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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting

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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 could complete a painting in half an hour, the intent

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Joy of Painting Season 4 Episode 1 - Purple Splendor
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Purple Splendor

    S4:E1

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 1 - A Walk in the Woods
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    #2 - A Walk in the Woods

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 2 - Mt. McKinley
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Mt. McKinley

    S1:E2

    This episode remains unaired and was provided only to various TV stations to determine their interest in the show.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 3 - Ebony Sunset
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    #4 - Ebony Sunset

    S1:E3

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 4 - Winter Mist
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    #5 - Winter Mist

    S1:E4

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 5 - Quiet Stream
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    #6 - Quiet Stream

    S1:E5

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 6 - Winter Moon
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    #7 - Winter Moon

    S1:E6

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 7 - Autumn Mountain
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    #8 - Autumn Mountain

    S1:E7

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 8 - Peaceful Valley
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    #9 - Peaceful Valley

    S1:E8

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 9 - Seascape
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    #10 - Seascape

    S1:E9

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 10 - Mountain Lake
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    #11 - Mountain Lake

    S1:E10

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 11 - Winter Glow
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Winter Glow

    S1:E11

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 12 - Snow Fall
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Snow Fall

    S1:E12

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Joy of Painting Season 1 Episode 13 - Final Reflections
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    #14 - Final Reflections

    S1:E13

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 1 - Meadow Lake
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Meadow Lake

    S2:E1

    Glide into this scenic world of green trees and bushes reflecting into calm waters. Bob Ross paints both gentle beauty and almighty power.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 2 - Winter Sun
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Winter Sun

    S2:E2

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 3 - Ebony Sea
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Ebony Sea

    S2:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 4 - Shades of Grey
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Shades of Grey

    S2:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 5 - Autumn Splendor
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Autumn Splendor

    S2:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 6 - Black River
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Black River

    S2:E6

    In this painting Bob Ross emphasizes a slow river winding around colorful foliage, with the final embers of sunlight ahead.

    Director:Sally Schenck
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 7 - Brown Mountain
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Brown Mountain

    S2:E7

    Swim in the warm water, nap in the luxurious green grass – today Bob Ross creates a wonderful summer mountain scene.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 8 - Reflections
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Reflections

    S2:E8

    Truly picture perfect. A bright day and still water combine to make amazing mirrored images throughout this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 9 - Black and White Seascape
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    #23 - Black and White Seascape

    S2:E9

    An approaching storm and dramatic sky set the mood for this unique seascape. Bob Ross uses a canvas painted half black and half white.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 10 - Lazy River
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Lazy River

    S2:E10

    Take a relaxing walk with Bob Ross through a bright green grassy forest, where a smooth crystal waterway flows so, so quietly.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Joy of Painting Season 2 Episode 11 - Black Waterfall
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Black Waterfall

    S2:E11

    Hear the sounds of a bubbling stream and distant waterfall against the most tumultuous of all skies; a spectacular Bob Ross painting.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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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 Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/5/1984. This episode scored 5.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Walk in the Woods".