"Bonhams in Los Angeles will auction three of Ross' paintings on Nov. 11. Other auctions will follow in London, New York, Boston and online. All profits are pledged to stations that use content from distributor American Public Television. The idea is to help stations in need with licensing fees that allow them to show popular programs that include "The Best of Joy of Painting," based on Ross' show, "America's Test Kitchen," "Julia Child's French Chef Classics" and "This Old House." Small and rural stations are particularly challenged."
"As desired by President Donald Trump, Congress has eliminated $1.1 billion allocated to public broadcasting, leaving about 330 PBS and 246 NPR stations to find alternative funding sources. Many launched emergency fund drives. Some have been forced to lay off staff and make programming cuts. The beloved Ross died in 1995 of complications from cancer after 11 years in production with "The Joy of Painting.""
"His how-to program was shown on stations around the U.S. and around the world. The former Air Force drill sergeant known for his calm demeanor and encouraging words enjoyed a resurgence in popularity during the lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ross spoke often as he worked on air about painting happy little clouds and trees, and making no mistakes, only "happy accidents.""
Thirty original Bob Ross paintings will be auctioned to defray programming costs for public television stations facing federal funding cuts. Bonhams in Los Angeles will auction three paintings on Nov. 11, with additional auctions planned in London, New York, Boston and online. All profits are pledged to stations that use American Public Television content to help cover licensing fees for shows such as The Best of Joy of Painting, America's Test Kitchen, Julia Child's French Chef Classics and This Old House. Congress eliminated $1.1 billion allocated to public broadcasting, prompting emergency fund drives, staff layoffs and programming cuts, especially at small and rural stations. The paintings span Ross' career and include serene landscapes.
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