Anybody who grew up in the ’80s and ’90s knew who Bob Ross was. Ross, an ex-military with a passion for painting and a soothing voice, was the host of the TV show The Joy Of Painting. Each week, Bob would paint an entire landscape scene from scratch on camera, in under 25 minutes. He would explain each step as he worked and encouraged the viewers to follow along and paint their own version.
The Joy of Painting was a special show in many ways. Bob’s special painting technique allowed him to create snowy mountains, red striking sunsets and enchanted forests with just a few colors and strokes of a brush. But he’s most widely known and beloved for his calm voice and easy-going attitude, that makes everything seem alright.
It’s been a while since Bob Ross was a TV star, but today, thanks to social media, he’s making a comeback with younger generations! You can now watch most of the show’s episode on the Bob Ross YouTube channel and relive the magic!
