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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 Worst Episode
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    The Joy of Painting Season 29 Episode 10 - Pot O' Posies
    4.5/10(77 votes)

    #1 - Pot O' Posies

    S29:E10

    Follow guest artist Annette Kowalski as she creates a beautiful hanging clay pot full of leaves and flowers using the Bob Ross painting method.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Joy of Painting Season 18 Episode 2 - Absolutely Autumn
    5.2/10(13 votes)

    #2 - Absolutely Autumn

    S18:E2

    Rich, soft colors prove that fall has arrived! Join Bob Ross as he paints a quiet pond and surrounding foliage preparing themselves for a season of slumber.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 7 - Spectacular Waterfall
    5.6/10(11 votes)

    #3 - Spectacular Waterfall

    S17:E7

    Grandest of mountains overlooking an incredibly breathtaking waterfall … a Bob Ross painting you must see to believe!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Joy of Painting Season 16 Episode 9 - Barn in Snow Oval
    5.7/10(15 votes)

    #4 - Barn in Snow Oval

    S16:E9

    You’ll love this super big snow-bundled country structure by Bob Ross – it’s in an oval, and watch for a little surprise too!

    Director:Sally Schenck
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 2 - The Old Home Place
    5.7/10(14 votes)

    #5 - The Old Home Place

    S17:E2

    Travel with Bob Ross along the country back roads as he paints a quiet little home on a meadow with a beautiful, serene sky.

    Director:Sally Schenck
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 6 - A Mild Winter's Day
    5.8/10(12 votes)

    #6 - A Mild Winter's Day

    S17:E6

    Winter scenes don’t have to be cold! With a touch of the sun’s warmth, Bob Ross turns the chill of winter into a golden day.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 10 - Old Country Mill
    5.8/10(16 votes)

    #7 - Old Country Mill

    S17:E10

    Rich colors and abundant softness make this such a beautiful Bob Ross painting; detailed mill and waterwheel make it special.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Joy of Painting Season 21 Episode 9 - Indian Summer
    5.8/10(15 votes)

    #8 - Indian Summer

    S21:E9

    Paint along with Bob Ross and discover what autumn beauty unfolds as those exotic orange and gold colors appear on canvas.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Joy of Painting Season 23 Episode 11 - Frozen Beauty in Vignette
    5.8/10(19 votes)

    #9 - Frozen Beauty in Vignette

    S23:E11

    A truly graceful scene, as if floating in air -- icy pond and weather-worn cabin -- is today’s Bob Ross winter landscape.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Joy of Painting Season 26 Episode 3 - First Snow
    5.8/10(12 votes)

    #10 - First Snow

    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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  11. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 9 - Lake View
    5.9/10(12 votes)

    #11 - Lake View

    S17:E9

    For as far as the eye can see -- beautiful rolling hills, birch trees and soft watery reflections; undoubtedly guest artist Steve Ross at his finest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 12 - Nature's Splendor
    5.9/10(13 votes)

    #12 - Nature's Splendor

    S17:E12

    Bob Ross paints the very best of nature -- stately evergreens and cool, still waters standing before a glorious brown mountain. A real beauty!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Joy of Painting Season 18 Episode 10 - Double Oval Stream
    5.9/10(13 votes)

    #13 - Double Oval Stream

    S18:E10

    Bob Ross creates a gentle brook flowing from one oval to another, under the protective branches and foliage of stately birch trees.

    Director:Sally Schenck
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Joy of Painting Season 18 Episode 12 - Southwest Serenity
    5.9/10(12 votes)

    #14 - Southwest Serenity

    S18:E12

    Drink in the astonishing beauty of a spectacular desert as you ride down a well traveled road with the amazing brushes of Bob Ross.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Joy of Painting Season 23 Episode 12 - Crimson Tide
    5.9/10(22 votes)

    #15 - Crimson Tide

    S23:E12

    Bob Ross paints a breathtakingly beautiful seascape on black canvas today, complete with fierce skies, jagged cliff and raging ocean waves.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Joy of Painting Season 25 Episode 13 - The Property Line
    5.9/10(18 votes)

    #16 - The Property Line

    S25:E13

    Bob Ross paints an old gnarly tree and snow-capped fence to mark the line between home and the edge of the winter blanketed forest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Joy of Painting Season 27 Episode 6 - Daisies at Dawn
    5.9/10(12 votes)

    #17 - Daisies at Dawn

    S27:E6

    A perfect oval composition! Come along with Bob Ross and see a secluded cottage with wild daisies and birch trees near a small woodland pond.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Joy of Painting Season 17 Episode 11 - Morning Walk
    6.0/10(11 votes)

    #18 - Morning Walk

    S17:E11

    Haven’t you always imagined walking through one of Bob Ross’ beautiful landscape paintings? Watch as he makes a dream come true!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Joy of Painting Season 18 Episode 5 - Autumn Exhibition
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    #19 - Autumn Exhibition

    S18:E5

    Enjoy a casual stroll down the pathway overlooking a quiet pond and breathe in the cool crisp fall air! Bob Ross takes you through this magnificent season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Joy of Painting Season 18 Episode 7 - Golden Morning Mist
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    #20 - Golden Morning Mist

    S18:E7

    Stroll into the quiet stillness of early daybreak with Bob Ross as he captures the essence of a sun shrouded forest on canvas.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Joy of Painting Season 18 Episode 11 - Enchanted Forest
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    #21 - Enchanted Forest

    S18:E11

    Enjoy this fascinating experience of watching Bob Ross bring these deep dark woods alive; incredible magic on a partial black canvas.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Joy of Painting Season 19 Episode 2 - Quiet Mountain Lake
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    #22 - Quiet Mountain Lake

    S19:E2

    Relax with Bob Ross as the perfect picnic spot emerges from his paint filled brushes – quiet peaks on a tranquil lake and luscious green velvety grass.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Joy of Painting Season 19 Episode 5 - Camper's Haven
    6.0/10(11 votes)

    #23 - Camper's Haven

    S19:E5

    Warm skies, pleasant valley and purple misty mountains – the perfect place to pitch your tent and enjoy the view with painter Bob Ross.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Joy of Painting Season 19 Episode 6 - Waterfall in the Woods
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    #24 - Waterfall in the Woods

    S19:E6

    Drink in the breathtaking beauty of spectacular cascades deep in the timberland. Bob Ross invites you create this astonishing scenic display.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Joy of Painting Season 27 Episode 4 - Wilderness Falls
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    #25 - Wilderness Falls

    S27:E4

    Relish the tranquility of valley waters gently falling into a quiet summer mere – smooth cliffs and trees frame this Bob Ross wonderland.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pot O' Posies" is the worst rated episode of "The Joy of Painting". It scored 4.5/10 based on 77 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/26/1993. This episode scored 0.7 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Absolutely Autumn".