With his welcoming personality and embrace of "happy little accidents," Bob Ross revolutionized painting, making art accessible through The Joy of Painting. His legacy lives on through Bob Ross Inc., which continues to share his love of painting worldwide.
Competitors will have two different avenues to showcase their artwork in the Bob Ross exhibit in Indiana's Minnetrista Museum.
One young artist will be voted as America's Most Artistic Kid, taking home $20,000, appearing on a special episode of The Joy of Painting with Nicholas Hankins, and displaying their art at the Minnetrista Museum.
The Joy of Painting's Nicholas Hankins will personally select one additional artist to display their work in the Minnetrista Museum along with the People’s Choice champion.
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Actor, visual artist, and longtime fan David Arquette is a Certified Ross Instructor® who blends his street-art roots with painted landscapes. Competitors will join him for exclusive virtual workshops during the competition.
Beginning his painting adventure at 11 years old, Nicholas Hankins is a Certified Ross Instructor and the on-air host of 'The Joy of Painting with Nicholas Hankins: Bob Ross' Unfinished Season.' Competitors will join him for exclusive virtual painting workshops.
This is their moment to show the world their creativity and learn from professional artists while making an impact.
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