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Jan 11, 2026

Pete

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On This Day January 11 1983 – The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross Premiered on PBS.

On this day January 11 1983, The Joy of Painting premiered on PBS, introducing audiences to the calm instructional painting style of Bob Ross. The series focused on landscape painting techniques delivered in a relaxed and reassuring manner, making art feel accessible to viewers of all skill levels.

The Joy of Painting became a unique presence on 1980s television, standing apart from fast paced...

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