The Joy of Painting

The Joy of Painting

In this half-hour program, artist Bob Ross paints a beautiful oil painting on canvas.

Genre: DocumentaryFamily

Cast:Bob RossSteve RossDana JesterPeepJoyce OrtnerFerne SiroisAnnette KowalskiJohn ThammDiane AndréDorothy DentAudrey GoldenBen StahlEarl Glen ThebeauTrimSlim


1Season 3

S3.E1 ∙ Mountain Retreat

Wed, Jan 4, 1984

Bob Ross paints a beautiful summer getaway with rugged brown peaks, clear blue waters and a cozy little cabin too.

2Season 3

S3.E2 ∙ Blue Moon

Wed, Jan 11, 1984

Breathtaking skies, bending palms and waves that accentuate the cool night breeze. A one-of-a-kind masterpiece by Bob Ross.

3Season 3

S3.E3 ∙ Bubbling Stream

Wed, Jan 18, 1984

In the midst of the forest flows a stream that splashes and trickles endlessly along - Bob Ross depicts the true beauty of nature.

4Season 3

S3.E4 ∙ Winter Night

Wed, Jan 25, 1984

Bob Ross captures the stillness of cold darkness and rests a cozy little cabin atop a snow covered hill - a real black canvas favorite.

5Season 3

S3.E5 ∙ Distant Hills

Wed, Feb 1, 1984

Far, far away there rests a mountain nestled in misty clouds and foothills. Bob Ross creates a scene using soft, brilliant colors.

6Season 3

S3.E6 ∙ Covered Bridge

Wed, Feb 8, 1984

Enjoy this Bob Ross scene that includes luxurious green foliage and an old weathered trestle-bridge placed lovingly among-st all the beauty.

7Season 3

S3.E7 ∙ Quiet Inlet

Wed, Feb 15, 1984

Sneak away into the sounds of quiet waters, velvety green shrubs and distance foothills. Bob Ross creates a perfect scene of relaxation.

8Season 3

S3.E8 ∙ Night Light

Wed, Feb 22, 1984

Starting with a black acrylic, Bob Ross reproduces the painting that opens the episodes of Season Three. Under soft, moon glow, angry waves break around a lonely lighthouse, that pierces the darkness with spectacular brilliance.

9Season 3

S3.E9 ∙ The Old Mill

Wed, Feb 29, 1984

An early, Bob Ross painting using magic white, umber, and permanent red. A weathered, water wheel, and a happy little stream are surrounded by sparkling, yellow foliage.

10Season 3

S3.E10 ∙ Campfire

Wed, Mar 7, 1984

In this one-of-a-kind masterpiece, Bob Ross paints a vibrant golden red glow, complete with cowboy restin' a while by the cracklin' flames.

11Season 3

S3.E11 ∙ Rustic Barn

Wed, Mar 14, 1984

A beautiful fall scene -- Bob Ross uses the colors of nature to settle an old worn-down farm building into soft golden grassy bushes and trees.

12Season 3

S3.E12 ∙ Hidden Lake

Wed, Mar 21, 1984

Beneath a soft purple mountain range, lots of trees and bushes surround a secret little lake, as only Bob Ross can create on canvas.

13Season 3

S3.E13 ∙ Peaceful Waters

Wed, Mar 28, 1984

Talented guest artist Steve Ross creates clear blue skies, an almighty mountain and lake lined generously with trees and bushes.