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A Bob Ross landscape painting from the episode "Autumn Distinction."

The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

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The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross

All episodes with PBS Passport

Bob Ross relaxes viewers and encourages the painting hobbyist in "The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross." 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.”

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Early Autumn
24:54
Follow along with the brushes of Bob Ross and step into a beautiful mountain oval.
Graceful Waterfalls
26:54
Travel deep into the forest with Bob Ross and discover an elegant timeless waterfall.
Back Country Path
26:44
Bob Ross takes a detour from the weather-worn trail and travels off the beaten path.
Desert Hues
26:50
Take a drive deep into the desert with Bob Ross
Secluded Forest
26:41
On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest.
Ebb Tide
19:15
Walk along the beach with Bob Ross.
A Trace of Spring
25:12
Stroll down to the river with Bob Ross.
Mirrored Images
27:00
Join Bob Ross on a clear windless day, where reflections guide his brushstrokes.
Double Oval Fantasy
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27:46
Bob Ross shows us how to paint two beautiful landscape ovals
High Tide
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27:50
Bob Ross' gentle brush strokes create bending palm trees on the edge of a sea coast.
Southwest Serenity
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27:25
Experience the astonishing beauty of a spectacular Southwest desert through the Bob's brushtrokes.
Covered Bridge Oval
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27:15
Cross a frozen stream under the shelter of a covered bridge with Bob Ross.
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