Bob Ross Joy of Painting: Waterfalls Collection

I'm a musician currently exploring the world of computer program synthesizers from a wonderful app called "GarageBand". While I am (was) primarily a guitar player, after downloading this app I quickly discovered a new world of colors and sound that guitar just couldn't quite grasp. Because I did take some beginner's piano at a young age, I am not totally keyboard illiterate although I don't read music, rather play by ear and compose original stuff. Some who listen to my stuff seem to really dig it, as practice will enhance, with psychedelia, scifi music, moody aural works that are free form and would be good as background music in some films.That said, at least in the improvisation department, I can somewhat identify with Bob Ross, even though I couldn't draw flies. Some creative types can do music and visual art but not all of us. So why then, would I even watch, much less recommend a painting DVD set when I have no intention of taking up the hobby? Good question. Here's the answer.Bob Ross was legendary because not only was he able to create astounding natural paintings, he did it with the exception sometimes of applying backdrop blacks or white before beginning the actual painting in 30 minutes. Like all real magic, he made it look simple, and explained what he was doing in simple terms, too.What appeals to me is his calm voice, obvious love of nature and a personality of kindness not seen much any more. We lost a good friend when he succumbed to cancer. It is inspiring and jaw dropping to watch a blob of yellow or some shade of red or green, make a few broad strokes, and suddenly watch what looks like a pell mell paint ball scramble gel into a work of beauty. It's very relaxing to watch these seascapes come to life, and, see Ross blend colors and light/dark dynamics that convince me that real magic, not slight of hand, does indeed exist on some metaphysical plane.You don't have to be an artist of any type to enjoy this DVD. It's soothing, beautiful and a wonderful catharsis from the normal TV bombarding we have to endure. Fortunately, there is a protege, Kevin Hill, who also has a show on PBS in some markets. Hill too has that remarkable capability, and it's nice to see the talent be passed on. In an ugly world, Ross was quick to demonstrate the good and the beautiful, something we as a society have stupidly chosen to overlook.

I had seen the art courses on public TV in the past. They were great! My daughter is interested in art and she is very good. I thought this video would help. She was very excited with this gift. Thank you!

This is the best! Great condition ! Like New! Love Bob Ross since the 1080-1990’s . So happy I found this !!Thank You!!!

I thoroughly enjoyed this series, "the BoB" is just delightful! I have never had any formal art lessons and wanted to learn some basic techniques so I ordered the seascape series and the Joy of Painting series. Bob Ross's kind, persistant teaching method (and the rewind function) walked me through the basics in a very clear and enjoyable manner. At the end of the day I had a lovely painting to encourage more efforts. It was great! I would highly recommend this series. My sister, Mom and I did two paintings together. We had a blast and hung our paintings on the wall when all was done. Since then I have purchased more Bob Ross DVDs as gifts. So far everyone loves him and there are several more fledgling painters enjoying their new passion! Thanks, Bob!

Nice quality

The dvds are very helpful for what you choose to paint

My husband loved this tape, excellently illustrated! The easy way Bob Ross shows the audience how to make the water flow, and the waves crest is incredible, including the formations of mountians is wonderful and a joy to watch! Great for anyone who love to paintor those who do not paint it is a very interesting tribute to the love of Art. Bob Ross makes it look simple, by showing which brushes to use, how much paint to have on your brush, how to angle on the brush when stroking the canvas to obtain the right effect to your art project and is a great DVD for all ages!

I grew up with this show, and I love watching it. I'm not a painter at all, but I love to watch him do it. A lot of times, I'll just listen to Bob talking in the background while I do something else. He's just so soothing to listen to.The mountain scenes were always my favorite, so this collection is great for me. I'd love to get the entire series, but it costs over $1000. So, ~$30 was well worth some nostalgia for me.The video quality is good. It's not high-def like blu-ray, but it's still pleasing to watch. Audio is also good - not great, but good. The baseline volume fluctuates from episode to episode sometimes, so I find myself turning the volume up and then back down. That's a minor nit, though. I run audio through my receiver, and I turn on surround sound processing so that his voice plays through my center channel instead of the front two speakers - that just sounds more natural to me (probably because I grew up with his voice playing through a single speaker on a TV).Some notes:(*) The audio is stereo and not 5.1 as the cover photo states.(*) The cover photo says "Full Screen," but that stands for the "old" full screen ratio of 4:3. If you have a widescreen TV, your TV and/or disc player can almost surely stretch the image to fill the whole screen if you prefer that, but I like to keep it at 4:3 to show the original aspect.A bit pricey in general, IMO, but still worth it. Highly recommended, especially if you're already a fan. You can also check if your local PBS station still shows The Joy of Painting (mine still does from time to time).