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The Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 3

Every episode of The Joy of Painting Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Joy of Painting Season 3!

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The Joy of Painting was an American television show hosted by painter Bob Ross that taught its viewers techniques for landscape oil painting. Although Ross could complete a painting in half an hour, the intent

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 1 - Mountain Retreat
    9.4/10(59 votes)

    #1 - Mountain Retreat

    S3:E1

    Bob Ross paints a beautiful summer getaway with rugged brown peaks, clear blue waters and a cozy little cabin too.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 2 - Blue Moon
    9.1/10(61 votes)

    #2 - Blue Moon

    S3:E2

    Breathtaking skies, bending palms and waves that accentuate the cool night breeze. A one-of-a-kind masterpiece by Bob Ross.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 3 - Bubbling Stream
    9.4/10(56 votes)

    #3 - Bubbling Stream

    S3:E3

    In the midst of the forest flows a stream that splashes and trickles endlessly along – Bob Ross depicts the true beauty of nature.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 4 - Winter Night
    9.2/10(60 votes)

    #4 - Winter Night

    S3:E4

    Bob Ross captures the stillness of cold darkness and rests a cozy little cabin atop a snow covered hill – a real black canvas favorite.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 5 - Distant Hills
    9.1/10(54 votes)

    #5 - Distant Hills

    S3:E5

    Far, far away there rests a mountain nestled in misty clouds and foothills. Bob Ross creates a scene using soft, brilliant colors.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 6 - Covered Bridge
    9.2/10(57 votes)

    #6 - Covered Bridge

    S3:E6

    Enjoy this Bob Ross scene that includes luxurious green foliage and an old weathered trestle-bridge placed lovingly amongst all the beauty.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 7 - Quiet Inlet
    9.1/10(60 votes)

    #7 - Quiet Inlet

    S3:E7

    Sneak away into the sounds of quiet waters, velvety green shrubs and distance foothills. Bob Ross creates a perfect scene of relaxation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 8 - Night Light
    9.3/10(56 votes)

    #8 - Night Light

    S3:E8

    In this dark breathtaking scene, Bob Ross creates an almost calm night with waves crashing against rocks and protective lighthouse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 9 - The Old Mill
    9.4/10(58 votes)

    #9 - The Old Mill

    S3:E9

    Journey into the country with Bob Ross and watch how he creates this magnificent painting by adding a large old mill into the heart of the forest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 10 - Campfire
    9.4/10(63 votes)

    #10 - Campfire

    S3:E10

    In this one-of-a-kind masterpiece, Bob Ross paints a vibrant golden red glow, complete with cowboy restin’ a while by the cracklin’ flames.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 11 - Rustic Barn
    9.3/10(57 votes)

    #11 - Rustic Barn

    S3:E11

    A beautiful fall scene -- Bob Ross uses the colors of nature to settle an old worn-down farm building into soft golden grassy bushes and trees.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 12 - Hidden Lake
    9.3/10(54 votes)

    #12 - Hidden Lake

    S3:E12

    Beneath a soft purple mountain range, lots of trees and bushes surround a secret little lake, as only Bob Ross can create on canvas.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Joy of Painting Season 3 Episode 13 - Peaceful Waters
    9.4/10(52 votes)

    #13 - Peaceful Waters

    S3:E13

    Talented guest artist Steve Ross creates clear blue skies, an almighty mountain and lake lined generously with trees and bushes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Mountain Retreat" is the best rated episode of "The Joy of Painting" season 3. It scored 9.4/10 based on 59 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/4/1984. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Blue Moon".