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 / Modified jul 12, 2019 3:52 p.m.

Where Are All The Bob Ross Paintings? We Found Them

Bob Ross painted more than 1,000 landscapes for his television show — so why are they so hard to find? We solve one of the internet’s favorite little mysteries. A New York Times video investigation. by By Larry Buchanan, Aaron Byrd, Alicia DeSantis and Emily Rhyne

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What will be in the Smithsonian? Bob Ross made three versions of each painting that appeared on “The Joy of Painting.” The first was made before the show, to be used as a reference. He painted the second during the 26-minute taping, sometimes with last-minute improvisations. The third was made afterward, for instructional books.

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