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With his curly perm and mesmerizing voice, Bob Ross has become a pop culture icon, but he saw the world as an inspirational place. Through his lens, mistakes are just “happy accidents” and beauty is everywhere. Take care of yourself and color your own happy little trees with Bob. Recommended By McKenzie W., Powells.com
Synopses & Reviews
The first and only coloring book based on the art of the beloved and acclaimed painter and television personality. This exclusive authorized collection of art, derived directly from Bob Ross’s own paintings, offers his legions of fans a contemplative, relaxing, and inspiring way to connect with the work and personality of the pop-culture icon.
Featuring many of Ross’s most famous quotes and catchphrases about happy little trees, friendly squirrels, and more, the book also includes a gallery of his original artwork. But as he would no doubt want, coloring fans of all ages are encouraged to make their own decisions, embrace their mistakes, and make each painting their own.
Bob Ross is a cult figure around the world among varying age groups, especially Generation X. And everyone agrees he is about more than just painting. His fans — few of whom identify themselves as artists — agree that his quiet, nurturing disposition is a form of therapy, making his work the absolutely perfect subject of an adult coloring book. This coloring book presents more than seventy-five line drawings created from Ross’s own artwork.
About the Author
Bob Ross (1942–1995) was an American painter, art instructor, and the creator and host of PBS’s The Joy of Painting, an instructional painting technique television series that originally ran from 1982 until 1994.