The BEST episodes of The Joy of Painting
Every episode of The Joy of Painting ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Joy of Painting!
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.
#1 - Blaze of Color
Season 6 - Episode 13 - Aired 7/23/1985
Evening sky sets in, giving way to a perfect glow -- watch a black canvas come to life under the magic brushes of Bob Ross.
#2 - Hidden Creek
Season 13 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/7/1987
Bob Ross finds and captures on canvas the haunting loveliness of stalwart trees shielding a lonesome brook from the light.
#3 - Winter Night
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/25/1984
Bob Ross captures the stillness of cold darkness and rests a cozy little cabin atop a snow covered hill – a real black canvas favorite.
#4 - Dark Waterfall
Season 7 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/25/1985
Watch Bob Ross create a sweet little waterfall in the middle of a protective forest of glorious early autumn foliage.
#5 - Distant Hills
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/1/1984
Far, far away there rests a mountain nestled in misty clouds and foothills. Bob Ross creates a scene using soft, brilliant colors.
#6 - Morning Walk
Season 17 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/15/1989
Haven't you always imagined walking through one of Bob Ross' beautiful landscape paintings? Watch as he makes a dream come true!
#7 - Deep Forest Lake
Season 15 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/13/1988
A dark mere almost completely shielded from the sunlight by a thick growth of soft leafy trees is Bob Ross’ lovely painting today.
#8 - Fisherman's Paradise
Season 25 - Episode 11 - Aired 11/3/1992
In the golden glow of sunrise, join Bob Ross for a refreshing look at early morning where anglers work and thrive – all inside a uniquely framed painting.
#9 - The Old Oak Tree
Season 20 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/23/1990
Join Bob Ross today as he paints a huge, single stately oak, just on the edge of the forest, its spreading branches and foliage providing comfort and shelter.
#10 - Western Expanse
Season 6 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/9/1985
Powerful clouds, rolling hills and winding river waters -- Bob Ross creates this masterpiece using only his special painting knife.
#11 - Peaceful Waters
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/28/1984
Talented guest artist Steve Ross creates clear blue skies, an almighty mountain and lake lined generously with trees and bushes.
#12 - Autumn Splendor
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/28/1983
The fall breeze rustles in the trees as you rest your feet in crisp still waters. Discover the joys of nature in this Bob Ross painting.
#13 - Mountain Range
Season 8 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/13/1986
Guest painter Steve Ross uses lots of color in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake.
#14 - Marshlands
Season 6 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/16/1985
Bob Ross takes us deep into the southeastern peninsula to create a beautiful scene with still blue waters and bright green mossy trees.
#15 - Mountain Cabin
Season 7 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/1985
To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob Ross creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance.
#16 - Rustic Winter Woods
Season 27 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/16/1993
Hike into the midst of a snow-covered forest with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of leafless trees in slumber and texture you can almost feel.
#17 - Island Paradise
Season 27 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/27/1993
Travel to the tropics with Bob Ross, stroll along the palm tree shores and drink in the soul-cleansing beauty of the sea. An oval masterpiece you'll enjoy.
#18 - Crimson Tide
Season 23 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/19/1991
Bob Ross paints a breathtakingly beautiful seascape on black canvas today, complete with fierce skies, jagged cliff and raging ocean waves.
#19 - Wilderness Day
Season 31 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/17/1994
Step into the natural beauty of an overgrown colorful meadow and enjoy the peace and soft tranquility you get from Bob Ross' painting technique.
#20 - Mountain View
Season 13 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/30/1987
Bob Ross’ painting technique is at its best as he shows a rugged group of mountains peering down upon nature’s lovely greenery.
#21 - Snowy Solitude
Season 14 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/20/1988
A snow-covered winter fantasy land seems so real, and Bob Ross shows you how easy his special painting technique can be.
#22 - Northern Lights
Season 8 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/27/1986
Bob Ross begins with a black canvas to create this startling rendition of a snowy landscape with the notorious lights of the northern sky.
#23 - Country Life
Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/2/1985
Bob Ross takes us home to the farm -- a big red barn and long rickety wooden fence – capturing our very vivid childhood memories.
#24 - Mt. McKinley
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/1983
This episode remains unaired and was provided only to various TV stations to determine their interest in the show.
#25 - Shades of Grey
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/21/1983
Bundle up and endure the cold weather in this snow filled adventure; Bob Ross paints a wintry mountain scene using only Grey and White tones.