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The Joy of Painting (1983)

TV Series ★ 8.5 30 min

Family Documentary

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 of the show was not to teach viewers "speed painting". Rather, he intended for viewers to learn certain techniques within the time that the show was allotted. The show began on January 11, 1983, and lasted until May 17, 1994, a year before Ross' death.

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Released
January 11, 1983
Runtime
30 min
Rating
TV-G
IMDb
tt0383795
Country
United States
Language
English
Studio
WIPB, Bob Ross Inc.

Themes

Cast

Bob Ross Bob Ross Self - Host

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Joy of Painting about?
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 of the show was not to teach viewers "speed painting". Rather, he intended for viewers to learn certain techniques within the time that the show was allotted. The show began on January 11, 1983, and lasted until May 17, 1994, a year before Ross' death.
Who created The Joy of Painting?
The Joy of Painting was created by Bob Ross.
Who stars in The Joy of Painting?
The Joy of Painting stars Bob Ross.
When was The Joy of Painting released?
The Joy of Painting is a 1983 family, documentary series.
Where can I watch The Joy of Painting?
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