Bob Ross: The Joyful Painter Who Inspired Millions 🎨🌲

Bob Ross, born in 1942, became famous for his TV show The Joy of Painting.

His calm voice and “happy little trees” made painting fun and accessible to all.

Ross served in the U.S. Air Force before pursuing his passion for art.

Ross during his Air Force years, giving a painting demonstration in Fairbanks, Alaska, c. late 1970

He used the wet-on-wet technique, allowing him to create paintings in minutes!

Ross painted over 30,000 artworks but never sold them—he taught instead!

His TV show ran for 31 seasons, teaching millions to paint with confidence.

Bob Ross believed anyone could be an artist—his positivity was contagious.

His legacy lives on through online videos, merchandise, and inspiration.

Even today, his soothing voice and timeless lessons bring joy worldwide.