Ep 9. Lake by Mountain

Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Series season 7 episode 9 is titled "Lake by Mountain." In this episode, legendary painter Bob Ross takes viewers on yet another beautiful journey through the use of paint and brush-strokes. The setting for this painting project is a serene mountain lake, surrounded by tall, majestic trees.

Bob Ross starts off by creating a dark blue backdrop for the lake using a wide brush. He gives the viewers tips on how to make the brush strokes in a circular motion, creating a slight ripple effect on the water. He then takes a fan brush and creates a beautiful layered mountain in the distant background, through the use of light brown and gray shades.

Bob Ross then takes a moment to reflect on the tranquility of nature, stating that "maybe this is what God had in mind when he created the world." He focuses on adding texture and detail to the mountains by using a palette knife and mixes colors to add natural shadows and depth to the painting.

Next, Bob Ross begins to create the trees that surround the lake, using a combination of dark greens, browns, and blacks for the foliage and trunks. He demonstrates how to make the branches by using a small round brush and flicking it upwards in a quick, deft motion. He then adds highlights to the trees by using white paint to create the illusion of sunlight peeking through the branches and leaves.

As the painting begins to take shape, Bob Ross adds more detail to the lake, using highlights and lowlights to give the water a sense of movement and depth. He adds in reflections of the surrounding scenery and blends the colors to create a natural mirror effect.

To finish off the painting, Bob Ross adds in some finishing touches, including some birds in the sky and a small dock extending out into the lake. He adds some final highlights to the foliage, enhancing the natural look of the trees and surrounding landscape.

Overall, "Lake by Mountain" is another beautiful addition to the Bob Ross: The Joy of Painting Series that showcases his love for nature and his ability to capture its essence through paint strokes and color. This episode is a must-watch for artists as well as anyone looking to appreciate the simple beauty of the great outdoors.