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.

Last Updated: 1/17/2024Network: PBSStatus: Ended
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Hidden Creek
star
9.33
3 votes

#1 - 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.

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Morning Walk
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9.00
2 votes

#2 - 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!

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Deep Forest Lake
star
9.00
2 votes

#3 - 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.

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Rustic Winter Woods
star
9.00
3 votes

#4 - 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.

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Island Paradise
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9.00
3 votes

#5 - 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.

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Fisherman's Paradise
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9.00
2 votes

#6 - 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.

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Crimson Tide
star
9.00
2 votes

#7 - 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.

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Mountain View
star
9.00
3 votes

#8 - 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.

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Snowy Solitude
star
9.00
3 votes

#9 - 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.

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The Old Oak Tree
star
9.00
2 votes

#10 - 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.

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Winter Night
star
8.88
8 votes

#11 - 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.

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Marshlands
star
8.80
5 votes

#12 - 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.

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Blaze of Color
star
8.80
5 votes

#13 - 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.

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Splashes of Autumn
star
8.67
3 votes

#14 - Splashes of Autumn

Season 25 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/15/1992

Bob Ross creates a beautiful golden warm waterfall scene, employing a lovely almost watercolor-looking effect. Come join in the fun!

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Mountain Range
star
8.67
3 votes

#15 - 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.

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Shades of Grey
star
8.64
14 votes

#16 - 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.

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Frozen Solitude
star
8.60
5 votes

#17 - Frozen Solitude

Season 13 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/9/1987

A snowy mountain range, an ice-covered lake, and a lost little cabin combine to create a wintry testimony to Bob Ross’ artistic magic.

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Twin Falls
star
8.60
5 votes

#18 - Twin Falls

Season 10 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/17/1986

A mellow background gives way to chunky rock formations, trickling waterways and happy trees in this Bob Ross landscape.

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Majestic Mountains
star
8.60
5 votes

#19 - 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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Dark Waterfall
star
8.60
5 votes

#20 - 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.

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Autumn Splendor
star
8.56
9 votes

#21 - 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.

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Wilderness Day
star
8.56
9 votes

#22 - 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.

Directors: Sally Schenck
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A Mild Winter's Day
star
8.50
2 votes

#23 - A Mild Winter's Day

Season 17 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/8/1989

Winter scenes don't have to be cold! With a touch of the sun's warmth, Bob Ross turns the chill of winter into a golden day. Colors used: Titanium White, Phthalo Blue, Midnight Black, Dark Sienna, Van Dyke Brown, Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Yellow, Yellow Ochre, Indian Yellow, Bright Red

Directors: Sally Schenck
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Western Expanse
star
8.50
4 votes

#24 - 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.

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Soft Mountain Glow
star
8.50
2 votes

#25 - Soft Mountain Glow

Season 12 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/8/1987

Bob Ross’ project for today is an almost feathery, tranquil landscape setting at the base of a towering mountain.

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