The BEST episodes of The Joy of Painting season 4

Every episode of The Joy of Painting season 4, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Joy of Painting season 4!

Artist Bob Ross takes you to his magical world of happy trees and teaches the laymen step by step how to create wonderful works of art using his trademark wet-on-wet technique.

Last Updated: 4/17/2024Network: PBSStatus: Ended
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Majestic Mountains
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8.60
5 votes

#1 - Majestic Mountains

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/19/1984

On a clear day Bob Ross creates an almighty mountain captured by a clear blue sky – another spectacular masterpiece on canvas.

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Winter Sawscape
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8.33
3 votes

#2 - Winter Sawscape

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/26/1984

Something new and different -- paint a wintry country scene on a wooden sawblade with guest artist Dorothy Dent.

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Mountain Challenge
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8.14
7 votes

#3 - Mountain Challenge

Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/28/1984

Here it is! Impressive skies, misty waters and snowy mountains – completed by Bob Ross using just his specially designed painting knife!

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Tranquil Valley
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8.00
4 votes

#4 - Tranquil Valley

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/12/1984

Envision yourself in a world of purple mountain tops and glistening waters that reflect the glowing sky; a magical Bob Ross scene!

Cabin in the Woods
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7.75
4 votes

#5 - Cabin in the Woods

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 10/17/1984

Enjoy the peacefulness of the calm evening as you take a walk with Bob Ross through the enchanted timber lands just before nightfall.

Wetlands
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7.75
4 votes

#6 - Wetlands

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/24/1984

Feel the warm swampy air and admire the overgrown trees with hanging Spanish moss and velvety bushes … all Bob Ross style of course!

Cool Waters
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7.25
4 votes

#7 - Cool Waters

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/31/1984

Bob Ross captures the beauty of Alaska on canvas: clear skies, soft cottony clouds, snow covered mountains and breathtaking crystal lake.

Quiet Woods
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7.25
4 votes

#8 - Quiet Woods

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/7/1984

Bob Ross takes you on a journey through the majestic forest where you can smell the sweet aroma of pines and taste cool mist in the air.

Purple Splendor
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6.97
33 votes

#9 - Purple Splendor

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/5/1984

Bob Ross will fascinate you with this crimson winter scene, where cabin and snow are virtually undisturbed and the evergreens are full.

Warm Summer Day
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6.50
2 votes

#10 - Warm Summer Day

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/10/1984

Grab a cold lemonade and follow along with Bob Ross as he leads you through wooded beauty into a hot summer swimming spot.

Evening Seascape
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6.00
3 votes

#11 - Evening Seascape

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/3/1984

Feel the cool breeze and admire the beauty of turbulent waves, jagged cliffs and dark night skies -- Bob Ross paints a west coast seascape.

Northwest Majesty
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6.00
3 votes

#12 - Northwest Majesty

Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/14/1984

Tall leafy trees, almighty mountains and puffy white clouds; a fresh and innovative painting by guest artist Diane Andre.

Autumn Days
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6.00
4 votes

#13 - Autumn Days

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/21/1984

In the still of the night, trees reflect off the glistening pond and cool breeze of blows as Bob Ross takes you on this black canvas adventure.