Have you ever wanted to paint like Bob Ross? Many of us who grew up with the iconic PBS program “The Joy of Painting” have watched in awe as Bob Ross created whole worlds before our eyes!
Lauren Pantos is a Certified Ross Instructor (CRI) and Certified Visual Arts Teacher with a Master’s Degree in Studio Art. After over a decade of teaching art in elementary schools, Lauren saw first hand the beautiful and uninhibited way children explore the world through art. For them, there are truly no mistakes, just happy accidents.
In her work as a CRI, Lauren strives to create a similar environment for adults as she guides you through one of Ross’ signature paintings and teaches you the “wet on wet” painting technique. We all have important things to do, things that really matter: jobs, careers, family time, and much more. Lauren helps you and your guests relax, let it go, and feel the joy of painting as you create your very own Bob Ross inspired worlds. You’ll hear her say, “However you paint it is exactly how it should be. In these worlds nothing has to matter.”
“This is not something you should labor over or worry about. Enjoy it. If painting does nothing else, it should make you happy.”
— Bob Ross
“All you need to paint is a few tools, a little instruction, and a vision in your mind.” - Bob Ross
Anyone can paint even if they’ve never painted before. Lauren provides all of the tools, instruction, and pep talks needed! Many first time painters have come to sessions doubting their abilities; and each time Lauren sends them home smiling and holding a painting they feel proud of.
“I love being able to provide new experiences for people. I am always inspired by first time painters because the act of trying something new is so much harder than painting a picture. The best part of my work as a CRI is watching as a painter’s skills and confidence grows, whether it’s the first time or the 100th time they’ve painted!” - Lauren