Ep 10. Just Before the Storm

In this episode of Bob Ross - The Joy of Painting, titled "Just Before the Storm," Bob Ross guides viewers on how to paint a serene landscape just before a storm hits. The setting is a quiet countryside with a peaceful pond, surrounded by trees and tall grass.

Bob starts the painting by sketching the basic outline of the scene using a big brush and a mix of Prussian blue and black. He then moves on to painting the sky, which he colors with a blend of titanium white, phthalo blue, and van dyke brown, resulting in a deep grayish-blue tone. He instructs viewers to paint the sky by using horizontal brush strokes and blending the colors together.

As Bob paints the clouds, he demonstrates how to create shapes by using a fan brush and varying amounts of pressure. He uses titanium white and a touch of blue to create the clouds, which he advises should be more defined at the top and fade out as they move towards the horizon.

Bob then moves on to painting the terrain. He recommends using a mix of sap green and dark sienna to create the base color of the trees, and a mix of sap green and yellow ochre to create the tall grass. The trees are painted in layers of dark and light tones, using a combination of different brush strokes, such as dabbing and dragging, to create texture and depth.

To add further dimension to the painting, Bob instructs viewers on how to paint the water in the pond. Using the wet-on-wet technique, he blends blue and white to create a tranquil watercolor, and finishes the painting by adding reflections, highlights, and shadows to create a realistic reflection of the surrounding trees.

Throughout the episode, Bob emphasizes the importance of enjoying the painting process by taking breaks and experimenting with different techniques. He also stresses the importance of making the painting one's own, encouraging viewers to add their own personal touch to their artwork.

Overall, "Just Before the Storm" is a relaxing and educational episode of Bob Ross - The Joy of Painting, showcasing Bob's gentle teaching style and his ability to capture the beauty of nature on canvas.