Episode list

The Joy of Painting

Winter Cabin

Tue, Oct 01, 1985
In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob Ross gently places a magical little wooden shanty upon a bed of soft snow.
9.5 /10
Secluded Lake

Tue, Oct 08, 1985
With brush in hand, Bob Ross leads you on a summertime nature walk, as you uncover the beauty of leafy trees and pond.
9.7 /10
Evergreens at Sunset
Using a different technique or two, Bob Ross creates a fascinating scene - watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees.
9.7 /10
Mountain Cabin

Tue, Oct 22, 1985
To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob Ross creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance.
9.8 /10
Portrait of Sally
Visiting artist, Ben Stahl, uses a more traditional painting method to bring out the coy loveliness of a young girl.
8.9 /10
Misty Waterfall

Tue, Nov 05, 1985
Bob Ross helps a timid little stream find its way to a delightful waterfall, while gazing upon a forest of elegant trees.
9.7 /10
Barn at Sunset

Tue, Nov 12, 1985
Bob Ross paints an expansive barn appearing half-covered in a snowy setting of frost bitten foliage and sun-kissed sky.
9.7 /10
Mountain Splendor
Bob Ross reproduces the opening painting for Season Seven episodes. Under a bright sky, mountains are highlighted with sienna and white. Foreground foliage is done with the round brush, with stunning water reflections.
9.8 /10
Lake by Mountain
Talented guest painter Steve Ross shows you how to create a mirror-like lake spanning the width of snowy peaks and foothills.
9.5 /10
Mountain Glory

Tue, Dec 03, 1985
Layers and layers of mountains, as far as the eye can see, Bob Ross shows us the secret to creating a larger-than-life landscape.
9.6 /10
Grey Winter

Tue, Dec 10, 1985
Bob Ross uses monochromatic tones to convey the icy coldness of a silvery lake surrounded by lacy trees and bushes - brr.
9.6 /10
Dock Scene

Tue, Dec 17, 1985
Harbor mist, reflections, and a happy little boat provide a backround for a weathered pier where, "pelicans can park." Bob Ross paints old wood on buildings with a light, bounce and shake of his two-inch brush.
9.5 /10
Dark Waterfall

Tue, Dec 24, 1985
Watch Bob Ross create a sweet little waterfall in the middle of a protective forest of glorious early autumn foliage.
9.7 /10

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