This Sunday Morning segment from last month looks at how Bob Ross just keeps getting more well known, especially during social isolation. People are turning to him not only to learn how to paint, Bob Ross style, but also for the quirkiness, calmness, and positivity that he brings to these troubled times. And that 'fro!
People turn to Bob Ross painting during the pandemic
Bob Ross art will be part of a new Magic: The Gathering expansion
From Vice: The set will feature two Ross landscapes representing each of Magic's five different land types—plains, swamps, forests, islands, and mountains. "I thought swamp was going to be the hardest, but it turned out to be plains," Tom Jenkot, Sr. Creative Art Director at WotC, told Motherboard in an email. "I did have to… READ THE REST
All 31 seasons of The Joy of Painting are free to stream
2020 finally bears good news: All 403 episodes of alla prima virtuoso Bob Ross's Joy of Painting are free to watch on Ross' official Youtube channel. Above, the first (1/11/1983) and final (5/17/1994) episodes of the show. From Open Culture: It's said that 90% of the regular viewers tuning in to watch Ross crank out his signature… READ THE REST
Bob Ross couple's costume and other Halloween night surprises in my neighborhood
This Bob Ross "painted" happy little trees onto their partner's face all evening. I've lived in Alameda, California going on 10 years now and I'm always surprised by what I see on Halloween night — it's a real circus! Each year, thousands of revelers head to my neighborhood in the Fernside district to trick or… READ THE REST
Ditch the extra cup of coffee. This gadget can really boost your productivity
Whether gaming in your spare time or burying yourself in spreadsheets at your 9-to-5, efficiency matters. And while you may have the latest and greatest laptop or smartphone to work on, its small screen can totally kill your enjoyment, especially when you're hopping over to different apps or watching your favorite streaming content. If you're looking for a way… READ THE REST
Enjoy a pet without the mess with this robotic canine!
The world is full of reasons to love dogs. How could you not? They are cute, kind, thoughtful, and always trying to make friends. The world is also full of reasons to love technology. But is there a way to bring these two together? Is the world ready for robotic dogs? The answer is yes! Petoi just… READ THE REST
This Unlimited Lifetime Learning Subscription Bundle with Rosetta Stone is the perfect way to learn a new skill
If there was ever a time to refresh what's going on in that noggin, it's now that you're finally digging into new technology instead of the old hat ways you're used to. You've finally got a good hold on life, and now it's time to elevate your value. This Unlimited Lifetime Learning Subscription Bundle is perfect for… READ THE REST
