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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 3

Every episode of The Joy of Painting Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 3!

The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 3

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 Mountain Retreat
    9.4/10(56 votes)

    #1 - Mountain Retreat

    S3:E1

    Bob Ross paints a beautiful summer getaway with rugged brown peaks, clear blue waters and a cozy little cabin too.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Blue Moon
    9.2/10(57 votes)

    #2 - Blue Moon

    S3:E2

    Breathtaking skies, bending palms and waves that accentuate the cool night breeze. A one-of-a-kind masterpiece by Bob Ross.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Bubbling Stream
    9.4/10(52 votes)

    #3 - Bubbling Stream

    S3:E3

    In the midst of the forest flows a stream that splashes and trickles endlessly along – Bob Ross depicts the true beauty of nature.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.2/10(58 votes)

    #4 - Winter Night

    S3:E4

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for Distant Hills
    9.2/10(51 votes)

    #5 - Distant Hills

    S3:E5

    Far, far away there rests a mountain nestled in misty clouds and foothills. Bob Ross creates a scene using soft, brilliant colors.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Covered Bridge
    9.2/10(53 votes)

    #6 - Covered Bridge

    S3:E6

    Enjoy this Bob Ross scene that includes luxurious green foliage and an old weathered trestle-bridge placed lovingly amongst all the beauty.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Quiet Inlet
    9.1/10(56 votes)

    #7 - Quiet Inlet

    S3:E7

    Sneak away into the sounds of quiet waters, velvety green shrubs and distance foothills. Bob Ross creates a perfect scene of relaxation.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.3/10(53 votes)

    #8 - Night Light

    S3:E8

    In this dark breathtaking scene, Bob Ross creates an almost calm night with waves crashing against rocks and protective lighthouse.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for The Old Mill
    9.4/10(53 votes)

    #9 - The Old Mill

    S3:E9

    Journey into the country with Bob Ross and watch how he creates this magnificent painting by adding a large old mill into the heart of the forest.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.4/10(60 votes)

    #10 - Campfire

    S3:E10

    In this one-of-a-kind masterpiece, Bob Ross paints a vibrant golden red glow, complete with cowboy restin’ a while by the cracklin’ flames.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.4/10(51 votes)

    #11 - Rustic Barn

    S3:E11

    A beautiful fall scene -- Bob Ross uses the colors of nature to settle an old worn-down farm building into soft golden grassy bushes and trees.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    9.4/10(51 votes)

    #12 - Hidden Lake

    S3:E12

    Beneath a soft purple mountain range, lots of trees and bushes surround a secret little lake, as only Bob Ross can create on canvas.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for Peaceful Waters
    9.4/10(50 votes)

    #13 - Peaceful Waters

    S3:E13

    Talented guest artist Steve Ross creates clear blue skies, an almighty mountain and lake lined generously with trees and bushes.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Mountain Retreat" is the best rated episode of "The Joy of Painting" season 3. It scored 9.4/10 based on 56 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/4/1984. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Blue Moon".