Ep 12. Mighty Mountain Lake

In season 16 episode 12 of Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Series, viewers are taken on a journey to a beautiful mountain lake. Bob Ross's signature soothing voice takes center stage as he explains the techniques and tools needed to create a stunning landscape painting.

The episode opens with Bob Ross discussing the importance of having a good reference photo. He recommends using a photograph as a guide, but warns against simply copying it. Instead, he encourages viewers to use the photo as inspiration and let their own creativity shine through.

Bob Ross's painting technique is called wet-on-wet, which means he applies paint to a wet canvas. This allows the colors to mix and blend together, creating a soft and natural look. He begins by using a large brush to cover the canvas in a blue wash, which will serve as the base for the sky.

Next, Bob Ross starts to create the shape of the mountain using different shades of brown and green. He explains that the key to creating depth in a painting is to use different values - light and dark areas that create contrast and dimension. He uses a smaller brush to add details to the mountain, such as a rocky outcropping and a few trees.

The real star of the episode, however, is the lake itself. Bob Ross creates a mirror image of the mountain in the water, using the same colors and shapes but with a lighter touch to create the reflection. He adds a few ripples and waves to the water, using a technique called "scumbling" to create texture.

As the painting starts to come together, Bob Ross adds a few finishing touches to really bring it to life. He uses a palette knife to add some texture to the rocky outcropping, and a thin paintbrush to add some highlights to the trees. He also suggests using a few different painting techniques to create variety and interest in the painting.

Throughout the episode, Bob Ross's soothing voice carries viewers through the painting process, offering helpful tips and words of encouragement. He reminds viewers that painting is about enjoying the process and letting your own creativity guide you.

By the end of the episode, viewers are left with a stunning painting of a mountain lake that they can be proud of. Bob Ross's gentle guidance and calming presence make this episode a joy to watch, and leave viewers feeling inspired and relaxed.