| The Magic of Oil Painting | |
|---|---|
| Starring | Bill Alexander |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| Release | |
| Original network | PBS |
| Original release | 1974 – 1982 |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows | The Joy of Painting |
| External links | |
| Website | |
The Magic of Oil Painting is an American half-hour instructional television show hosted by painter Bill Alexander which ran from 1974 until 1982 on PBS. In each episode, Alexander taught techniques for landscape oil painting, completing a painting in each session. The show is known for inspiring The Joy of Painting hosted by Bob Ross.