I followed a BOB ROSS tutorial... ON MY VAN

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I decided to try to follow a Bob Ross tutorial on my van - and here's how it went!
🧰 MATERIALS:
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- TriArt Medium Gel (transparent paint thickener)
- AutoAir Airbrush Colors (mostly semi-opaque or transparent)
- White primer (spray paint for cars)
- Automotive clear coat
- Masking tape
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- Lots and lots of brushes
- Duct tape for everything that went wrong
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[@WardNightstone]

I'm not sure what Bob would have enjoyed more; that he's still teaching people to paint decades after his death, that he's inspiring people all over the world, or how AWESOME your van looks after following his tutorial

[@juliegraham5704]

Darkest Argentum I hope his son sees this then.

[@chelseascreatures]

I'd think he'd say, "Now that's one bitchin' camper van."

[@Puffley]

He would be so proud of us.

[@booshbush1487]

my mum only heard of bob ross a few days ago when she saw him on tv (YES HES STILL ON TV!) and she almost cried when she heard bob ross was dead

[@FacelessMage117]

Yes

[@Baka_Oppai]

She acts like she has no idea then paints a masterpiece

[@LambentLark]

What other people see and what the artist sees is not the same painting. Most people see the intended subject. The artist sees every flaw and figures how to improve their technique to benefit their next work.

[@kei3341]

I found that kind of annoying actually.

[@sGabrielJ]

@@raynacampbell904 exactly

[@thedeafgenius]

@@christopherjackson3455 Art is technique. Its all about mark making and technique. Thats why Bob Ross is so popular. No need to be good at drawing. Thats why you have draftsman and painters while some can do both. But yes you are right, it works great for non artists.

[@toppertruthio]

Shes right.She has no idea how to paint like bob ross,none of us have.but shes also very talented,and gave it a go.I think it turned out brilliant

[@MrHrannsi]

"I am not him" I think it is exacly the message Bob Ross wanted to deliver by showing how he did his art. Inspiring you to grab a brush, and some paint to put on a canvas and make your own art.

[@joshuaurbany6468]

Valid

[@Ohykha]

True, now that i think about it, knowing i watched all of em episodes

[@ryhse22]

I've seen loads of "following Bob Ross tutorial" videos on youtube but this is legitimately the first one where I could easily believe the end result was actually Bob Ross' work. Absolutely amazing! (I know I'm over a year too late, I only now found your channel and I'm binging on your videos)

[@Atlas65]

Same here!

[@ella_cinder4361]

I've been doing that too. Found them a few weeks ago, and totally binging. I'm learning quite a bit about depth and highlights from watching Martina. Using colours that don't necessarily seem like they would make sense, but totally do.

[@armyblink0082]

Me too!! I found them 2 days ago and I’ve been hooked ever since!

[@InservioLetum]

Hey you beat me by a year, so don't feel bad :)

[@venkate5hgunda]

Same 😂

[@YdnarLah37]

The rest of the van is jealous, it wants to be painted too.

[@jlucasound]

No can do. She wouldn't be able to find it if she took it camping.

[@frosty6960]

@@jlucasound Classic ... you walk straight into your van because you think its forest

[@Morkull]

the over spray took care of it :D

[@cmay878]

She should do a Dali or O'Keefe on the other side

[@sulaimanveda1900]

actually its not just van

[@TopDedCenter1]

Her: paints a waterfall on her van Mother Nature: Here, let me help.

[@TOKRocK84]

That's great! xD How are you not getting more likes for this?

[@Jesus_Christ_Is_King1]

Mother Nature isn’t a women it’s God

[@Jesus_Christ_Is_King1]

@Kelton KehlGod doesn’t play it’s not a joke to Him! God bless you truly. Jesus is the only way. Without Jesus you are doomed in hell. Jesus died on the cross to save all from sin and death. “For God so loved the world He gave His only begotten Son that whoever shall believe in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.”

[@rogerjamespaul5528]

@@Jesus_Christ_Is_King1 Post by Rex Memo Marcus Aurelius - Philosopher Emperor... "Live a good life. If there are gods and they are just, then they will not care how devout you have been, but will welcome you based on the virtues you have lived by. If there are gods, but unjust, then you should not want to worship them. If there are no gods, then you will be gone, but will have lived a noble life that will live on in the memories of your loved ones. Post by Golgotha_Mythos69 "Religion is regarded by the common people as true, by the wise as false, and by the rulers as useful." ~Lucius Annaeus Seneca Post by Dorian Philotheates “Religion was invented when the first con man met the first fool.” - Mark Twain Sign in Indian Hills, Colorado. Some people are wise, some are otherwise. KZbin...Watch, How Many People Did God Kill in the Bible?

[@melvinphumperdink2495]

Wtf is comment section

[@DemocratsareagentsofSATAN]

I'm honestly amazed at how this turned out... I'm also thinking....."Bob Ross probably passed away before this girls was even born...and here she is using his tutorial to paint an entire van..." That's what the internet SHOULD have been invented for.....

[@immar1075]

And it's being used as such. I, like probably thousands of creatives use YT and other platforms to learn techniques that would take years to figure out on our own. Lots of crap online but it's still treasure trove of information that it valuable. We all better use it to the fullest while we have it.

[@gailmrutland6508]

*You are correct he died in 1995 at the age of 52 , due to complications from lymphoma. His work along with Salvatore Dali can be seen early mornings and evenings on the horizon.*

[@anthonyforfare7223]

Amen to that 👍😘😎

[@ravinrabbit7932]

The written Word is around for thousands of years, yet people suddenly doesnt read anymore but prefer Pictures 😂

[@chrisose]

It's wonderful to see Bob being appreciated by today's artists. Bob was a good friend of my mother's and I know this would have made him smile.

[@jiminauburn5073]

Not just today's artists but tomorrow's as well. My 10 year old budding artist loves to watch Bob Ross paint. My father was a huge fan and my mother's home is filled with paintings my father did with the help of Bob.

[@cocolives]

Your mother's friend? Wow!

[@musicnerd4302]

Ur mom knew Bob ross?????

[@chrisose]

@@musicnerd4302 Technically my stepmom, but yeah.

[@noonelooksatusers]

Yes!

[@martialme84]

I absolutely looove how she didn´t try to sneak an ad in, all clever and sneaky. Instead she straight up said "Yo! Here´s an AD!". Bullshit level: zero. I love people who are straight up and direct and honest.

[@Nerdforge]

Thanks you! Not fond of the sneaks myself!

[@IllumiNationGaming1]

I'm super glad to see you sanded the panels down first before painting! I see alot of people paint beautiful murals on their cars on KZbin, BUT they paint straight over shiny paint! I am an automotive spray painter myself and knowing that you went to the effort to sand first to give the paint something to adhere to, means I know all your hard work will last alot longer than most other similar projects that I have seen! Super well done! Your van looks awesome!

[@sketchyride6021]

You fail to mention the lack of fine line use, the fact that she could have 400 gritted the panel instead of priming and cleaned, and from a lack of sanding the primer to create a mechanically etched surface to adhere to , she essentially created a worse surface to paint than if she just scuffed the black. And the lack of enough clear coat to create a smooth finish that can be cut and buffed. No hate coming from this way, she did an amazing job but from a painters stand point it was painful to watch lol

[@masondegaulle5731]

As well as that coat of clear over the top, this is one that will last.

[@jdigga24]

Is she an auto body worker? Give the girl credit. Geez.

[@The.Artistic.Squirrel]

That thing had more tooth than a crocodile! That painting ain’t goin nowhere.

[@NN-zg5bz]

"The sun is here, and I'm dying!" Norway sky: *light gray*

[@Shooketh__]

Dear god every project you take up is just INSANELY good. What a masterpiece! If I was driving and saw this, I'd keep staring and crash into a happy little tree.

[@StrangeLake]

And that wouldn't be a mistake. It would be a happy little accident.

[@Manj_J]

@@StrangeLake 😂

[@KiLl_FrEnZy88]

Masterpiece, but i did not see you "beat the devil out of that brush" a single time...

[@cba6774]

Exactly. My only disappointment too

[@rrrseny]

Oh man i know that i find this comment, thank you

[@tboda2621]

@@BatziHistory At least she got those Bob Ross Shish kabob trees. You could call them "Shish kaBob Rosses" Holy crap people.

[@tboda2621]

Oh, I forgot... Its a Masterpiece Right? Right.......a Masterpiece!!!!!!!

[@tboda2621]

I have a funny feeling she is a genuine, talented, REAL artist putting some people on who do not know the difference except to say over and over and over again that Bob was nice and that he was relaxing. You know, just like all the great masters whose students merely used their art instruction as a means to crash. Michael Angelo was constantly yelling, "Hey, let's a go! What's a mattah with a you people?! You no supposed to a sleep when I'm a teach you to make a the happy leetle a trees!"

[@vargthegoblin1502]

The thing for what I really, REALLY appreciate you, is that you finish what you start. No matter the size of the work. You're my hero.

[@Nerdforge]

Thank you! (and let's just pretend the laser gun never happened :D)

[@franciscoungaroneto3233]

@@Nerdforge laser gun is just a urban legend, dont happen at all kkkkkkk

[@astropgn]

At 9:50 she gives the tip to add some colors to lights and shadows. I love when I am watching a video and the person just sprinkle some good knowledge like that, sharing part of their craft. It was a simple addition and it made a huge difference.

[@charredfroglegss]

"he must have been the most chill person ever" Bob was a Master Sergeant in the Air Force and used his painting as a way to disassociate himself from all he yelling and anger he had and it worked tremendously 😁 he also hated his hair. He originally got that permed hairstyle because it was cheap to maintain but then as he gained popularity his hair became part of how people recognized him so he kept it.

[@jmart1526]

You have managed to combine Bob Ross with the Van. Either this channel has reached its peak or its just the best channel on all of KZbin. (We all KNOW it is, tbh)

[@Cali-P]

Hannah Bellamy maybe it was released at different times in different time zones?

[@jmart1526]

@Hannah Bellamy look at the advantages for members. It sais "early access to videos". If you want to see videos before others as well, all you need to do is support their channel with 1-25€ per month. (You also get a flame behind your name and you get mentioned in one of their vids).

[@panrex2451]

Just because you and a lot more people like it doesn't mean that it's the best channel on KZbin, but it is still pretty good to be honest

[@koalafan1576]

PanRex they are entitled to their opinion. If they think it’s the best it’s the best to them. Simple fact.

[@insanetxartist]

And it's among the best without all the click-baiting and drama, too! I wish that could be said of more channels tbh. I get way too distracted by the constant dumpster fires on KZbin.

[@jeremiahthomas9833]

Remember; they aren’t mistakes, just happy little accidents. -Bob Ross

[@InservioLetum]

Odd, last time I saw this quote was in an abortion clinic. Much funnier there.

[@anthonyforfare7223]

@@InservioLetum that’s a great troll 🧌😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@Evaquiel]

she's that "funny-without-even-really-trying" type of person i really like. love your channel!!

[@starkraven7308]

Martina: "The sun is here and I'm dying." Me: "Come to Florida, my dear." You will have a new concept of what the sun is. Beautiful work, by the way. Now you have to paint the rest of it. 👍😉

[@jons6834]

This video inspired me to start watching Bob’s videos which in turn inspired me to try painting. I’m 46 years old and never had any interest in art before. Now I’m painting regularly and getting better with each one. It’s like a whole new creative chapter in my life is beginning. I just wanted to say thank you for starting me on this journey.

[@elijahmacfarland9000]

This is so wholesome

[@skym821]

You're still so young!!!

[@onesadtech]

That's awesome! Hope you're still having fun with it and gaining new skills!

[@JH-no8sy]

That's awesome!! Hope you have fun painting

[@Tailzy26]

Bob Ross would of approved of this :3 Glad you found something you enjoy!

[@jennylawson1980]

You are so talented, you have no reason to be nervous at all, the painting is wonderful and so unique to you and your awesome style!

[@AlexSanchezber]

What I love the most about these videos is that I automatically connected with my old self of self doubt. "I'm going to fuck this up, what am i doing, i should just stop, this is going to be horrible" but the truth is that even if it is horrible, the part that you need to get through is the scary part. In these situations, you're not worried about the result, you're worried about the process, and then when the result shines through, the reward feels so much better. To anyone watching, take the risks, make the mistakes, because trust me you will gain a whole new level of self appreciation.

[@nathanfranck5822]

Thanks for that

[@tryptaminezen3528]

This was one of my favorite pieces bob made. I’ve watched this episode like 3 times. Just watching it come to life is indescribable

[@garretth6215]

I wanna be friends with these two wonderful people and their wonderful accents

[@adammcardle]

I'm becoming convinced that Norwegian is the best English accent

[@lista2308]

@@adammcardle awww. Thank you❤

[@mandybonnes5056]

Same🥰 i think they are amazing people

[@ms_it_is]

I as a Norwegian think, we have the worst accents😂but these two are okay for me

[@littlebutler5189]

Me too

[@ameno21]

This is the best Bob Ross painting done by a youtuber.

[@kingcraft4167]

*Sad Jazza noises* But yeah probably true!

[@plottermuss9605]

U have 69 likes. I had to unlike for obvious reasons.

[@jm_mort]

@@plottermuss9605 and i just liked to bring it back coz i do love the comment... sorry Jazza but Martina does Bob better

[@TheDigigram]

yeah Jazza, sorry mate, but you have been dethroned!

[@paulburns1333]

I saw a feller do one with his fingers. Close but this is better.

[@dennis6325]

I am not sure why KZbin recommended this video, but I have fond memories of watching Bob Ross on public television with my grandfather and dad. My dad was so inspired he bought a bunch of canvas and supplies. We would spend our mornings out in the garage painting like Bob Ross. It was quite fun, great creativity and we had some pretty decent results for newbs. All a testimony to Bob's relaxed and approachable teaching style. You did an amazing job!

[@Cyb3rM1nd]

Follows Bob's tutorial perfectly. Then she says it's a bit flat. Then improves it and gives it more depth and realism. Did.. Did she just one-up Bob Ross at painting? Holy shit!

[@robjmorr47]

Remember, Bob tried to keep it a bit more simple so people could try it themselves who had very little or no experience he wasn't trying to teach how to make complicated master pieces.

[@willynthepoorboys2]

True fact: Bob Ross was a drill instructor for the US military and when he retired he said he never wanted to yell at anyone ever again.

[@valeriepitre9855]

Awwwww soft boii

[@willynthepoorboys2]

@@valeriepitre9855 Meaning what? You like being yelled at?

[@valeriepitre9855]

@@willynthepoorboys2 No, that I find the fact that he didn't like yelling at ppl sweet

[@USMC3883TJ]

U.S. Air Force, to be more specific. He also did not like the afro.

[@asherrogers2687]

He also didn't like people much which is why he painted those simple abandoned shacks, barns, cabins, etc.

[@Subzi_]

Van looks absolutely amazing! You should call your van the "Van Gogh" because it's a piece of art!

[@nitiratp]

"Vincent Van Go!" :D

[@BraedenRoesler]

I saw a van a few weeks ago with the "Starry Night" painting on the back of it and underneath it said "Look at my Van Gough!".. Ha.. Haha..

[@s.l.s.l.1405]

😄😄😁

[@bremCZ]

@@nitiratp That only works if you mispronounce Gogh

[@marceloa.cortesbustos7632]

@@bremCZ probably you are from the NL or know the Dutch language. I was intending to write something of the sort. Although I am not from the NL, I lived there briefly and since then I love the sound of the language.

[@The.Artistic.Squirrel]

I thought “Oh that paint will eventually fall off.” Then she got out The Orbital Sander. When she said “I’m nervous. We’re committed.” I knew it was hardcore!

[@shenmisheshou7002]

Magnificent! I am not an artist, but even I would occasionally watch Bob Ross do a painting just because it was fun to see how easy he made it look. You did an incredible job, and Mr Ross would be honored to see your artwork.

[@BlackEpyon]

Imagine the cops calling in that they're following a Bob Ross painting.

[@lindaduke6751]

😂😂🤣

[@gabriellecanzina7729]

This made my day 🤣🤣🤣

[@AngrySanta]

If you asked Bob he'd tell you their following 𝐇𝐞𝐫 painting, as she made her own.

[@Milkarieo]

@Dr S4T4N Tf, what a spastic comment

[@bones6896]

@Dr S4T4N why are you like this? what made you into a piece of shit?

[@tracywilson1356]

There’s no mistakes in painting, only happy accidents. I love a Bob Ross. Grew up watching him. He’s so soothing.

[@parishehner9993]

...or you're color blind and the sky seems to be pink....bruh

[@AceTheBathoundProductions]

You, Too? Me Too!

[@DanteYewToob]

Fun Fact: Bob Ross loved animals and would often rescue and rehabilitate injured or sick animals directly on the set of TJOP, so basically when you watch, there is most likely a cute critter just off camera where Bob can care for them. He had a friend named Peapod the Squirrel who made many appearances, as well as birbs, raccoons, and even a baby deer one time. He joked that he wasn't manly or tough enough for actually hunting animals, so he would go on "hunting trips" where he would "shoot animals" with his camera... lol apparently he was so chill like actual Disney princess that wild animals often just approached him for some love and cuddles. He has loads of selfies with wild animals you can find if you dig for them. So yeah, Bob Ross was a pretty incredible dude. The most wild thing about him was that he was actually a Drill Sargent, the guy who screams at recruits and yells "GIMME 50 PUSH UPS MAGGOT!" and he was known as the meanest and most terrifying Sargent. He tells a story where he believed that he was being mean for a good reason to make them strong so they could survive, but after witnessing a grown man cry and have a mental breakdown because of him, he vowed to never yell or be mean again. Painting was his escape from the daily stress of being a Drill Sargent, he was stationed in Alaska where the landscapes were beautiful and inspirational to him, so he focused entirely on that and retired from the military. Bob Ross was truly an interesting and inspirational man.

[@celestevolschenk9110]

Seriously, is there anything you can't do? This is phenomenal! Bob Ross would be so proud.

[@neenskay]

Mother Nature said “Let there be rain! Let the rain wash everything away!” But Bob Ross said “Not the painting.”

[@TheMistressMisery]

And Mother Nature smiled at one of her favorite children and said "Very well"

[@ingebjoerg]

"There is no sound in my basement " doesent sound scary at aaall

[@louisvictor3473]

The basement is basically space - no one can hear you scream there!

[@louisvictor3473]

@Epic Droplets OFFICIAL Son, in whichever planet is it that you live, have you guys ever heard of poking fun at things people say? Try it sometimes, understanding that basic human concept will help you guys blend in more easily.

[@ingebjoerg]

Yea i only meant is as a joke ofcourse...

[@louisvictor3473]

@Epic Droplets OFFICIAL Evidently, son. You're reading us literally. You were not supposed to.

[@justmonez]

Epic Droplets OFFICIAL r/wooooooosh

[@Solcres_Joa]

Congrats Martina! You did an incredible job on your first try! I've worked in cars a lot in my life and I absolutely despise painting cars but you made it not only fun but beautiful! Thank you for being so brave and wonderful throughout the whole process! You're truly an inspiring person, keep it up!!

[@AS-cc8mp]

Honestly you did amazing, every moment that you were unsure I was thinking “I could never do better this is perfect” just goes to show how often one can psych yourself out regardless of facts and previous endeavours. You are an amazing artist and it’s inspiring to see you do so many cool projects like this. The creativity and work you put into your videos is so awesome!

[@JoseTorres-sl2eq]

I'm a non-comercial painter. Dioramist , photographer, and some other less interesting stuff. An old follower of Bob from my 20s in 1980. I have seen hundreds of artists during years using Bob Ross technics and inspiration, but this pretty KZbinr lady is maybe the most intrepid and talented, having the courage of a lion. It,s a lot difficult to try to create this masterpiece in materials Bob never intended to use. Car painting, a BLACK VAN! WOW! Only two types of people are capable to try this. Nuts and Nerds. And what amazes me is that both are going to end with real masterpieces. And Skjera is both (on a good meaning speaking) Love it!

[@clab9041]

You know what? He’d be proud of you.👍 Happy little tree. It needs a howling wolf.🐺

[@darkmoonthedirewolf9231]

True there dude 👌

[@fademusic1980]

Bob taught me pretty much everything I know about painting, glad to see his advice lives on!

[@wall.daisies2952]

I love what you said about adding color where it is not supposed to be. It brought the painting to life, I can't wait to use that in my own work!

[@PBCreation96]

“There’s no Sounds in Ba Sing Se. There are only Cats in Ba Sing Se”

[@rein7526]

Ba sement se

[@david19957]

I thought this was an avatar reference

[@kylezetlan6105]

@@david19957 It is though, isn't it?

[@jurj4108]

@@kylezetlan6105 yeah, I feel like it is.... I don't get it though.... :p

[@JayyEVee]

In the immortal words of Bob - "Now here's a pretty little van.."

[@Abcd-cf8sk]

With some happy little trees on it

[@petrmazel9108]

every day is good day, when you paint.... a van.

[@erper7007]

Yeah but van cant be alone.. Lets paint a friend... Friend of van... A truck or whatever... 😁

[@kerncod22]

"Happy" here's a happy little van

[@trajan4770]

7:17 “maybe in your world that bush isn’t there or may be a little bigger but that’s all right”

[@dylanlabon9667]

My heart was pounding when the weather started to give you trouble. I was sitting at my table appreciating how wonderful your artwork was, and I didn't want it ruined by the rain! Im not even a visual artist, but I apreciate art in every form.

[@melanp4698]

6:57 i love how the car just goes "Green? Nonono! sluuuurp!"

[@AshleyLynne13]

The amount of detail you put into this is unreal! It looks magical and I love it 🖤

[@re4per187]

This is really wholesome. I think Bob would be amazed how this has turned out. Looks really, really good.

[@LampWaters]

Fantastic, proportions and the way the water falls over the wheel and you give depth to the painting Fantastic work.

[@Shubidubi15]

That moment when you are worried for the results following Bob, and you end up with a painting looking even better than the one in the tutorial hahahaha Such a great painting Martina :3 Glad rain didn't destroy anything xD

[@spicybeantofu]

No, there is no better. They are both equal wonderful.

[@trirunner2520]

Not an artist myself, but I spent countless hours watching Bob Ross with my grandmother. You did an amazing job and the van looks awesome! Good job, and I know Bob Ross would love it.

[@susannebukatz4457]

The composition really fits to the van and the colors are great! Beautiful work!

[@jesuscross9]

Spectacular job! Very first rate work. I love it. I might have to try this now on my van.

[@z3rotollranc3]

I have been completely awestruck this entire video by how amazing this turned out. I would suggest however that you might want to get your channel name on the van somewhere because everybody who sees this is going to want to know who did the amazing artwork.

[@beehive840]

The amount of detail! This channel is just getting better and better, and I get really exited when you guys upload❤️

[@iamupinacloud]

4:57 - It looks awesome already! Also, I adore Bob Ross for the simple things he says while he paints. "There lives a little tree." I dunno if it's the way he says things but, man, the dude always gets me laughing. xD And that first rock attempt was so cute. Lastly, when it comes to painting vehicles you definitely want to be inside, if possible, where you can regulate the room temperature and humidity. This allows for an optimum paint cure. But with all that said, you've still done an amazing job!

[@Eiohlikesricecakes]

I would love to see her continue the painting all the way so that it looks completely full

[@ivanbbrito]

I came here to say that hahahah

[@larnregis]

Probably against the law to drive around in nature with an invisible vehicle.

[@Delibro]

@@larnregis 😂😂

[@christinasanderford5849]

"Good artists copy, great artist steal"- Picasso She is a (great) artist because she didn't just (copy) the Bob Ross tutorial, but "stole inspiration" from it to create her own world how she wanted to. In the words of Bob Ross "Art should make you happy". And that it did. Love the results ❤️.

[@vicariousclouds2340]

I loved this whole video. I wanted to see more Clear Coat put on. As a mechanic, I screamed for more clear for protective reasons. I also know how a good clean, thick clear coat can make paint look SOOO deep. I was hoping to see you watch a video on clear coating or so on. I think it would have made it pop so much harder. Great result either way. Maybe in the future, you can "color sand" the clear down smooth, then shoot two more coats on it, then polish it. It'd look AMAZING. I've wanted to clear some of my own Bob Ross inspired paintings in automotive clear and buff them. X-D seems like an interesting project.

[@BrianOfAteionas]

I agree. I also wonder what kind of clear coat was used because you can get 2K in the can these days and it would be much more durable and fantastic.

[@vicariousclouds2340]

@@BrianOfAteionas Completely agreed.

[@deezdrama]

@@BrianOfAteionas Yep.... Ive used 2k clear from rattlecans and it holds up/looks great. Maybe she wanted it to still have that textured handpainted look but I would worry about that clear coat breaking down after a couple summers in the sun, It turned out great would hate for it to fade.

[@Mace91]

Definitely needs a thicker layer of clear as well as PLENTY of wet sanding and buffing to get it smooth like the rest of the van. Then the clear won't distort the paint with all those bumps and you'll get the depth @VicariousClouds is talking about.

[@vicariousclouds2340]

@@deezdrama In the end, as long as you did the clear coat correctly, you'd end up seeing the "hand painted look" even better, the clear would create depth as explained before. Specially in the little valleys and high spots of paint. As long as the clear is thick enough, and smooth enough, you'll get nothing more/less than a deep clear that exaggerates the hand painted look.

[@Predilus]

Bob was a great man because his legacy is still very much alive. Fantastic 1st try on a big uneven canvas outdoors. True ten quality content I must say.

[@AthalielHaradelle]

OMG it's just perfect !!! My granny loved to look at all the videos of Bob Ross and so I saw a lot of them (and I watch his videos on twitch but it's a secret !) and your paint surely made him so proud of you and so emotional to see that his methods inspired a lot of people... (sorry about my English, I'm French and I don't practice enough English...)

[@kathleenwest1463]

Bob Ross would be SO PROUD OF You!

[@stacycowles2843]

I remember my uncle and dad telling me when they were teens they had a van and they painted the sides and back of it. It was in the 60's and everyone was doing it. I think this is so awesome and if you want to paint your van, car or truck DO IT!!! Just research on what to use and what you want to paint!!!

[@insanetxartist]

Yeah, there were some crazy fantasy art murals on the sides of vans and the fuel tanks of motor cycles all the way into the mid-80's in the part of Texas where I grew up. There was even a guy who painted his El Camino up like a zebra, adding a black and white very real looking bristly mane on the roof and a silky rope tail to the latch pull on the tailgate. Made me smile every time I saw it cruising around town. 😄 The Houston area is kind of famous (notorious?) for having a large number of "art cars" on the road thanks to the annual Art Car Parade. That's where you get to see the wildest of the wild. Some people have literally spent decades altering their art cars.

[@majbrat]

Gorgeous. He would be really proud of your work using his tutorial. Way to go! You are so talented.

[@pstuddy]

wow the finished results are amazing! fntastic job! definitely going to be quite the attention getter on the road

[@WilliamPetersen01]

Bob Ross would be so proud of you. His motivation in painting will still go on for many more years to come.

[@roxannaweaver2155]

Of all the projects I've watched that you both have done, including the Tomes, this is my absolute favorite. Bob Ross would be proud of you both for taking his "world" and making it your own.

[@Joy.Elizabeth]

Another great video! 💖 Side note- I love that the auto English captions have the rain as applause n the sanding as music lol 🤣🤣

[@laetitiachanehune4557]

Wow just amazing, I love what you do! It would be interesting to see how the van looks like now after a year 😁

[@miasstuff1948]

Fabulous painting work, and it looks awesome on the van! Well done, and especially brave working with an unknown medium and substrate. I couldn’t help laughing when you said “I’m not built for this heat”, I have been saying that almost daily since we moved to Australia! 😂 (Vi är från Sverige/Finland) Another great video! 🤗👌🏻👍🏻🥳

[@rosscoeism]

This definitely makes me want to try s bob ross tutorial... so cool love the outcome

[@truegatorguyodonnell5092]

I'm old enough to have seen Bob "back in the day" and I've never been a fan of his work, though he makes painting look easy! Having said that, you did an AMAZING JOB on your van!!!! Bob Ross would be proud!

[@jennifersimpson5094]

That looks amazing. You are so talented, everything you do always looks so professional. You are an artist!

[@cheyenne1082]

Imagine how many people’s day you are going to make while you’re cruising around and they see a bob ross painting 😂 Her: it’s really flat and boring Me: my god it’s gorgeous. She’s so talented.

[@qtluna7917]

My inner boomer is yelling at me: Imagine how many people will be distracted by this while they are driving!

[@insanetxartist]

Right?? I almost died giggling at that. There aren't many artists around who haven't thought about their own work that way.

[@beneditoart]

@@insanetxartist are you sure? Most of the artists that are good usually undermine their work, that's why they get very good and work alot!

[@Rudirudel]

"I'm not made for this heat!" *wears shirt and short pants* seconds later... "It's too cold!" *goes inside to grab long pants and two (not one, TWO!!!) jackets.* You and my wife must be relatives...

[@CANControlGRAFFITI]

MAH WYFE.

[@kiri92azel]

Wether has been crazy lately tho

[@insanetxartist]

@@kiri92azel Ours here in the NE US, too. It took spring about 5 false starts to finally settle in and then it moved on much too quickly to the "joys" of tick and mosquito season.

[@Legendary_Detective-Wobbuffet]

It's all women unilaterally. They have two degrees of comfort.

[@okaberintarou3641]

guess i'm female then

[@BestFavorite]

Hi I just stumbled upon this video and I subscribed in the first like 30 seconds. lol your energy is contagious and you are such a delight!

[@jenniferberry120785]

That painting is amazing there is a lot more space you can turn into canvas on your van and all of bobs paintings are outdoor themed somehow beautifully done!

[@Iggy4470]

As a child I was a really big fan of Bob Ross and I have to say you must have made him very proud, this is an excellent example of his type of painting style and your right its your world and you've done it beautifully.

[@mikes1031]

Girl you have some mad skills, talent and a lot of guts, to do that painting on your van, just from following Bob's video. I'm sure Bob would be very proud of you. I think you did an awesome job on it, and on everything else you have taken on for projects.

[@jorgeorona9702]

Nice way you explained how you did it. Beautiful master piece.

[@Honeyshouldwehomeschool]

This looks so freaking cool!!! Well done, you did a beautiful job 😍

[@gaberettberg4196]

"There are no mistakes." Bob Ross is definitely one of the most wonderful ppl that ever lived. Definitely one of my favorite. Great job!! U did him proud.🖤

[@TiimedArts]

But for real you should paint the whole van with other bob ross paintings xDDD

[@stickyfloor1820]

Yeah like a tattoo sleeve of various things but instead BR paintings blended together

[@William.Williams]

I want sessions xD

[@TiimedArts]

@Andrei Radu in this Case Not, my opinion

[@thomasschoen9165]

Very good work looks like Bob Ross painted it himself

[@sunsetsleeper]

But tik tok banned in usa...

[@styvenszastur8205]

Just have say love Norwegian people and Norway. Your videos are just in depth and awesome. Been watching for a long time. Respect from Australia.

[@subtoravenclawrstr]

I love the way you mixed your style with his

[@Orybailey]

I love how she’s all modest about being afraid to paint on the van and her painting skills and then she comes out whooping butt. Her talents are insane!!!

[@alexnoman1498]

"I'm being boiled alive, I was not made for this heat!" As a pasty blonde, you have my understanding and my sympathies. Still very funny, though :D

[@nanuq83]

Same. I took my pup out to potty the other day - it was 109° felt 112° and a fire warning goes off on my phone. It felt like the intensity inside the oven. Less than 4 mins outside and my arms & feet were burnt... no joke. Some of us aren't meant for heat and that happens to me even when there isn't a fire warning.

[@eatmedrinkme9628]

Even funnier once you read this: In Norway the warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 65.1°F (18.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 51.6°F (10.9°C) at night. What would she do with 105°F (40°C)? lol It's currently 85° F (31° C) here in June.

[@nanuq83]

@@eatmedrinkme9628 Seriously? haha Aww, poor girl. I live in Vegas, heat is what we do but I hate it. Temps like that here is cold, like ppl wearing full blown ready for winter clothes. Ppl don't realize Vegas goes from 100°+ for months to 1 week of 70's to rain for one week then back to high heats for 3 days and then 25°-45° for months. Our bodies don't have time to accustom to the drastic change. So the heat feels like we're cooking and the cold feels like we've stepped in a freezer. 80's can be hot if it's humid.

[@Wingedshadowwolf]

@@eatmedrinkme9628 Those look like the temps we see in Alaska. It does feel broiling hot, even when it shouldn't.

[@eatmedrinkme9628]

@@nanuq83 Humidity was in the high 70's% yesterday, it's 67% today. Yes the 80's suck at these humidity levels and these are cool days, the hot ones are coming. :D

[@timothyeldridge6822]

I absolutely LOVE your art !

[@samwilbur6155]

Ahmaaazzinnngg!! Bob Ross + adventure camper IS channeling his spirit! ❤ love what you made!

[@Fugatech3DPrinting]

IDK why you get so nervous. Your painting skills are out of this world.

[@maxkim7937]

because it's a van and not a canvas maybe?

[@mathewgilroy2649]

Dude, that’s fantastic and fun! I love how you took Bob’s initial idea then went on your own adventure. Great work and thank you!

[@Vohasiiv]

Looks absolutely amazing!

[@uqox]

Hey....I don't know if I'm the only person who has ever done this but I have to recommend that when the video is speeded up during the painting part that you knock back playback to .25. There is something very surreal and performance-art like in watching the slower yet, time-jump nature of the painting with the music fully distorted. Very 1980s in sound but watching her execute the painting is enthralling. It's like a performance inside of a performance. Fascinating!!! Oh yeah, and I forgot to mention that the work on this van is GORGEOUS!!! A really wonderful piece of work.

[@KiLl_FrEnZy88]

5:28 next to this tree we have his little friend. Everybody needs a friend...

[@Tracy137]

I remember him saying that - my late mum ADORED him. When my late dad also passed away last year we found a small suitcase FULL of videos of Bob Ross' show. Made me cry as I remembered watching it with my mum. Such a beautiful human soul was Mr Ross and this van would make both him and my mum smile I think. :)

[@luisa.tirado9260]

Bob ross would probably shed a tear over this awesomeness

[@milessakauye8819]

That was amazing! You are so talented!

[@ssg25uret6]

I’m old enough to remember when Bob Ross was on tv Saturday mornings, and as a person who struggles with stick figures I love seeing talented people paint and draw things. It’s amazing.