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Paint Like Bob Ross with Nicholas Hankins
Paint Like Bob Ross with Nicholas Hankins

Paint Like Bob Ross with Nicholas Hankins (Virtual)

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024

8 PM – 11 PM 

Spend an evening creating your very own masterpiece with step- by- step instruction from Nicholas Hankins, Bob Ross Certified Instructor and host of THE JOY OF PAINTING WITH NICHOLAS HANKINS: BOB ROSS’ UNFINISHED SEASON. Whether you’re an experienced painter or picking up the brush for the first time, this is your chance to paint like the myth, the legend … Bob Ross!

See the canvas come to life as you spend three entertaining hours guided by Nicholas. You are the artist creating a beautiful Bob Ross classic filled with those happy little clouds. Registration includes everything you need to create your masterpiece. 

And it gets better — October 29 is Bob Ross’ birthday! Celebrate Bob by doing what he loved — painting! 

 

About Nicholas Hankins

Nicholas Hankins began painting along with Bob Ross on his local public TV station in 1993. He was just eleven years old when he got his first Bob Ross paint kit, saying he felt “an indelible excitement that day which has grown exponentially over the past three decades.” Nicholas is a Certified Bob Ross Instructor and host of the new how-to painting series THE JOY OF PAINTING WITH NICHOLAS HANKINS: BOB ROSS’ UNFINISHED SEASON. 

 

Ticket Includes: 

  • Access to the Zoom Webinar
  • 3 hours of instruction by Bob Ross Certified Instructor Nicholas Hankins
  • Art kit which includes
    • (5) Bob Ross Oil Paints
    • (1) Bob Ross 'Secret Formula' Liquid White
    • (1) Bob Ross Landscape Brush
    • (1) Bob Ross Fan Brush
    • (1) Bob Ross Painting Knife
    • (1) Bob Ross Canvas
    • (1) Disposable Palette Paper

 

Please note: Each person who is painting will need their own ticket. For example, if two people will be painting together, please register for two tickets so we can send you two paint kits. Paint kits are provided by our friends at Bob Ross Inc..

Spread the joy of painting! You can add an additional kit (for an additional cost) and ship it to a separate address! Just purchase an additional kit and enter the shipping address for that person.

Don’t delay! Tickets are limited and registration will only be open until October 4, 2024 to allow for timely shipment of kits shipped within the continental U.S.. For kits needing to be shipped to Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada, ticket sales end September 13.

 

Shipping Details:

  • Ticket sales end October 4 for kits being shipped to the continental US, so sign up now!
  • Ticket sales end September 13 for Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada.
  • Select the right ticket! Note that there are four ticket types depending on where your kit will be shipped. Failure to select the right ticket will result in delay in shipping or even the possibility that your ticket will not be fulfilled.
  • Make sure that your address is submitted correctly (no typos!)
  • Tickets for kits shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada will incur an additional shipping fee
  • Please note that kits shipped to Canada will come from the US and will incur customs and/or duty fees added by the Canadian Postal System
  • Ticket holders will receive their paint kits approximately 3 weeks after purchase for the continental US and approximately 6 weeks after purchase for kits shipped to Hawaii, Alaska and Canada.
  • Please open your kit when it arrives to ensure you are ready to paint on October 29! Upon the arrival of your kit, please open it up and ensure you have all the necessary materials before the event. If you have any questions regarding your paint kit, please let PBS Western Reserve know.

 

This event is presented by GBH with support from THE JOY OF PAINTING WITH NICHOLAS HANKINS: BOB ROSS’ UNFINISHED SEASON, American Public Television, Create TV and Bob Ross Inc.

Ticket purchases for this event support PBS Western Reserve programming.

 

How it works:

This virtual event will take place via Zoom Webinar. Zoom is free to the public but requires a computer download. You can download Zoom here. Your kit will arrive in the days before the event.

By RSVPing for this event, you agree to receive timely news and updates on events, films, and special offers from PBS Western Reserve. Your registration information will be shared with Bob Ross Inc. for the shipment of the art kits.

 

Photo of Bob Ross provided by Bob Ross Inc.. Graphic designed by GBH. Photo of Nicholas Hankins provided by Bob Ross Inc.. Graphic designed by GBH.

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If you have questions or can no longer attend, please contact our Membership Department. Membership can be reached during regular business hours M-F, 8 AM-4 PM at 1-800-554-4549 or via email at members@pbswesternreserve.org.

Date and Time

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024

8 PM – 11 PM 

 

Virtual Event via Zoom Webinar

 

FAQ

 

Shipping 

 

Can I ship to multiple addresses? 

  • Yes

 

What happens if I want to add a kit, change the shipping address or cancel a kit? 

  • Changes can be made before October 3. Additions and changes after this date cannot be accommodated.

 

How quickly will I receive my order? 

  • All kit purchasers will receive their paint kits approximately 3 weeks after purchase. 

 

Do I need to be home to receive my kit?

  • No, kits will be left at the address provided and do not require signature 

 

Can you guarantee delivery on a certain day or time? 

  • Unfortunately, no. 

 

Can it be shipped to my PO Box?

  • Yes

 

This is a gift — will there be a receipt in the package? 

  • When shipping out your order, a receipt, invoice, or packing slip is not included in the package. 

 

Can kit purchasers include a customized note to their gift recipient? 

  • Sorry, no         

 

What should I do if my order was damaged in transit? 

  • If your order was damaged in transit, please reach out to the PBS Western Reserve Membership Department at members@pbswesternreserve.org or 1-800-554-4549 for further assistance. 

 

What do I do if my kit did not arrive in time? 

  • This event WILL be recorded and sent to ALL attendees a week following the event so you still have the chance to enjoy the event if you miss the live Zoom event. 

 

 

 

Paint Kits

 

Does everyone planning to attend the event need to purchase a ticket/ kit? 

  • YES. The paint kit has enough supplies for ONE painter. Each person who is painting will need their own ticket. For example, if two people will be painting together, please register for two tickets so we can send you two paint kits.

 

What is the vendor for the paint kits? 

  • Paint kits are provided by our friends as Bob Ross Inc.

 

What is included in the paint kit?

  • Art kit includes
    • (5) Bob Ross Oil Paints
    • (1) Bob Ross 'Secret Formula' Liquid White
    • (1) Bob Ross Landscape Brush
    • (1) Bob Ross Fan Brush   
    • (1) Bob Ross Painting Knife
    • (1) Bob Ross Canvas 
    • (1) Disposable Palette Paper

 

What do I need to prepare beforehand for this event? 

  • Our first suggestion is to ensure you have a strong internet connection! Next is to open your kit upon its arrival and ensure you have all the materials needed for your painting station before the event. 
  • All guests should open the kit an ensure they have all items
  • What you will need to prepare for the event as recommended by Nicholas: 
    • Keep a roll of paper towels handy during the painting process. You'll need them to wipe-off your brush and knife occasionally.
    • If you happen to get some paint on your hands, don't worry! It will wash off with warm, soapy water. A package of baby wipes will work too for cleaning hands and brush/knife handles.
    • Wear old clothing or an apron or smock!. If you do happen to get some paint on your clothing don't panic! Treat the area with some dishwashing liquid (I prefer Dawn) by rubbing some into the stained area and washing your clothing in a warm water wash while the area is still wet.
    • Lay out your painting tools and remove the shrink wrapping and label from your canvas, plus cover your tabletop with some plastic or newspaper.
    • Tape your palette paper to your tabletop so it won't slip around.
    • A small, disposable plastic plate or bowl (don’t use paper!) is good as a container for your Bob Ross Liquid White.
    • Secure your canvas to a small upright table easel, or if you need a "makeshift" easel, lean your canvas against the back of a chair or fold sturdy cardboard into an "A" frame shape: secure with masking tape and something heavy behind it.
    • When the class is over, wash your brush with some odorless paint thinner (DO NOT USE WATER!) to ensure it will be ready for your next painting adventure! Odorless paint thinner may be found at an art and craft store or, in a pinch, at a hardware store.

 

Can I participate without the paint kit? 

  •  No. 

 

Where can I purchase more Bob Ross paint kits?

 

What landscape will we be painting?

  • You will be painting a beautiful landscape with mountains and trees. 

 

 

 

ZOOM Access

 

Can I share the ZOOM link with a friend if I am unable to join the event? 

  • No. 

 

I purchased my ticket before realizing I have prior obligations!  Will this event be recorded? 

  • This event WILL be recorded and sent to ALL ticket holders a week following the event for you to experience the event on your own time.

 

How can I submit a question(s) to Nicholas Hankins? 

  • Since this is a live event, you will be able to ask your questions to Nicholas during the event with the Q&A Zoom feature. Attendees will be able to “upvote” the questions that they also want to hear a response. The most popular/upvoted questions will be prioritized. Unfortunately, we cannot promise all questions will be answered. 

 

What do I do if I cannot find a ZOOM link? 

 

Will Nicholas Hankins  be able to give a shoutout during the event? 

  • No. 

 

How do I get my ZOOM link for this event? 

  • ZOOM link will be sent to all ticket purchasers immediately following their purchase of the ticket in their confirmation email. Attendees may need to access their email’s JUNK FOLDER to find this email. Along with the confirmation email, the ZOOM link will be sent to all attendees in follow up emails 48 hours, 24 hours, and 1 hour before the event. 
     

 

Will the event be captioned? 

  • Yes

 

What do I do if I am having technical difficulties during the event? 

 

I have never used ZOOM, what do I do? 

  • Before this event, you will need to download Zoom. Zoom is free to the public and you can download it here. If you already have Zoom you will not need to download the platform again.

 

 

Refunds

The paint kit did not get to me until after the event, I would like to be refunded for this event. 

  • We are terribly sorry the paint kit was not delivered on time. This event has been recorded and will be sent to all ticket holders 1 week after the event. We hope you are still able to enjoy the event. We will still issue you a refund due to the inconvenience.