Best of the Joy of Painting

The late Bob Ross delights and encourages the painting hobbyist. The soft-spoken Ross paints natural scenes, including his trademark "happy" clouds, mountains and trees, while soothingly offering words of encouragement to those painting at home.

Sat, Nov 14 5:30 A.M. An Arctic Winter Day     NH Create (11.4)

Travel along with Bob Ross and discover the serenity of a quiet cabin nestled in a frozen moment.

Sat, Nov 14 6:00 A.M. Country Creek     NHPBS (11.1)

Team up with Bob Ross and travel back to the days of swimming in that secluded country creek.

Sat, Nov 14 10:00 A.M. Wilderness Cabin     NH Create (11.4)

Paint along with Bob Ross and discover the beauty of a secluded log cabin with only a quiet pond and wilderness trees for companionship.

Sat, Nov 14 10:30 A.M. Autumn Fantasy     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece, bursting with brilliant Fall colors, stately trees and glistening reflections.

Sat, Nov 14 11:00 A.M. Secluded Forest     NH Create (11.4)

On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest; it'll send your imagination soaring.

Sat, Nov 14 11:30 A.M. Old Country Mill     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints an old time mill -- complete with waterwheel -- using rich abundant colors, soft and warm.

Sat, Nov 14 12:00 P.M. River's Peace     NH Create (11.4)

Grab your brushes and join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing under protective branches of lovely trees.

Sat, Nov 14 12:30 P.M. Mighty Mountain Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Glorious mountain and stately fir tree accents, see Bob Ross achieve amazing results with his famous painting method.

Sat, Nov 14 1:00 P.M. Falls in the Glen     NH Create (11.4)

Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise -- two beautiful waterfalls!

Sat, Nov 14 1:30 P.M. Hidden Delight     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints a fantastic old rustic shed sitting along a well-worn, overgrown country walkway.

Sat, Nov 14 2:00 P.M. Cliffside     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy the rhythmic flow of deep sea waters crashing up onto surrounding rocks and cliffs, Bob Ross style!

Sat, Nov 14 2:30 P.M. Valley of Tranquility     NH Create (11.4)

Green valley, towering mountains, water and breezes gently flow -- paint along with Bob Ross and experience the joy!

Sat, Nov 14 9:00 P.M. An Arctic Winter Day     NH Create (11.4)

Travel along with Bob Ross and discover the serenity of a quiet cabin nestled in a frozen moment.

Sat, Nov 14 9:30 P.M. Enchanted Falls Oval     NH Create (11.4)

Create this extraordinary cascading water scene with Bob Ross and discover the magic of his special painting style.

Sun, Nov 15 2:00 A.M. An Arctic Winter Day     NH Create (11.4)

Travel along with Bob Ross and discover the serenity of a quiet cabin nestled in a frozen moment.

Sun, Nov 15 2:30 A.M. Enchanted Falls Oval     NH Create (11.4)

Create this extraordinary cascading water scene with Bob Ross and discover the magic of his special painting style.

Sun, Nov 15 12:00 P.M. Wilderness Cabin     NH Create (11.4)

Paint along with Bob Ross and discover the beauty of a secluded log cabin with only a quiet pond and wilderness trees for companionship.

Sun, Nov 15 12:30 P.M. Autumn Fantasy     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece, bursting with brilliant Fall colors, stately trees and glistening reflections.

Sun, Nov 15 1:00 P.M. Secluded Forest     NH Create (11.4)

On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest; it'll send your imagination soaring.

Sun, Nov 15 1:30 P.M. Old Country Mill     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints an old time mill -- complete with waterwheel -- using rich abundant colors, soft and warm.

Sun, Nov 15 2:00 P.M. River's Peace     NH Create (11.4)

Grab your brushes and join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing under protective branches of lovely trees.

Sun, Nov 15 2:30 P.M. Mighty Mountain Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Glorious mountain and stately fir tree accents, see Bob Ross achieve amazing results with his famous painting method.

Sun, Nov 15 3:00 P.M. Falls in the Glen     NH Create (11.4)

Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise -- two beautiful waterfalls!

Sun, Nov 15 3:30 P.M. Hidden Delight     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints a fantastic old rustic shed sitting along a well-worn, overgrown country walkway.

Sun, Nov 15 4:00 P.M. Cliffside     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy the rhythmic flow of deep sea waters crashing up onto surrounding rocks and cliffs, Bob Ross style!

Sun, Nov 15 4:30 P.M. Valley of Tranquility     NH Create (11.4)

Green valley, towering mountains, water and breezes gently flow -- paint along with Bob Ross and experience the joy!

Sun, Nov 15 9:00 P.M. Wilderness Cabin     NH Create (11.4)

Paint along with Bob Ross and discover the beauty of a secluded log cabin with only a quiet pond and wilderness trees for companionship.

Sun, Nov 15 9:30 P.M. Autumn Fantasy     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece, bursting with brilliant Fall colors, stately trees and glistening reflections.

Mon, Nov 16 2:00 A.M. Wilderness Cabin     NH Create (11.4)

Paint along with Bob Ross and discover the beauty of a secluded log cabin with only a quiet pond and wilderness trees for companionship.

Mon, Nov 16 2:30 A.M. Autumn Fantasy     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy this Bob Ross mountain masterpiece, bursting with brilliant Fall colors, stately trees and glistening reflections.

Mon, Nov 16 11:30 A.M. Countryside Oval     NH Create (11.4)

This Bob Ross fishing spot is so delightful and tranquil that you'll want to linger awhile!

Mon, Nov 16 9:00 P.M. Secluded Forest     NH Create (11.4)

On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest; it'll send your imagination soaring.

Mon, Nov 16 9:30 P.M. Old Country Mill     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints an old time mill -- complete with waterwheel -- using rich abundant colors, soft and warm.

Mon, Nov 16 11:30 P.M. Countryside Oval     NH Create (11.4)

This Bob Ross fishing spot is so delightful and tranquil that you'll want to linger awhile!

Tue, Nov 17 2:00 A.M. Secluded Forest     NH Create (11.4)

On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest; it'll send your imagination soaring.

Tue, Nov 17 2:30 A.M. Old Country Mill     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints an old time mill -- complete with waterwheel -- using rich abundant colors, soft and warm.

Tue, Nov 17 5:30 A.M. Countryside Oval     NH Create (11.4)

This Bob Ross fishing spot is so delightful and tranquil that you'll want to linger awhile!

Tue, Nov 17 11:30 A.M. Twin Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy a peaceful half-hour as Bob Ross paints a scene with not one, but two!

Tue, Nov 17 9:00 P.M. River's Peace     NH Create (11.4)

Grab your brushes and join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing under protective branches of lovely trees.

Tue, Nov 17 9:30 P.M. Mighty Mountain Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Glorious mountain and stately fir tree accents, see Bob Ross achieve amazing results with his famous painting method.

Tue, Nov 17 11:30 P.M. Twin Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy a peaceful half-hour as Bob Ross paints a scene with not one, but two!

Wed, Nov 18 2:00 A.M. River's Peace     NH Create (11.4)

Grab your brushes and join Bob Ross as he paints a gorgeous river gently flowing under protective branches of lovely trees.

Wed, Nov 18 2:30 A.M. Mighty Mountain Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Glorious mountain and stately fir tree accents, see Bob Ross achieve amazing results with his famous painting method.

Wed, Nov 18 5:30 A.M. Twin Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy a peaceful half-hour as Bob Ross paints a scene with not one, but two!

Wed, Nov 18 11:30 A.M. Fisherman's Paradise     NH Create (11.4)

In the golden glow of sunrise, join Bob Ross for a uniquely framed look at early morn on the water.

Wed, Nov 18 9:00 P.M. Falls in the Glen     NH Create (11.4)

Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise -- two beautiful waterfalls!

Wed, Nov 18 9:30 P.M. Hidden Delight     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints a fantastic old rustic shed sitting along a well-worn, overgrown country walkway.

Wed, Nov 18 11:30 P.M. Fisherman's Paradise     NH Create (11.4)

In the golden glow of sunrise, join Bob Ross for a uniquely framed look at early morn on the water.

Thu, Nov 19 2:00 A.M. Falls in the Glen     NH Create (11.4)

Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise -- two beautiful waterfalls!

Thu, Nov 19 2:30 A.M. Hidden Delight     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross paints a fantastic old rustic shed sitting along a well-worn, overgrown country walkway.

Thu, Nov 19 5:30 A.M. Fisherman's Paradise     NH Create (11.4)

In the golden glow of sunrise, join Bob Ross for a uniquely framed look at early morn on the water.

Thu, Nov 19 11:30 A.M. Two Seasons     NH Create (11.4)

Take a little walk with Bob Ross, he'll show you how to create the same landscape setting from summer into winter.

Thu, Nov 19 9:00 P.M. Cliffside     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy the rhythmic flow of deep sea waters crashing up onto surrounding rocks and cliffs, Bob Ross style!

Thu, Nov 19 9:30 P.M. Valley of Tranquility     NH Create (11.4)

Green valley, towering mountains, water and breezes gently flow -- paint along with Bob Ross and experience the joy!

Thu, Nov 19 11:30 P.M. Two Seasons     NH Create (11.4)

Take a little walk with Bob Ross, he'll show you how to create the same landscape setting from summer into winter.

Fri, Nov 20 2:00 A.M. Cliffside     NH Create (11.4)

Enjoy the rhythmic flow of deep sea waters crashing up onto surrounding rocks and cliffs, Bob Ross style!

Fri, Nov 20 2:30 A.M. Valley of Tranquility     NH Create (11.4)

Green valley, towering mountains, water and breezes gently flow -- paint along with Bob Ross and experience the joy!

Fri, Nov 20 5:30 A.M. Two Seasons     NH Create (11.4)

Take a little walk with Bob Ross, he'll show you how to create the same landscape setting from summer into winter.

Fri, Nov 20 11:30 A.M. Mountain Ridge Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Beautiful grassy mountains, serene valley lake -- settle back and enjoy this Bob Ross classic.

Sat, Nov 21 5:30 A.M. Mountain Ridge Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Beautiful grassy mountains, serene valley lake -- settle back and enjoy this Bob Ross classic.

Sat, Nov 21 6:00 A.M. Storm's A Comin     NHPBS (11.1)

Join artist Bob Ross under stormy skies as windy waves rush to crash upon the rocks.

Sat, Nov 21 9:00 P.M. Mountain Ridge Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Beautiful grassy mountains, serene valley lake -- settle back and enjoy this Bob Ross classic.

Sat, Nov 21 9:30 P.M. Countryside Oval     NH Create (11.4)

This Bob Ross fishing spot is so delightful and tranquil that you'll want to linger awhile!

Sun, Nov 22 2:00 A.M. Mountain Ridge Lake     NH Create (11.4)

Beautiful grassy mountains, serene valley lake -- settle back and enjoy this Bob Ross classic.

Sun, Nov 22 2:30 A.M. Countryside Oval     NH Create (11.4)

This Bob Ross fishing spot is so delightful and tranquil that you'll want to linger awhile!

Mon, Nov 23 11:30 A.M. Autumn Palette     NH Create (11.4)

Venture down a pathway with artist Bob Ross, you'll savor gorgeous fall-time woods and the glory of color!

Mon, Nov 23 11:30 P.M. Autumn Palette     NH Create (11.4)

Venture down a pathway with artist Bob Ross, you'll savor gorgeous fall-time woods and the glory of color!

Tue, Nov 24 5:30 A.M. Autumn Palette     NH Create (11.4)

Venture down a pathway with artist Bob Ross, you'll savor gorgeous fall-time woods and the glory of color!

Tue, Nov 24 11:30 A.M. Oriental Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross achieves some different effects on canvas, creating a light and easy beauty that looks almost like watercolor.

Tue, Nov 24 11:30 P.M. Oriental Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross achieves some different effects on canvas, creating a light and easy beauty that looks almost like watercolor.

Wed, Nov 25 5:30 A.M. Oriental Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross achieves some different effects on canvas, creating a light and easy beauty that looks almost like watercolor.

Wed, Nov 25 11:30 A.M. Lake in the Valley     NH Create (11.4)

Travel into mountain country with Bob Ross and discover a quiet little lake hidden in the wilderness.

Wed, Nov 25 11:30 P.M. Lake in the Valley     NH Create (11.4)

Travel into mountain country with Bob Ross and discover a quiet little lake hidden in the wilderness.

Thu, Nov 26 5:30 A.M. Lake in the Valley     NH Create (11.4)

Travel into mountain country with Bob Ross and discover a quiet little lake hidden in the wilderness.

Thu, Nov 26 11:30 A.M. Just Before The Storm     NH Create (11.4)

Catch that special moment in time when the tropical seas and trees face darkening skies a Bob Ross oval surprise.

Thu, Nov 26 11:30 P.M. Just Before The Storm     NH Create (11.4)

Catch that special moment in time when the tropical seas and trees face darkening skies a Bob Ross oval surprise.

Fri, Nov 27 5:30 A.M. Just Before The Storm     NH Create (11.4)

Catch that special moment in time when the tropical seas and trees face darkening skies a Bob Ross oval surprise.

Fri, Nov 27 11:30 A.M. Desert Glow     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross takes you into the incredible beauty of the desert; a unique oval painting for beginners and accomplished artists as well.

Sat, Nov 28 5:30 A.M. Desert Glow     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross takes you into the incredible beauty of the desert; a unique oval painting for beginners and accomplished artists as well.

Sat, Nov 28 9:00 P.M. Desert Glow     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross takes you into the incredible beauty of the desert; a unique oval painting for beginners and accomplished artists as well.

Sat, Nov 28 9:30 P.M. Autumn Palette     NH Create (11.4)

Venture down a pathway with artist Bob Ross, you'll savor gorgeous fall-time woods and the glory of color!

Sun, Nov 29 2:00 A.M. Desert Glow     NH Create (11.4)

Bob Ross takes you into the incredible beauty of the desert; a unique oval painting for beginners and accomplished artists as well.

Sun, Nov 29 2:30 A.M. Autumn Palette     NH Create (11.4)

Venture down a pathway with artist Bob Ross, you'll savor gorgeous fall-time woods and the glory of color!

Mon, Nov 30 11:30 A.M. Evening at the Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Sneak away into the cold dusk shadows with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of a wonderfully robust waterfall.

Mon, Nov 30 11:30 P.M. Evening at the Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Sneak away into the cold dusk shadows with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of a wonderfully robust waterfall.

Tue, Dec 1 5:30 A.M. Evening at the Falls     NH Create (11.4)

Sneak away into the cold dusk shadows with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of a wonderfully robust waterfall.

Tue, Dec 1 11:30 A.M. Rustic Winter Woods     NH Create (11.4)

Hike into a snow-covered forest with Bob Ross and enjoy the calming posture of leafless trees in slumber.

Tue, Dec 1 11:30 P.M. Rustic Winter Woods     NH Create (11.4)

Hike into a snow-covered forest with Bob Ross and enjoy the calming posture of leafless trees in slumber.

Sat, Dec 12 6:00 A.M. Blue River     NHPBS (11.1)

Armed with just a plain black canvas, Bob Ross shows us how to create crimson-y magic in today's riverside landscape.

Sat, Dec 19 6:00 A.M. Majestic Pine     NHPBS (11.1)

Bob Ross paints a golden field of sparse pines and other greenery inside the unique shape with curved, cut-in corners.

Sat, Dec 26 6:00 A.M. Winter Mountain     NHPBS (11.1)

In this painting, Bob Ross' icy blue mountains capture the mood of a cold winter's day.


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