Bob Ross Artist And Painter

Bob Ross Artist (October 29, 1942 – July 4, 1995)

Bob Ross is a name that is synonymous with the world of painting. Born on October 29, 1942, he became famous for his worldwide television program 'The Joy of Painting' where he shared his love for art with people all over the world. His iconic landscapes of mountains, lakes, snow and log cabin scenes were strongly influenced by his years living in Alaska, where he was stationed for the majority of his career.

Ross was a firm believer that everyone has artistic talent and could become an accomplished artist given time, practice, and encouragement. He encouraged his viewers to embrace mistakes and referred to them as "happy little accidents". His approach to painting was unique, utilizing the wet-on-wet oil painting technique. This involved applying paint on top of still-wet paint, as opposed to waiting for each layer to dry before applying another coat. This allowed Ross to create beautiful and vibrant landscapes in a matter of minutes.

Ross's signature style was achieved through the use of large painting knives and fan brushes. These allowed him to create stunning trees, water, clouds, and mountains in a matter of seconds. Though he often credited Bill Alexander for teaching him this technique, it was his own patented style, and his references to Alexander were more a nod to his inspiration.

Bob Ross later founded his own successful line of art supplies and how-to books. He also offered painting classes taught by instructors trained in the "Bob Ross method" or CRIs. Certified Ross Instructors are taught by an elite group of American & Europe Teacher Trainers who were taught by Bob Ross himself. CRIs are governed by strict standards of professional competency and conduct, ensuring that anyone who learns from a CRI is receiving the highest quality of instruction.

If you're interested in learning the Bob Ross method, there are many paintwithmark painting classes . The classes cover everything from the basics of painting to the more advanced techniques. These classes are perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to paint, regardless of their experience level. The main Bob Ross website, http://www.bobross.com, is a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about Bob Ross and his painting techniques. Paintwithmarks website is https://paintwithmark.co.uk