Ep 9. Mountains of Grace

Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Series is a beloved art instructional show that has been inspiring people since the early 1980s. Each episode features the soft-spoken and gentle Bob Ross teaching viewers how to paint beautiful landscapes using oil paints and his signature wet-on-wet technique.

Season 30 episode 9 is titled "Mountains of Grace" and in this episode, Bob Ross takes viewers on a peaceful journey to the beautiful mountainside. The episode opens with Bob chatting about the beauty of the mountains and how he draws inspiration from the stunning natural gradients of colors. Bob suggests that using a large, flat brush will help viewers depict the wide range of colors that are found in nature.

Bob begins by using a 2-inch brush to apply a mixture of phthalo blue and phthalo green in a circular motion to create a brilliant sky, which he compares to a "big ol' blue blanket." He skillfully applies titanium white in perfect proportion to create fluffy clouds that add texture to the sky. Bob then switches to a smaller brush to paint the outlines of the mountains, using a combination of phthalo blue, phthalo green, and alizarin crimson to represent the natural colors present in the rocks and foliage.

As he works, Bob reminds viewers to have fun and not to worry too much about making mistakes, advising them to see them as happy accidents. He then moves on to create a serene, reflective body of water at the base of the mountains, bringing in various shades of blues and grays to depict the movement of the water.

Bob then paints the foreground using shades of browns, oranges, and yellows to give the impression of autumn leaves. He delicately adds in shades of green to show the different textures of the mountain trees. With each brush stroke, Bob brings the painting more to life and viewers cannot help but feel transported to the mountain.

Throughout the episode, Bob's tone is soothing and calming, encouraging viewers to try different techniques and take their time as they enjoy the process of creating art. He also emphasizes the importance of individual success, suggesting that viewers find their own style as they continue to keep painting.

As the episode draws to a close, Bob adds in the final details, adding highlights to the trees and a few more touches to the reflections in the water. He ends the episode by signing the painting with his signature "happy little trees" in the forefront.

"Mountains of Grace" is another wonderful episode of Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Series that not only teaches viewers how to paint a stunning landscape, but also provides a calming and meditative experience that can be enjoyed by all skill levels.