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The Joy of Painting with Nicholas Hankins: Bob Ross' Unfinished Season show's poster

Independence Day

Certified Teacher Trainer Nicholas Hankins brings the never-before-seen paintings that Bob Ross was preparing for the studio before he passed away.

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Independence Day

Season 1 Episode 113 | 26m 46s | CC

Lush foliage, bright billowy clouds and the cool clear waters of a lazy stream; Nicholas Hankins recalls memories of summers past in this scene originally painted on July 4, 1995.

The Joy of Painting with Nicholas Hankins: Bob Ross' Unfinished Season

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