Ep 9. Winter Barn

In the 9th episode of season 11 of Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Series, titled Winter Barn, Bob Ross takes his viewers on a journey through a winter landscape. The episode begins with Bob Ross introducing the audience to a beautiful winter scene featuring a classic red barn surrounded by snow-covered trees.

Bob Ross starts by using a big brush and applying a thin layer of blue and white paint to create the background of the painting, starting from the top and gradually moving downwards. He then paints a snowy ground with a mixture of white, blue and a touch of black. In his signature soothing voice, he explains that he wants to create the feeling of a fresh and crisp winter's day.

Next, he uses a two-inch brush to create the snow-covered trees that surround the barn. He starts by using a mix of dark colors, such as black and dark green, to imply the tree trunks and branches. Then, he uses a thinner brush to paint the frosty branches that extend from them, applying the paint with delicate strokes.

After that, he creates the shadow of the barn, using dark colors such as burnt umber. He carefully paints the walls and rooftops of the barn, incorporating touches of white to represent the snow-covered roof and the light reflecting off of it. Bob Ross continues to develop the painting with darker colors, creating depth and dimension with subtle shades of paint.

As he continues adding details, he applies some lighter colors such as "alizarin crimson" to paint the highlights on the roof of the barn and to sketch the details of the snow-covered trees.

As the painting starts to come together, he adds some finishing touches such as the bird perched on the roof of the barn and the golden shrubs surrounding the barn. He explains that the uniqueness of the painting lies in the fact that it portrays winter at its most beautiful - a calm, soothing scene that invites viewers to pause and enjoy the moment.

Throughout the episode, Bob Ross stresses the importance of allowing creativity to flow freely and embracing imperfections as part of the process. As is typical of his teaching style, he encourages his viewers to experiment and embrace their unique style, assuring them that there are no mistakes in painting, just happy accidents.

In closing, Bob Ross reflects on the beauty and significance of the winter season, encouraging viewers to appreciate the simple joys and beauty around them. As always, he signs off his show with his famous words, "So from all of us here, I'd like to wish you happy painting, and God bless my friend."