The tribute song and accompanying tongue-in-cheek video was shot in New York in 2000 by David and Ron Barba. It was written and directed by Carin Perry and Ron Barba. It features ‘The Rossies’ dressed in afro wigs painting in the park and sound samples from ‘The Joy of Painting’ TV series.
At time of writing the video has amassed a staggering 546,201 views on YouTube over 1,400 people have left comments about the video including:
“Great way to tribute a man who touched a lot of people’s lives.”
“this is amazing, I’m a huge Bob Ross fan, and this tribute is great, the song, the video everything”
An excerpt from the lyrics:
White Man with an afro, a giant palette in my hand, always wearing those seventies blue jeans painting portraits of the land.
And last, but by no means least, the video:
If you’re a passionate Bob Ross painting fan, want to learn the wet-on-wet technique for yourself or teach others then e-mail me. Please also see here for full details of official Bob Ross training courses held in the UK. Whether looking to become a Certified Bob Ross Instructor (CRI) or simply to learn or improve upon your oil painting technique they’re great fun and help you spread Bob’s legacy to the art world.
Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique – Landscape, Floral and Wildlife Teacher Training Seminars
Seminars – Level 3
After you’ve completed Levels 1 & 2, this is the final step to become an accredited Ross Instructor. You will complete advanced painting projects and practice and perfect demonstration skills with other class members. Guest speakers from Artraders and/or the Bob Ross Company will attend the seminar to discuss promotion, setting up classes, product sourcing and other valuable information.
On Friday afternoon you‘ll all enjoy closing , usually quite festive ceremonies which include receiving your final full accreditation CRI, CRFI, or CRWI certificate. You’ll now be ready to start your new life as a fully qualified Bob Ross instructor.
Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique – Landscape, Floral and Wildlife Teacher Training Seminars
Seminars – Level 2
Open only to students who’ve completed Level 1, this is the next step to full CRI, CRFI, or CRWI status. You will work on advanced painting projects to further perfect your skills and receive special coaching about becoming an effective Bob Ross teacher. You will learn exciting techniques for conducting demonstrations, motivating beginners, correcting mistakes and projecting a positive image, all under the close guidance of Bob Ross International Staff.
Once again, on the Friday your progress will be acknowledged and reviewed
and your Level 2 Certificate issued.
Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet technique – Landscape, Floral and Wildlife Teacher Training Seminars
Seminars – Level 1
Provides the foundation needed to develop your Bob Ross technique painting skills. Emphasis is placed on proper use of painting tools and on the various methods involved to complete Bob’s landscape, floral or wildlife paintings. Projects are selected from Bob Ross instructional material, teaching is by an International instructor. We’ve been told that this is one of the most exciting five days that you’ll experience, many people making lifelong friends. On the Friday there is an appraisal of each students work (very friendly!) and the Level 1 Certificates are issued.
Want to learn or teach oil painting the Bob Ross way?
One-week official Bob Ross Courses take place in the UK throughout the year. Tuition is intensive, it’s the path to becoming a qualified Bob Ross Instructor.
Many people take the Courses to learn or improve oil techniques. They’re for everybody, not just a talented elite.
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