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Robert Norman Ross aka Bob Ross (October 29, 1942 - July 4, 1995) was an American painter, art instructor, and television host. He was the creator and host of The Joy of Painting, an instructional television program that aired from 1983 to 1994 on PBS in the United States, CBC in Canada, and similar channels in Latin America, Europe and elsewhere. Ross subsequently became widely known via his posthumous internet presence.
Ross was raised in Orlando, Florida. After completing one year of high school and working for a time as a carpenter with his father, Ross enlisted at age 18 in the United States Air Force. While stationed in Alaska, he took his first painting class at a United Service Organizations club in the early 1960s. However, he learned the technique that would make his career-the wet-on-wet (alla prima) oil painting technique-from television painting instructor Bill Alexander, whose show, The Magic of Oil Painting, aired on PBS from 1974 to 1982. The wet-on-wet technique involved applying oil paint on top of still-wet oil paint, rather than waiting between layers for the paint to dry. This allowed the composition to be completed quickly, which made the technique particularly suitable for the half-hour television program structure. Ross painted prolifically while serving in the military and sold paintings of the Alaskan landscape to tourists. In 1981 he retired from the military and sought out private painting lessons with Alexander, eventually taking the place of (and proving much more successful than) his teacher on PBS. The Joy of Painting premiered in 1983 and ran for 11 years.
Ross projected a loveable hippie persona, sporting a permed afro and denim shirts and jeans and a soothing and intimate speaking voice that made the viewer feel as if it were a personal, one-on-one painting lesson. He also amazed viewers with his effortless painting method, creating detailed landscapes over the course of 30 minutes with the help of a housepainting brush and a palette knife, chatting and offering words of encouragement as he painted. Over the years, his folksy approach and references to “happy little” trees and clouds endeared him further to his fans. Ross went on to market his painting technique and establish a hugely successful company (Bob Ross Inc.) selling instructional books, videos, and a line of art supplies and offering painting workshops with teachers trained in his method, all of which continued to be profitable in the 21st century. He died of lymphoma at age 52.
Interest in Ross had a resurgence in the 21st century with the availability of The Joy of Painting on such streaming platforms as KZbin. In 2020 the Smithsonian acquired two of Ross’s paintings as well as his easel, palette, and brushes and other objects related to The Joy of Painting for the American History Museum, Washington, D.C. That same year the Bob Ross Experience opened in Muncie, Indiana, where his show had been filmed. The museum included his studio and offered various workshops.

[@deedeelovesiceasmrandmore2037]

He had the most calmest voice ever. so smoothing..he would make a empty canvas .. at the end look like a million dollar picture. RIP..he was definitely apart of my Childhood in the 80's on P.B.S.💚💚💚💜💜🙏🏿🙏🏿💔 and I Loved his Fro!!

[@konapuppy10]

Believe it or not, Bob had his hair permed! True fact!

[@deirdrerosesharples7453]

Thank god we watched art programmes as children...now it ipads and switch ye in my house although my son does alot of art on his ipad, cool sketches characters so win win maybe future animator, he is only going on 10 but what's to do a course in this computer animation...pixar yet

[@mygrammieis]

I second that emotion 🕊💐✌🏻

[@chriscourson2824]

He is available on Hulu if you have it in your home

[@overcomingnativeeagle4698]

"We want happy paintings. Happy paintings. If you want sad things watch the news" - 🎨Bob Ross🖼

[@AquariusSoul]

The king of ASMR. I loved watching his show as a kid. He seemed to be a gentle soul. RIP to Mr Ross🌄🌲☁️🌤

[@crystaldozier3123]

His voice and the stroke of the brush against the canvas was so relaxing 😌

[@patriciajablonski5911]

My late husband was a huge fan. When he became sick he constantly watched and found peace w Bob Ross. I put a tape of one of Bob's shows in his casket. Buried w that tape 5 years ago....

[@mariebelladonna437]

My favorite Bob Ross quote ever: "I got a letter from somebody here a while back, and they said, 'Bob, everything in your world seems to be happy.' That's for sure. That's why I paint. It's because I can create the kind of world I want, and I can make this world as happy as I want it. Shoot, if you want bad stuff, watch the news." That's exactly why I write. Man just got it. RIP Brother. We miss you, your happy little trees and happy little accidents, and your calming, soothing presence.

[@kathynorris2371]

I love watching Bob Ross paint! He has a God gifted talent! I still watch his videos! Thank you Scott for what you do! I deeply appreciate you!

[@kevinnesbitt6485]

My baby momma and I watched bob Ross all the time! It was so calming and relaxing for her during her pregnancy with our daughter. Which really helped her and myself lol

[@simplelife3575]

Thank you Scott! Bob Ross is a legend. We will always love you Bob Ross!

[@garymansell8756]

Hi scott bob is a Legend a brilliant painter gone but not forgotten. R.I.P. BoB.

[@drums3269]

Before the acronym "ASMR" was coined, I remember seeing Mr. Ross's show and thinking how comforting his voice was, and how it caused me brain tingles that would relax me. Great video tribute to a talented artist. Rest in peace, Mr. Ross.

[@maxcribb815]

I'd be watching his show years ago when I was still in high school (Class of '92) and my step-dad walked by and said, "You're, literally, watching paint dry." Lol

[@teishahowlett6342]

Bob Ross is the reason most of us Americans can sleep 💤 at Night listening to his soothing,very relaxing Voice..Oh yes Scott we love ❤️ Bob Ross, and we love ❤️ you as well..Happy little Thoughts 💭..

[@dongross6624]

Bob was such a talented and sweet man. Rest In Heaven. His show is still on on PBS. Very nice Scott!

[@robertrivera5554]

Hey awsome video mr Bob Ross he's layed to rest wear my grandma n my uncle n my Aunt are layed to rest I see Bob everytime I got visit them I stop by his grave n say hello 👋

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

IT was really Sad when he died. I LOVED watching him paint. I watched him ALL the time on TV. Thanks Scott again for sharing this with me ‼️😃👍🏽.I love the music 🎵🎶

[@tracyroth-myers5574]

People picked on him and his work. Which is so sad. All the man ever did was make people happy and show his painting tips. Such a gentle soul. Thank you Scott. 🌹

[@Karin-]

I have never heard anyone say a bad word against this man, he was a genius. I LOVE watching him paint and I think all he wanted to do was see others be as happy doing it as he was. If you ever want to know more and you have Netflix watch the documentary about him, Happy Accidents, Betrayal and Greed, it breaks your heart. There is also another video about him on KZbin but the Netflix one, I highly recommend. Thank you for doing this, this lovely man should never be forgotten

[@Karin-]

@@Zombiexm Well said, what they did to him is shameful, I don't know how they sleep at night

[@MarcoSpelde]

Exactly this. I was really furious ans sad after watching that documentary.

[@BeingMe23]

I remember seeing Bob on TV as a kid.

[@GodWearsGucci]

Did you ever watch this guy on PBS when you were a kid? And then 1 million years later BOOM he’s more famous than ever! Good for him! Thank you Scott! 💕

[@cemetree]

I did because we could not always afford cable in the 80s and pbs was the only channel that wasn’t playing constant sports on the weekends.

[@Christrulesall2]

Yes. Im that guy from the 80's that watched this in after school daycare. It was called our "Quiet Moment" show. So relaxing. You can never have enough beautiful trees.😊 Rip Bob Ross.

[@Shantzonpoint]

There is a really good documentary on Netflix about the dark side of what his partners did to his brand. It's really interesting. You get a really good understanding of how wonderful person Bob Ross was. Nobody had a bad thing to say about him.

[@aprillisa910]

I still do. I have my artwork posted on Instagram. I don't do oil anymore because it's a pain to clean up but Acrylic works just as well.

[@aprillisa910]

Also check check out Joni Young Art on KZbin. Her paintings are just as good as Bob Ross with Acrylic. She also does a lot of fantasy landscapes.

[@dallascowboy8405]

That Was A Great intro. R.I.P. BOB ROSS!!

[@gooddayout]

as a brit i must say bob ross is one of the best things to ever come out of america.. total legend :)

[@8BitLatinGamer]

Loved his show. I watched a lot when I was a kid. Mister Rogers Neighborhood, Sesame Street and Bob Ross were my favorite shows from public syndication. Saw his Netflix Documentary and it was very sad how they exploited him and basically stole his name and brand. May he Rest In Peace...

[@konapuppy10]

Very sad. Plus his son is very sickly and cannot afford an attorney to keep up the fight for his own name! May they rot in hell!!

[@summerlyric506]

Yes I grew up off of them too. Also Sherri Lewis was a favorite 💞

[@alaricamorganthe4912]

Everyone who came across Bob Ross on tv ended up watching him all the time, I watched him everyday on channel 24 in Scotland U.K. way back and even today when it's repeated I watch it, thank you Scott for all your hard work on these vids I really enjoy them. R.I.P. Bob taken too soon.

[@Holly_77]

Happy trees and happy clouds…great memories! Rip Bob!! 🌲 🎨

[@useruser2101]

Bob now you are in heaven painting heaven beautiful lakes and hills.

[@user-nc8fx9mb8l]

R.i.p Mr Ross, his paintings were brilliant xxx

[@DramaMustRemainOnTheStage]

Very well done Scott. Thank you. You are such a kind soul. I have so much respect for you. If you are ever in Georgia we'll get you over to the hanging tower in the old jail...right behind the old courthouse. Stay safe and stay well. Peace out 😘😀

[@goldentickettohistory108]

My favorite hometown grave to visit!

[@janadeubner9883]

I remember flipping the TV channels and would stop at Bob painting. He was mesmerizing and so calming I would watch him finish the painting every time. I never knew anything about him so thank you Scott for sharing his personal history. Great job as always. RIP Bob Ross.

[@hectorlopez1069]

July 4, 1995 is when he passed away. Thanks Bob for all the paintings you did when I was a little boy. I saw you on PBS, in the early 90s.

[@vinnygognitti8858]

Men like him and Fred Rogers just brought joy and happiness into people's lives on PBS they will never be forgotten god bless 🙏 Mr Ross

[@annieallen2449]

I just watched Bob Ross this morning on my Local PBS n Oklahoma He died of cancer , caused by all the lacquer thinner , he used to clean his brusher . His son Steve Ross still paints

[@eleciatatum678]

My 2 year old grandson has had Bob Ross on the tv since he was born and he soothed him to sleep every single night. He loves him and so do I!!

[@jodialston6305]

I used to watch bob ross when I was a kid he was an amazing artist my he rest in peace ☮️

[@scottakaswb7545]

Scott we would have been around 13-17 back then. Was a great show.

[@tmtex]

I am 54 yrs old and didnt know of him until recently. His show is on several of the streaming TV apps. I am not into to painting at all but he will put you in a calm state

[@jackiecota-ne8ye]

Bob Ross was a fantastic artist!! Luved watching him on TV and listening. He made painting look so easy. He was able to calm me when I wasn't feeling well!!! Thank u so much Scott!

[@AnthonyGatson2332]

Such a huge piece of my Childhood.

[@mariemurphy5499]

Sad loss of a great talented man Bob Ross RIP prayers 🙏♥️

[@prettypoppin_552]

Love me some Bob Ross❤❤

[@hectorlopez1069]

What a great painter he was on TV. Rest peacefully Bob.

[@teishahowlett6342]

I watched you again Scott,I work in a Hospital 🏥 and in the patient’s room they should have Bob Ross on the tv 📺 screen painting so the patient’s can sleep well, and peacefully..His voice is Extremely Soothing very Relaxing..I been watching him since I was a young person..

[@traceyosburn2224]

Finally someone has done a video for Bob Ross . Scott you have done him justice . Excellent job . I grew up watching him on PBS as a kid , and now into my 50's , I watch his KZbin channel. Thanks again Scott .

[@Mike_Fahmy]

His voice was almost therapeutic at times. Great Tribute Video Scott 👌👍 RIP Bob Ross 🙏🕊️

[@jasonshiers5771]

Bob Ross voice is heavenly

[@sandrahunter5749]

I love watching Bob Ross paint . You still fine his painting show on PBS channel and KZbin to watch. RIP Bob🙏

[@JNC1973]

Happy little Spastic Monkeys !! 🐒I can't believe you didn't know who Bob Ross was. You're in my age group (I'm 48) and he was all over tv back in the 80s. My aunt dragged me with her to attend a few of his painting classes to learn how to do his style of painting. Maybe he wasn't as popular in Canada ?

[@DISHMAC]

I am a woman of a certain age (63) 😳 and I remember Bob Ross on PBS but it was never a popular show, I mean it wasn’t disliked but it had a small specialized following. Mr. Ross only became a cult hero I’d say within the past 5 to 10 years, I think it’s because as the world has gotten crazier and scarier he’s a beacon of hope and reminds us to love the little things in life. 🥰

[@UnusualThings1]

He was brilliant, loved watching him paint and he was so laid back. Great video Scott. 🙏

[@Nikki7B]

I watched Bob Ross all the time when I was a teen. My mom and I both found his show so mesmerizing. This was in Canada, on PBS, and I'm so glad he was a part of my life.

[@hectorlopez1069]

He was a nice, decent man. We miss you so much Bob.

[@Ania-cd2sh]

Love Bob Ross. Watched him in the 90s as a teen and giggling at how corny I thought he was 😂 (being a stupid teen) but then couldn’t stop watching and how he completely transformed a picture you thought he finished, then always thought he messed up but actually made it even more beautiful. As an older teen I was a bigger fan (probably the pot lol) but loved him since! Happy little trees 🌲 My 11 and 12yr old girls know of him now too! RIP Bob 🙏 ❤

[@adrianaturner6246]

As a little girl I would watch him as well as Mr. Rogers every weekend morning while I ate my cereal. There was something just so relaxing about him and the way he spoke.

[@tammydaniels170]

In my opinion a lot more folks should have viewed and liked this video.💜💜💜

[@tagacale1733]

us American kids grew up watching this. it comes on after school in the afternoon on PBS back in the 90's.

[@toddjara9368]

His voice and the brush strokes on the canvas are extremely hypnotic and soothing. You don’t even have to be watching the show, just have in on playing in the background if you’re having trouble sleeping it’ll knock you right out. Cheer’s everyone!

[@bobettejennett8085]

Bob Ross was one of my favorite artists

[@jcr5202]

He's still a national treasure

[@inspirationalladynoble3653]

I use to watch him as a kid I was so fascinated by his paintings 1987 I loved watching him paint in Michigan they still play segments of his classic painting tv show and I watch in2022 what a talented artist 🎨

[@aprillisa5950]

I am glad that you did a video on Bob Ross. Watching him taught me how to paint with oil. My 12 year old nephew loves watching him and you should see his paintings. They are phenomenal.

[@mariadawson5247]

Wow😲 He will be greatly missed😞

[@behape_4evr]

Oh I loved watch Bob Ross with my dad. We both just liked watching him paint with his soft voice. May he rest in peace.

[@Lilaa86]

Very Huge and gentle soul , the most calmest voice ever. 🎨 what a love and sweet person he was.. #RIP #BOBROSS

[@elizabethsulliman]

Thank you for your service in the U.S. Air Force, Mr. Ross. I didn't realize he passed away at that age. His life and work is everlasting and takes you back to a simpler time. Wish he could have been around much longer. Such a perfect final resting place under the weeping willow tree... I remember watching the show back before remote controls, and sitting in front of the tv turning the dials and trying to get the antennas right so to have a clear picture.

[@tomfranco4866]

Nothing relaxes me more than watching him paint

[@nanad4348]

He was a great artist but it was his voice that drew you in, so calm and relaxing, made you forget your troubles for a little bit. Love the cemetery, beautiful and peaceful thank you Scott take care ❤

[@jolionalriddle9142]

His art was amazing, I WATCHED HIM AS A KID, WOULD LOVE TO HAVE ONE OF THEM. RIP BOB Thanks Scott

[@useruser2101]

Bob now you can paint the beauty of heaven.

[@kayjackson3888]

I would watch him early hours of the morning, so relaxing, such an amazing talent

[@ronaldmiller2740]

HI SCOTT ,, THANKS,FOR THE VIDEO!!!! WOW BOB ROSS STARTED KIDS IN THE 60-70S WITH GREAT ART AND MOST OF THEM ARE FAMOUS AND THEY ARE ALL OVER THE WORLD SHOWING THERE ART BECAUSE OF BOB !!! I LOVED HIS ART AND SOFT VOICE ,,.. R.I.P. BUDDY!!!!! SHALOM,, TODAH!!!!

[@Luvie1980]

I used to watch his show everyday when I got home from school. His documentary which I think is on Hulu is very good. RIP bob Ross.

[@cemetree]

I thought it was Netflix but I agree it was really good. I had no idea what happened to his estate and it’s so sad.

[@InstantKarma523]

@@cemetree It is on Netflix, I’ve been watching Bob lol ♥️🤗🫥

[@robertrivera5554]

I live in Orlando FL love your videos bother keep up the good work your videos help me 🙂

[@ChickasawBrave]

back in the 80's aS a kid me and my dad would watch this

[@jameskett5241]

I grew up watching him, and not too long ago ended up watching hours and hours straight off his shows on KZbin. I wonder how many thousand of people learned how to paint watching him.

[@sarahmarchbanks4190]

I watched his show every morning before school on P.B.S... One of my best memories growing up..

[@ryannodal9309]

You should definitely visit the studio where they filmed the Joy of Painting in Indiana. It was converted into a museum

[@dianebaugher3919]

How could you not love him? So talented, he made it look so easy.

[@samwolfe2985]

He got me interested in art! Legend, great teacher, inspiration! RIH!

[@WickedWestParanormal]

Better late than never to discover such a great man as Bob Ross. 🖌️🎨🖼️

[@Liz-cmc313]

At the school I work for the art teacher watched his videos often.

[@Wstarlights]

I scrolled by this a couple times cuz I'm subscribed TO, Bob Ross and just didn't want to watch a painting video, right now - and then I see it's ScottOnTape !! Watching it, right now!

[@suzibeach3386]

Bob Ross puts me to sleep every night. I turn his show on Hulu and within a few minutes I am out! Thank you for posting this.

[@annedonker4795]

Thanks for this! Bob Ross was so unique. So kind. He really made the world a kinder place. Cultural phenomenon. The new york times had an incredible article on him only a few years ago. Love the beautiful cemetery it is so fitting for him with the trees!

[@hectorlopez1069]

I miss him so much on TV in the morning, as a kid in the 90s when I was getting really to go to elementary school.

[@deadgrlsuprstr79]

Thanks for doing a video on Bob Ross. He was a big part of the happiest time of my childhood.

[@ueno1]

Billy Gibbons must be a Bob Ross fan! He described in an interview how he came up with his pinch harmonics as "a happy accident".

[@blackscreenstories3704]

I remember being a kid in the ladies alone in my bedroom with my little 13 inch black and white TV watching Bob Ross on PBS playing with my toys. LOL. There's a Creepshow series on TV and a few episodes back they had a story that had to be inspired by Bob Ross.. it was literally like Bob Ross Meets Evil Dead..

[@benlaw4647]

I loved watching and listening to him ....the brush strokes and his voice , so very soothing and relaxing.....great artist ...RIP Mr . Ross....🙏❤

[@martinschermer5366]

Thanks a lot Scott for doing Bob Ross I have seen many of his shows and absolutely like his work he's a great artist in his own way and makes it look so simple to do. R.i.p Bob

[@hectorlopez1069]

Thanks for doing this of Bob Ross. My childhood painter. He was awesome to paint.

[@denischabriddell986]

Thank you Scott. I love Bob Ross. So glad you did this video. I clicked so fast. Shame what Bob Ross Inc did to the Ross family but that's for another video.

[@InstantKarma523]

I’m curious what lol (curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back lol!

[@leedriver8694]

This made me cry. Love Bob Ross

[@TravelWithLisaMH]

Nicely done 👍👏

[@dedebones1967]

This is a beautiful video just thinking that Mr Bob Ross is buried under the beautiful trees that he enjoyed painting want a picture perfect place to lay your head down at the end of your life I hope all of us go to a beautiful heavenly painting in the sky

[@LadyDragonsblood]

I remember when Bob Ross was just a guest painter on Bill Alexander's PBS Painting show...he was who taught Bob the style of painting, and about "happy accidents." Also, Bob spoke so softly, because he vowed, after being in the military, he would never again raise his voice to another person.

[@elizabethmckenna5397]

Bob Ross…. There are no words. I, like everyone else, was addicted to The Joy of Painting even though I’ve never picked up a brush. Great artist first of all but his voice, the demeanor..the calming effect he had and still has ( thank goodness for reruns and KZbin). I hope where ever he is, that he is truly at peace and wish that somehow he knows how much people still care about him. Thank you Scott for this wonderful vlog. Take care and be safe.

[@chriscourson2824]

I have been watching this guy on Hulu!! for 2 weeks now!! So nice of you to bring us this!!!!

[@jcr5202]

Bob ❤

[@debbieschultz9768]

Mr Ross was a beautiful painter. His demeanor was happy and so were his paintings. I could watch him paint all day. RIP Mr Ross ❤️🙏🙏❤️ I teared up when you showed his grave. He will be missed