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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 26

Every episode of The Joy of Painting Season 26 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 26!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 6 - An Arctic Winter Day
    5.4/10(34 votes)

    S26:E6

    Travel to the coldest place imaginable with Bob Ross and find a lonely cabin comfortably nestled on the edge of a glassy-smooth frozen pond.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 7 - Snow Birch
    5.1/10(31 votes)

    S26:E7

    An incredibly unique Bob Ross painting -- delight in the effects of white and black gesso, discover a birch tree forest perfectly mirrored in the cold stillness of winter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 11 - Storm's a Comin'
    4.8/10(28 votes)

    S26:E11

    Join artist Bob Ross under turbulent skies as the windy waves rush to crash upon the rocks – all within a pleasing oval shape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 12 - Sunset Aglow
    4.8/10(29 votes)

    S26:E12

    Find yourself in a gorgeous late-afternoon mountain masterpiece by Bob Ross -- breathtaking purples skies, defined evergreens and smooth lake.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 1 - In the Stillness of the Morning
    4.7/10(27 votes)

    S26:E1

    Take a walk with Bob Ross and experience the quiet motionless beauty of a glassy river as the morning fog hangs onto the distant shore.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 4 - Lake in the Valley
    4.7/10(26 votes)

    S26:E4

    Discover a beautiful quiet lake hidden deep in the wilderness – and just beyond a glorious snow-covered mountain! – from the magical brushes of Bob Ross.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 5 - A Trace of Spring
    4.7/10(29 votes)

    S26:E5

    Stroll along a wonderful hustling, bubbling river with Bob Ross and enjoy the emergence of springtime blossoms on spectacular trees.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 8 - Early Autumn
    4.7/10(27 votes)

    S26:E8

    Follow along with the brushes of Bob Ross and step into a beautiful mountain oval – experience the first signs of autumn.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 10 - Purple Mountain Range
    4.7/10(25 votes)

    S26:E10

    Take a nice walk with Bob Ross along a peacefully flowing river and enjoy a view of gorgeous amethyst mountains and stately trees in the distance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 13 - Evening at the Falls
    4.4/10(26 votes)

    S26:E13

    Sneak away into the cold shadows with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of a winter night at the foot of a large fierce waterfall.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 2 - Delightful Meadow Home
    4.3/10(26 votes)

    S26:E2

    Hike into the expanse of wilderness with Bob Ross and happen upon a quaint little home sitting among softly blowing meadow grasses.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 9 - Tranquil Wooded Stream
    4.3/10(26 votes)

    S26:E9

    Bob Ross takes you to a lovely spot deep in the woods where the seclusion, silence and beauty offer serenity to the soul.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 3 - First Snow
    4.0/10(24 votes)

    S26:E3

    Follow Bob Ross into a lovely mountain setting with magnificent evergreens, where the first touches of snow appear in the valley.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 26 Ratings Summary

"An Arctic Winter Day" is the best rated episode of The Joy of Painting season 26. It scored 5.4/10 from 34 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on January 5, 1993. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Snow Birch".