The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross
A pop icon, Bob Ross offers soothing words of wisdom as he paints captivating landscapes.
Blue River
S43 Ep4301 | 26m 7s
Bob Ross shows us how to create crimson-y magic in today's riverside landscape.
Mountain at Sunset
S43 Ep4304 | 27m 8s
Bob Ross shows us how to create a beautiful brown mountain scene.
Mountain Challenge
S43 Ep4305 | 26m 46s
Bob Ross completes an entire mountain scene using just his specially shaped painting knife.
High Chanteau
S43 Ep4306 | 25m 59s
Bob Ross and his fantastic brushes take us to a uniquely-shaped mountain side chalet.
Misty Forest Oval
S43 Ep4307 | 26m 57s
Bob Ross paints a magical glimpse at a forest through an oval window.
Country Cabin
S43 Ep4308 | 27m 9s
Today Bob Ross takes us to a small cabin nestled deep in the snowy forest.
Emerald Waters
S43 Ep4309 | 26m 54s
Bob Ross uses colors that burst from the canvas in this exciting display of nature's wonder.
Gray Mountain
S42 Ep4201 | 27m 2s
Bob Ross delights and encourages the painting hobbyist in The Best of the Joy of Painting.
Warm Summer Day
S42 Ep4202 | 27m 7s
Bob Ross delights and encourages the painting hobbyist in The Best of the Joy of Painting.
Valley Waterfall
S42 Ep4203 | 26m 58s
Bob Ross delights and encourages the painting hobbyist in The Best of the Joy of Painting.
Tranquil Dawn
S42 Ep4204 | 27m 14s
Join Bob Ross on a warm winter morning as he captures the freshness of a new day!
Rowboat on the Beach
S42 Ep4205 | 26m 48s
See Bob Ross paint a charming little rowboat awaiting its next journey.
Secluded Mountain
S42 Ep4207 | 27m 8s
Watch along as Bob Ross paints a beautiful East Coast mountain scene.
An Arctic Winter Day
S42 Ep4214 | 24m 51s
Travel along with Bob Ross and discover the serenity of a quiet cabin.
Twin Falls
S42 Ep4216 | 27m 7s
Bob Ross paints a scene with not just one, but two! happy little waterfalls.
Fisherman’s Paradise
S42 Ep4217 | 26m 58s
Join Bob Ross for a uniquely framed look at an early morning on the water.
Mountain Ridge Lake
S42 Ep4219 | 27m 10s
Bob Ross transports viewers to beautiful grassy mountains and a serene valley lake
Just Before the Storm
S42 Ep4223 | 27m 21s
Bob ross captures a special moment in time when the tropical seas and trees face darkening skies.
Golden Glow of Morning
S42 Ep4227 | 24m 24s
Experience the reflections of a golden sun bursting into the day with Bob Ross.
A Spectacular View
S42 Ep4228 | 25m
Bob Ross invites viewers to a quaint little mountain-top home with breathtaking views.
Island Paradise
S42 Ep4229 | 25m 7s
Travel to the tropics with Bob Ross and experience the soul cleansing beauty of the sea.
Sunset Aglow
S42 Ep4232 | 25m 9s
Join Bob Ross and experience a breathtaking sunset amidst glorious purple skies.
Crimson Tide
S42 Ep4233 | 27m 5s
This Bob Ross masterpiece is a beautiful example of a truly mood-filled seascape on black canvas.
Mirrored Images
S42 Ep4237 | 27m
Join Bob RossJoin Bob Ross as he captures mountain reflections that shine in the lake below.
Trace of Spring
S42 Ep4238 | 25m 12s
Experience the emergence of springtime blossoms on flowering trees with Bob Ross.
Ebb Tide
S42 Ep4239 | 27m 11s
Walk along the beach with Bob Ross and experience the colorful setting sun.
Ocean Sunset
S42 Ep4243 | 27m 20s
A setting sun over a deserted beach is Bob Ross’ subject for today’s show.
Graceful Waterfall
S42 Ep4244 | 26m 54s
Discover the beauty and serenity of an elegant waterfall with Bob Ross.
Early Autumn
S42 Ep4245 | 24m 54s
Follow along with the brushes of Bob Ross and experience the first signs of autumn.
Waves of Wonder
S42 Ep4247 | 26m 49s
Bob Ross captures intense waves crashing into a rock-lined shore.
Not Quite Spring
S42 Ep4249 | 26m 47s
Snow and ice begins to thaw in this incredibly beautiful Bob Ross landscape.
Country Creek
S42 Ep4251 | 27m 12s
Travel back to the days of swimming in that secluded country creek with Bob Ross.
Storm’s a Comin
S42 Ep4252 | 24m 59s
Bob Ross captures stormy skies as windy waves rush to crash upon the rocks.
Hazy Day
S41 Ep4101 | 26m 44s
Bob Ross creates a beautiful rocky stream gently rippling through the forest mist.
Frozen Beauty in Vignette
S41 Ep4102 | 26m 56s
Snow-covered landscape, icy pond and cabin, compliments of Bob Ross.
Florida’s Glory
S41 Ep4105 | 27m 19s
Bob Ross creates a painting within the shape of the state of Florida.
Winter Lace
S41 Ep4107 | 26m 35s
Bob Ross paints this masterpiece inside a dome-like shape on the canvas.
Falls in the Glen
S41 Ep4110 | 26m 59s
Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise!
Golden Mist Oval
S41 Ep4111 | 27m 19s
THE BEST OF THE JOY OF PAINTING relaxes viewers and encourages the painting hobbyist.
Christmas Eve Snow
S41 Ep4112 | 26m 45s
Happy little church tucked into a bed of snow, evergreens and mountains.
Valley View
S41 Ep4114 | 27m 1s
Bob Ross creates a masterpiece so tranquil you'll want to paint along.
Indian Summer
S41 Ep4115 | 27m 23s
Paint along with Bob Ross and discover the wonder of autumn beauty.
Royal Majesty
S41 Ep4116 | 27m 23s
Travel with Bob Ross to a secluded waterfall deep in the mountains.
At Dawn’s Light
S41 Ep4117 | 27m 18s
Catch a glimpse of an early winter morning's light with Bob Ross.
Wilderness Cabin
S41 Ep4119 | 27m 2s
Paint along with Bob Ross and discover the beauty of a secluded log cabin.
River’s Peace
S41 Ep4122 | 26m 53s
Join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing alongside a lovely grove,
Covered Bridge Oval
S41 Ep4123 | 27m 15s
Cross a frozen stream under the shelter of a covered bridge with Bob Ross.
Southwest Serenity
S41 Ep4124 | 27m 25s
Experience the astonishing beauty of a spectacular Southwest desert through the Bob's brushtrokes.
High Tide
S41 Ep4125 | 27m 50s
Bob Ross' gentle brush strokes create bending palm trees on the edge of a sea coast.
Secluded Forest
S41 Ep4130 | 26m 41s
On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest.
Back Country Path
S41 Ep4132 | 26m 44s
Bob Ross takes a detour from the weather-worn trail and travels off the beaten path.
Graceful Waterfalls
S41 Ep4133 | 26m 54s
Travel deep into the forest with Bob Ross and discover an elegant timeless waterfall.
Early Autumn
S41 Ep4134 | 24m 54s
Follow along with the brushes of Bob Ross and step into a beautiful mountain oval.
Wayside Pond
S41 Ep4135 | 26m 54s
In a densely covered spot hidden from the roadway lies a quiet little pond.
Gray Mountain
S41 Ep4136 | 27m 2s
This glorious sky can be the backdrop of a mighty mountain and still take center stage.
Not Quite Spring
S41 Ep4137 | 26m 47s
This beautiful Bob Ross mountainscape captures the last weeks of Winter.
Country Creek
S41 Ep4138 | 27m 12s
Team up with Bob Ross and travel back to the days of swimming in the secluded creek.
Half-Oval Vignette
S41 Ep4140 | 27m 19s
Bob Ross illustrates the illusion of infinity as mountain and water fade into the distance.
Blue Winter
S41 Ep4141 | 26m 57s
Travel deep into the middle of winter where shades of blue create the stark reality of the season.
Triple View
S41 Ep4142 | 27m 13s
Bob Ross paints a small cabin under the most majestic mountain range.
Tranquil Dawn
S41 Ep4143 | 27m 14s
Quiet and soft, this sweet morning winter scene is a real Bob Ross classic.
A Pretty Autumn Day
S41 Ep4145 | 26m 50s
Visit with Bob Ross as he paints a beautiful fall day down in the valley.
Rowboat on the Beach
S41 Ep4148 | 26m 48s
This painting depicts a humble rowboat waiting on a quiet beach for the day’s excursion.
Western Expanse
S41 Ep4149 | 26m 34s
Bob Ross creates the perfect landscape with stirring sky and gentle mountains.
Valley Waterfall
S41 Ep4150 | 26m 58s
Bob Ross shows us a massive, snowy mountain admiring the sight of a beautiful, flowing waterfall.
Snow Birch
S41 Ep4151 | 25m 5s
Bob Ross delights us in the discovery of a leafless forest mirrored in the cold stillness of winter.
Toward Day’s End
S41 Ep4152 | 26m 50s
As evening draws nigh at home on the river, a silence begins to settle under a full moon.
Blue River
S40 Ep4001 | 26m 52s
Bob Ross shows us how to create crimson-y magic in today’s riverside landscape.
Mountain at Sunset
S40 Ep4004 | 27m 55s
Bob Ross demonstrates how to create a beautiful brown mountain scene.
Misty Mountain Morning
S40 Ep4005 | 26m 33s
Nicholas Hankins paints a sleepy, slow moving mountain river; a real Bob Ross classic!
Misty Forest Oval
S40 Ep4007 | 27m 45s
Bob Ross gives us a glimpse at a forest through an oval window.
Country Cabin
S40 Ep4008 | 27m 57s
Bob Ross takes us to a small cabin nestled deep in the snowy forest.
Emerald Waters
S40 Ep4009 | 27m 38s
Bob Ross uses beautiful shades of green in this exciting display of nature's wonder.
Storm's Arrival
S40 Ep4010 | 26m 34s
Nicholas Hankins calls back to Bob's final episode of The Joy of Painting for inspiration.
Winter Oval
S40 Ep4012 | 27m 49s
A beautiful snowy cabin scene painted inside an oval; a Bob Ross "trademark."
Mountain by the Sea
S40 Ep4013 | 27m 53s
Bob Ross quickly paints a challenging masterpiece of majestic mountains.
Mountain Stream
S40 Ep4014 | 28m 13s
Bob Ross paints a mountain stream running through gently sloping ground.
Moonlit Serenade
S40 Ep4015 | 26m 34s
Nicholas Hankins paints a moonlit stream in this moody Bob Ross landscape.
Purple Splendor
S40 Ep4017 | 27m 39s
Bob Ross creates a lovely winter scene in rich purples and soft lavenders.
Winter Cabin
S40 Ep4019 | 27m 58s
Bob Ross places a magical cabin upon a bed of snow with his paint brush.
Trapper's Retreat
S40 Ep4020 | 26m 34s
Nicholas Hankins paints an old trapper's cabin on the banks of an icy, winding river.
September Song
S40 Ep4025 | 26m 34s
Nicholas Hankins paints a foggy, early morning Bob Ross landscape.
Deep Woods
S39 Ep3902 | 28m 13s
Create a woodsy scene with lots of fog and little trickling waterfalls.
Stormy Seas
S39 Ep3907 | 27m 43s
Tame the magnificent power in the sea and sky with a seascape painting.
Mighty Mountain Lake
S39 Ep3909 | 27m 41s
See Bob Ross achieve amazing results with his famous painting method.
Hidden Winter Moon Oval
S39 Ep3917 | 27m 23s
Today’s Bob Ross painting-in-an-oval feaures a cold winter night scene.
Valley of Tranquility
S39 Ep3918 | 27m 34s
Paint along with Bob Ross and experience the joy and tranquility of the valley!
Seascape Fantasy
S39 Ep3919 | 27m 28s
Watch the creative brushes of Bob Ross as he paints a spectacular ocean scene.
Mountain Rhapsody
S39 Ep3922 | 27m 42s
Splendid pastel colors and cozy wintry foliage in this mountain painting.
Wintertime Discovery
S39 Ep3923 | 28m 17s
Join Bob ross and his busy paint brushes working on a little cabin deep in the snow.
Haven in the Valley
S39 Ep3924 | 27m 19s
Experience mountains overlooking a little cabin in today's oval painting.
Mountain at Sunset
S33 Ep3304 | 27m 55s
‘Mountain at Sunset’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mountain Challenge
S33 Ep3305 | 27m 10s
Enjoy ‘Mountain Challenge’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Misty Forest Oval
S33 Ep3307 | 27m 45s
Enjoy ‘Misty Forest Oval’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mountain by the Sea
S33 Ep3313 | 27m 53s
Enjoy ‘Mountain by the Sea’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mountain Stream
S33 Ep3314 | 28m 13s
Enjoy ‘Mountain Stream’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Warm Winter Day
S33 Ep3315 | 28m 4s
Enjoy ‘Warm Winter Day’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Purple Splendor
S33 Ep3317 | 27m 39s
Enjoy ‘Purple Splendor’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Winter Solitude
S33 Ep3324 | 27m 55s
Enjoy ‘Winter Solitude’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mountain Hideaway
S33 Ep3326 | 27m 49s
Enjoy ‘Mountain Hideaway’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mountain Seclusion
S33 Ep3327 | 27m 56s
Enjoy ‘Mountain Seclusion’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Old Country Mill
S33 Ep3330 | 27m 36s
Enjoy ‘Old Country Mill’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Cabin at Trail's End
S33 Ep3334 | 27m 35s
Enjoy ‘Cabin at Trail’s End’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mighty Mountain Lake
S33 Ep3335 | 27m 41s
Enjoy ‘Mighty Mountain Lake’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Splendor of Winter
S33 Ep3336 | 27m 46s
Enjoy ‘Splendor of Winter’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Deep Wilderness Home
S33 Ep3340 | 27m 22s
Enjoy ‘Deep Wilderness Home’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Waterfall Wonder
S33 Ep3342 | 27m 45s
Enjoy ‘Waterfall Wonder’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Hidden Winter Moon Oval
S33 Ep3343 | 27m 40s
Enjoy ‘Hidden Winter Moon Oval’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Valley of Tranquility
S33 Ep3344 | 27m 36s
Enjoy ‘Valley of Tranquility’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Seascape Fantasy
S33 Ep3345 | 27m 34s
Enjoy ‘Seascape Fantasy’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Mountain Rhapsody
S33 Ep3348 | 27m 50s
Enjoy ‘Mountain Rhapsody’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Wintertime Discovery
S33 Ep3349 | 28m 13s
Enjoy ‘Wintertime Discovery’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Haven in the Valley
S33 Ep3350 | 27m 34s
Enjoy ‘Haven in the Valley’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
Winter Paradise
S33 Ep3352 | 27m 40s
Enjoy ‘Winter Paradise’ by television’s favorite painter Bob Ross.
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Mirrored Images
Mountain reflections shine in a lake below on a clear, windless day.
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Mirrored Images
Mountain reflections shine in a lake below on a clear, windless day.
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Trace of Spring
The emergence of springtime blossoms on flowering trees.
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Trace of Spring
The emergence of springtime blossoms on flowering trees.
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Ebb Tide
The sun sets along the beach.
Thu 10/8
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Ebb Tide
The sun sets along the beach.
Thu 10/8
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Secluded Forest
Painting the deepest, darkest place in the forest on a vertical canvas.
Fri 10/9
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Secluded Forest
Painting the deepest, darkest place in the forest on a vertical canvas.
Fri 10/9
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Desert Hues
A springtime cactus surprise.
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Desert Hues
A springtime cactus surprise.
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Back Country Path
A rarely used path through country woods.
Tue 10/13
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Back Country Path
A rarely used path through country woods.
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Ocean Sunset
The sun sets over a deserted beach.
Wed 10/14
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Ocean Sunset
The sun sets over a deserted beach.
Wed 10/14
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Graceful Waterfall
An elegant waterfall deep in the forest.
Thu 10/15
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Graceful Waterfall
An elegant waterfall deep in the forest.
Thu 10/15
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Early Autumn
Experiencing the first signs of autumn in a mountain oval.
Fri 10/16
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Early Autumn
Experiencing the first signs of autumn in a mountain oval.
Fri 10/16
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Wayside Pond
A quiet pond lies in a densely covered spot hidden from the road.
Sat 10/17
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Wayside Pond
A quiet pond lies in a densely covered spot hidden from the road.
Mon 10/19
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Waves of Wonder
Waves crash into a rock-lined shore.
Tue 10/20
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Waves of Wonder
Waves crash into a rock-lined shore.
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Pretty Autumn Day
A colorful autumn day down in the valley.
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