5.0/101 votesLoading...#1 - 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.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#2 - A Walk in the Woods
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/11/1983
Bob Ross introduces us to his "Almighty" assortment of tools and colors, tells us that anyone can paint, and creates a landscape of a forest path just after a rain shower.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#3 - 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.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#4 - Ebony Sunset
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#5 - Winter Mist
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/25/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#6 - Quiet Stream
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/1/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#8 - Autumn Mountain
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/15/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#9 - Peaceful Valley
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2/22/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#11 - Mountain Lake
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/8/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#12 - Winter Glow
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/15/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#13 - Snow Fall
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/22/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#14 - Final Reflections
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 3/29/1983
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#15 - Meadow Lake
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 8/31/1983
Glide into this scenic world of green trees and bushes reflecting into calm waters. Bob Ross paints both gentle beauty and almighty power.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#16 - Winter Sun
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/7/1983
Find the glistening sun peeking through the trees in this wintery scene; Bob Ross creates a cold day warmed by daystar radiance.
Director: Sally Schenck
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#17 - Ebony Sea
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 9/14/1983
As the night settles over a rocky coast, Bob Ross gives you a warm glow still in the sky – a painting achieved on black canvas.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#18 - 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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NaN/100 votesLoading...#19 - 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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NaN/100 votesLoading...#20 - Black River
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 10/5/1983
In this painting Bob Ross emphasizes a slow river winding around colorful foliage, with the final embers of sunlight ahead.
Director: Sally Schenck
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#21 - Brown Mountain
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 10/12/1983
Swim in the warm water, nap in the luxurious green grass – today Bob Ross creates a wonderful summer mountain scene.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#22 - Reflections
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 10/19/1983
Truly picture perfect. A bright day and still water combine to make amazing mirrored images throughout this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#23 - Black and White Seascape
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 10/26/1983
An approaching storm and dramatic sky set the mood for this unique seascape. Bob Ross uses a canvas painted half black and half white.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#24 - Lazy River
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 11/2/1983
Take a relaxing walk with Bob Ross through a bright green grassy forest, where a smooth crystal waterway flows so, so quietly.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#25 - Black Waterfall
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 11/9/1983
Hear the sounds of a bubbling stream and distant waterfall against the most tumultuous of all skies; a spectacular Bob Ross painting.
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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting
Every episode of The Joy of Painting ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting!
The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross...
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Best Episodes Summary
"Purple Splendor" is the best rated episode of "The Joy of Painting". It scored 5/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/5/1984. This episode scored NaN points higher than the second highest rated, "A Walk in the Woods".