The Joy of Painting
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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.
Episodes
Season 27 of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross features the following wonderful painting instructions: Twilight Beauty, Angler’s Haven, Rustic Winter Woods, Wilderness Falls, Winter at the Farm, Daisies at Dawn, A Spectacular View, Daybreak, Island Paradise, Sunlight in the Shadows, Splendor of a Snowy Winter, Forest River, and Golden Glow of Morning.
1Twilight Beauty
27 minMar 2, 1993
Stand back in the shadows with Bob Ross as the last rays of sunshine sparkle on all they touch in this lovely waterside oval on black canvas.
2Angler's Haven
25 minMar 9, 1993
Visit a lovely mountain setting with Bob Ross, complete with leafy trees and evergreens, and step into a secluded fishing spot just perfect for casting a line.
3Rustic Winter Woods
24 minMar 16, 1993
Hike into the midst of a snow-covered forest with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of leafless trees in slumber and texture you can almost feel.
4Wilderness Falls
25 minMar 23, 1993
Relish the tranquility of valley waters gently falling into a quiet summer mere – smooth cliffs and trees frame this Bob Ross wonderland.
5Winter at the Farm
25 minMar 30, 1993
Venture into the heart of Americana with Bob Ross and discover the serenity of a snow-covered farmhouse and barn on a cold January day.
6Daisies at Dawn
24 minApr 6, 1993
A perfect oval composition! Come along with Bob Ross and see a secluded cottage with wild daisies and birch trees near a small woodland pond.
7A Spectacular View
24 minApr 13, 1993
Bob Ross invites you to join him at a quaint little mountain-top home with a breathtaking view of distant snow-covered mountains.
8Daybreak
24 minApr 20, 1993
Join television artist Bob Ross and take a peek through the fog of a snowy morning as the awakening sun enters into a new day.
9Island Paradise
25 minApr 27, 1993
Travel to the tropics with Bob Ross, stroll along the palm tree shores and drink in the soul-cleansing beauty of the sea. An oval masterpiece you’ll enjoy.
10Sunlight in the Shadows
25 minMay 4, 1993
Enjoy guest artist Dana Jester and his dark soft forest; discover the brilliance of the sun’s glow bouncing off a quiet stream and majestic oaks.
11Splendor of a Snowy Winter
24 minMay 11, 1993
Experience the serenity and silence of a fresh undisturbed snowfall with Bob Ross when he takes you to a lovely cabin deep in northern country.
12Forest River
24 minMay 18, 1993
Bob Ross travels with his paint brushes into the density of an evening grove and discovers the beauty of a gentle, hushed rippling river.
13Golden Glow of Morning
24 minMay 20, 1993
Take a stroll into the woods with Bob Ross and experience the reflections of a jeweled sun bursting into the soft, vibrant day.
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