    Under the most glorious of skies, enjoy the rhythmic flow of deep sea waters crashing and splashing upon the surrounding rocks and cliffs - Bob Ross style!
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  7. 7. Autumn Fantasy
    May 15, 1990
    28min
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    A painting to reflect the essence of fall, bursting forth in a profusion of brilliant colors as Bob Ross creates a haven of tranquility on canvas.
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  8. 8. The Old Oak Tree
    May 22, 1990
    27min
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    Join Bob Ross today as he paints a huge, single stately oak, just on the edge of the forest, its spreading branches and foliage providing comfort and shelter.
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  9. 9. Winter Paradise
    May 29, 1990
    28min
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    Bob Ross creates a spectacular warm winter painting where snow-covered mountains, trees and bushes lend an alluring sense of beauty in an oval.
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  10. 10. Days Gone By
    June 5, 1990
    28min
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    Travel down an abandoned road with Bob Ross and stumble upon an old weathered barn that has seen better days - what dreams are made of.
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  11. 11. Change of Seasons
    June 12, 1990
    28min
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    Colors transforming, cool breezes and rushing waters - Bob Ross lets his paint brushes do all the talking in the magnificent mountain scene.
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  12. 12. Hidden Delight
    June 19, 1990
    28min
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    Happen upon this sweet cabin in the woods; Bob Ross paints a time-forgotten treasure that comes to life in a soft, warm landscape scene.
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  13. 13. Double Take
    June 26, 1990
    27min
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    Bob Ross presents a really unique idea using black gesso -- two lovely paintings in one -- summer and winter scenes overlapping on the same canvas!
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More details

Directors
Sally Schenck
Producers
Annette KowalskiBob Smith
Season year
1990
Network
Janson Media
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Format
Prime Video (streaming online video)
Devices
Available to watch on supported devices

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4.8 out of 5 stars

156 global ratings

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Mathew J. TillmanReviewed in the United States on November 19, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars
My wife has loved listening to Bob Ross paint his "happy little clouds" ...
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My wife has loved listening to Bob Ross paint his "happy little clouds" and scenes for years and years. She was a student in nursing school, and used to listen to his show to help her relax after a hard day. The thing is, I like to watch him paint. He's awesome, and makes me wish I could do what he did. The way he tells it, he makes me believe I probably could.
6 people found this helpful
Mari BReviewed in the United States on July 21, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a GREAT idea! More please!!
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I have some of the Joy of Painting DVD's. Now I have two series on my Kindle! They look great and are so convenient to paint along. Much easier when I paint on the patio, to use my kindle for reference.
Even when I'm not painting, watching Bob Ross is emotional therapy!! Lol
5 people found this helpful
BookwormReviewed in the United States on November 11, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great intertainment!
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This is a great way to calm down after a crazy day. His personality and paintings have a way of taking your mind off of your problems and relieving stress.
TaffycatReviewed in the United States on July 19, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars
We've spent many wonderful hours watching him
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Bob Ross was a magical, inspiring, gentle soul. We've spent many wonderful hours watching him. Even for people who many never pick up a paint brush, time spent with the late great Bob Ross is a trip to a magical place where one can create the world they wished they lived in.
9 people found this helpful
Tim GReviewed in the United States on October 29, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars
Thanks, Bob.
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As a hobby painter, I picked up a lot of neat techniques from Bob Ross, William Alexander, and the flower painting dude whose name I don't remember through the years. I don't do many landscapes, but the techniques could be applied to my fantasy work and really enhanced it.
SHAMANReviewed in the United States on September 7, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful show
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I love his finished paintings and love listening to his soft gentle voice. I listen to him right before bed to relax me. Great quality work. He is a very loving person who puts beauty into his work and show.
5 people found this helpful
OscarphoneReviewed in the United States on November 17, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rock on Bob
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If you are a Bob Ross fan nothing else will do. He's great. You may giggle and snort ("how many do you want in your little world?") but he's brought the joy of creating to huge amounts of people over the years. Rock on Bob.
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GuyFellaDudeReviewed in the United States on February 8, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars
a must see!
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used to watch Bob years ago and looked forward to every episode. so glad these are made available again. rip Bob and thank you for all you've done to entertain and teach.
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