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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...
  1. Background image for Autumn Glory
    9.8/10(52 votes)

    #1 - Autumn Glory

    S5:E11

    In this landscape Bob Ross paints a far away mountain snuggled in with bright green trees and bushes mirrored in glistening waters.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Secluded Lake
    9.8/10(40 votes)

    #2 - Secluded Lake

    S7:E2

    With brush in hand, Bob Ross leads you on a summertime nature walk, as you uncover the beauty of leafy trees and pond.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.8/10(49 votes)

    #3 - Mountain Cabin

    S7:E4

    To capture the innocence of a stream-side cottage, Bob Ross creates a giant mountain standing majestically in the distance.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Mountain Splendor
    9.8/10(41 votes)

    #4 - Mountain Splendor

    S7:E8

    It’s almost fall, and Bob Ross captures the undaunted power and charm of a mighty brown mountain surveying its rustic surroundings.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.8/10(37 votes)

    #5 - Sunset Oval

    S11:E8

    Bob Ross uses a golden selection of colors in this gorgeous fall mountain scene, all within a cleverly different oval shape on canvas.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Oval Essence
    9.8/10(39 votes)

    #6 - Oval Essence

    S13:E12

    Bob Ross’ dramatic use of blue tones results in an emotional depiction of stark waves at night – all tucked inside an oval shape.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Cypress Creek
    9.8/10(18 votes)

    #7 - Cypress Creek

    S29:E7

    Take a stroll with Bob Ross deep into the swamp and breathe in the fragrances of damp earth and moss-filled trees on a rill bank.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.7/10(51 votes)

    #8 - Cool Waters

    S4:E9

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.7/10(46 votes)

    #9 - Northwest Majesty

    S4:E11

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  11. Background image for Autumn Days
    9.7/10(54 votes)

    #10 - Autumn Days

    S4:E12

    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.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.7/10(58 votes)

    #11 - Mountain Waterfall

    S5:E1

    Bob Ross creates a tiny waterfall tucked beside a glassy lake, while surrounded by snowy majestic peaks and distant evergreens.

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    Director:Unknown
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    9.7/10(46 votes)

    #12 - Mountain Blossoms

    S5:E3

    Guest Artist Dana Jester shares with us the beauty of sweet lavender clusters nestled in the heart of a snowy winter forest.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.7/10(43 votes)

    #13 - Winter Stillness

    S5:E4

    Ice cold pond, snowy-covered banks, soft hues in the sky … Bob Ross teaches us to admire the simple beauty of nature.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  15. Background image for Ocean Sunrise
    9.7/10(44 votes)

    #14 - Ocean Sunrise

    S5:E6

    Watch as the sun comes up into the golden sky and creates an illusion on the calm morning sea in this painting by guest artist Audrey Golden.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  16. Background image for Bubbling Brook
    9.7/10(46 votes)

    #15 - Bubbling Brook

    S5:E7

    In the evening light Bob Ross creates a fast flowing little waterfall happily running through the lush green meadow grass.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  17. Background image for The Windmill
    9.7/10(43 votes)

    #16 - The Windmill

    S5:E10

    Bob Ross creates a proud strong windmill, standing in watch beside old farm buildings where happy little animals lay still in the night.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for Evergreens at Sunset
    9.7/10(39 votes)

    #17 - Evergreens at Sunset

    S7:E3

    Using a different technique or two, Bob Ross creates a fascinating scene – watch the sun drop below the horizon, just behind the shadow of trees.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  19. Background image for Barn at Sunset
    9.7/10(39 votes)

    #18 - Barn at Sunset

    S7:E7

    Bob Ross paints an expansive barn appearing half-covered in a snowy setting of frost bitten foliage and sun-kissed sky.

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    Director:Unknown
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  20. Background image for Dark Waterfall
    9.7/10(40 votes)

    #19 - Dark Waterfall

    S7:E13

    Watch Bob Ross create a sweet little waterfall in the middle of a protective forest of glorious early autumn foliage.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.7/10(41 votes)

    #20 - Sunset over the Waves

    S11:E10

    A fantastic Bob Ross seascape today – enjoy the golden, pink and mauve tones in the sky and crashing waves.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.7/10(39 votes)

    #21 - Golden Glow

    S11:E11

    Even a tiny shanty by the pond can be a warm place in the dead of winter – Bob Ross shows us how to make a snow scene glow!

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  23. Background image for Happy Accident
    9.7/10(40 votes)

    #22 - Happy Accident

    S11:E13

    Supple sky, fluffy trees and playful rushing river are created by Bob Ross, simply from correcting common mistakes on canvas.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  24. Background image for Evening at Sunset
    9.7/10(37 votes)

    #23 - Evening at Sunset

    S13:E4

    The day’s sun is almost gone, but Bob Ross finds what’s left of it in this unusual blend of late afternoon tones.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  25. Background image for Mountain Summit
    9.7/10(38 votes)

    #24 - Mountain Summit

    S13:E10

    Snowy peaks point toward the heavens as Bob Ross surrounds all of this with a happy gathering of landscape finery.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for Lost Lake
    9.7/10(38 votes)

    #25 - Lost Lake

    S13:E13

    Bob Ross finds a barely visible lake being hugged by snowy mountains and some of nature’s finest greenery.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"Autumn Glory" is the best rated episode of "The Joy of Painting". It scored 9.8/10 based on 52 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/13/1985. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Secluded Lake".