Portrait Artist Of The Year

Portrait Artist Of The Year

Continuing First aired 02/Nov/2025 AU English 13 season(s) 131 episode(s)
Hosted by award winning actor Miranda Tapsell and beloved comedian Luke McGregor, this captivating eight-part art competition series explores one of the most accessible and provocative forms of art - the portrait.

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Season 12 · 2025
12 episode(s) · Air date: 01/Oct/2025
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S12E8
Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke, Tim Peake
Air date: 19/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 46 min
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The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of celebrity sitters Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke and Tim Peake.

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The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of celebrity sitters Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke and Tim Peake.

S12E7
Jacob Collier, Fatiha El-Ghorri, Jack Dee
Air date: 12/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 46 min
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The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of celebrity sitters Jacob Collier, Fatiha El-Ghorri and Jack Dee.

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The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of celebrity sitters Jacob Collier, Fatiha El-Ghorri and Jack Dee.

S12E5
Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley, Emily Atack
Air date: 29/Oct/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
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Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley and Emily Atack as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.

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Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley and Emily Atack as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.

S12E4
Adjoa Andoh, Cat Burns, Clara Amfo
Air date: 22/Oct/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 46 min
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Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters Adjoa Andoh, Cat Burns and Clara Amfo as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.

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Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters Adjoa Andoh, Cat Burns and Clara Amfo as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.

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S11E11
Winner's Film
Air date: 18/Dec/2024 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The eleventh season Portrait Artist of The Year winner undertakes a £10,000 prize commission of television presenter Lorraine Kelly for the Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh.

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The eleventh season Portrait Artist of The Year winner undertakes a £10,000 prize commission of television presenter Lorraine Kelly for the Scottish National Portrait Gallery in Edinburgh.

S11E10
Andy Serkis And Lorraine Ashbourne
Air date: 11/Dec/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The final of the eleventh season moves to a film studio in London with the three finalists creating a dual portrait of married actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne in costume. The judges will select the seasons winner.

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The final of the eleventh season moves to a film studio in London with the three finalists creating a dual portrait of married actors Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne in costume. The judges will select the seasons winner.

S11E8
Rebecca Taylor, Emma Thynn, Dr. Karan Rajan
Air date: 27/Nov/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Nine artists compete in a portrait challenge, capturing likenesses of musician Self Esteem, model Emma Thynn, and surgeon Dr. Karan Rajan at London's Battersea Arts Centre in the season's final heat.

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Nine artists compete in a portrait challenge, capturing likenesses of musician Self Esteem, model Emma Thynn, and surgeon Dr. Karan Rajan at London's Battersea Arts Centre in the season's final heat.

S11E7
Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud, Martha Kearney
Air date: 20/Nov/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The seventh heat of the eleventh season from the Battersea Arts Centre in London sees 9 artists creating portraits of journalist/broadcaster Martha Kearney, designer/writer/presenter Kevin McCloud and former model/activist Heather Mills.

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The seventh heat of the eleventh season from the Battersea Arts Centre in London sees 9 artists creating portraits of journalist/broadcaster Martha Kearney, designer/writer/presenter Kevin McCloud and former model/activist Heather Mills.

Season 10 · 2023
11 episode(s) · Air date: 11/Oct/2023
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S10E9
Joan Bakewell
Air date: 06/Dec/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The final of the tenth season features the three finalists creating a portrait of broadcaster, author and presenter of Artist of the Year Joan Bakewell. The judges will select the seasons winner who will receive a £10,000 prize commission.

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The final of the tenth season features the three finalists creating a portrait of broadcaster, author and presenter of Artist of the Year Joan Bakewell. The judges will select the seasons winner who will receive a £10,000 prize commission.

S10E8
Emma Bunton
Air date: 29/Nov/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The semi-final of the tenth season features the seven heat winning artists and one surprise addition, creating portraits of singer, songwriter and media personality Emma Bunton. The judges will select the seasons three finalists.

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The semi-final of the tenth season features the seven heat winning artists and one surprise addition, creating portraits of singer, songwriter and media personality Emma Bunton. The judges will select the seasons three finalists.

S10E7
Joe Sugg, Daryl McCormack, Lenny Rush
Air date: 22/Nov/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The 7th heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of social media creator and reality television contestant Joe Sugg, actor Daryl McCormack and actor/television presenter Lenny Rush.

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The 7th heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of social media creator and reality television contestant Joe Sugg, actor Daryl McCormack and actor/television presenter Lenny Rush.

S10E6
Josh Widdicombe, Nicky Spence, Shirley Ballas
Air date: 15/Nov/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The 6th heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of comedian/actor/presenter Josh Widdicombe, tenor Nicky Spence and dancer/television personality Shirley Ballas.

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The 6th heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of comedian/actor/presenter Josh Widdicombe, tenor Nicky Spence and dancer/television personality Shirley Ballas.

S10E5
Nigel Havers, Mishal Husain, Vanessa Kingori
Air date: 08/Nov/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The 5th heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of actor/presenter Nigel Havers, news reader/journalist Mishal Husain and business person Vanessa Kingori OBE.

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The 5th heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of actor/presenter Nigel Havers, news reader/journalist Mishal Husain and business person Vanessa Kingori OBE.

S10E4
Sue Barker, Alan Titchmarsh, Philippa Perry
Air date: 01/Nov/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Guests Sue Barker, Alan Titchmarsh, and Philippa Perry strike a pose as this week's sitters as the painters put their artistic flair to the test to immortalise the three famous faces on canvas.

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Guests Sue Barker, Alan Titchmarsh, and Philippa Perry strike a pose as this week's sitters as the painters put their artistic flair to the test to immortalise the three famous faces on canvas.

S10E3
Rory Stewart, Ainsley Harriott, Rob Delaney
Air date: 25/Oct/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The 3rd heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of academic/diplomat/author/broadcaster/former soldier/former politician Rory Stewart, chef/television presenter Ainsley Harriott and comedian/actor/writer Rob Delaney.

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The 3rd heat of the 10th season features 9 artists creating portraits of academic/diplomat/author/broadcaster/former soldier/former politician Rory Stewart, chef/television presenter Ainsley Harriott and comedian/actor/writer Rob Delaney.

S10E2
Jay Rayner, Nihal Arthanayake, Susanna Reid
Air date: 18/Oct/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The 2nd heat of the tenth season from the Battersea Arts Centre features 9 artists creating portraits of radio and TV presenter Nihal Arthanayake, journalist and food critic Jay Rayner and television presenter and journalist Susanna Reid.

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The 2nd heat of the tenth season from the Battersea Arts Centre features 9 artists creating portraits of radio and TV presenter Nihal Arthanayake, journalist and food critic Jay Rayner and television presenter and journalist Susanna Reid.

S10E1
Richard Curtis, Emma Freud, Fleur East
Air date: 11/Oct/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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In the first heat, a new crop of artists look to make a strong impression with the judges by making a portrait of one of three familiar faces, featuring Richard Curtis, Emma Freud, and Fleur East.

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In the first heat, a new crop of artists look to make a strong impression with the judges by making a portrait of one of three familiar faces, featuring Richard Curtis, Emma Freud, and Fleur East.

Season 9 · 2022
12 episode(s) · Air date: 05/Oct/2022
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S9E2
Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera
Air date: 12/Oct/2022 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera: The search continues as the artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition.

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Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera: The search continues as the artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition.

Season 8 · 2021
12 episode(s) · Air date: 13/Oct/2021
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S8E8
Ian Hislop, Emma Dabiri, Daniel Mays
Air date: 01/Dec/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint journalist Ian Hislop, author Emma Dabiri, and actor Daniel Mays. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint journalist Ian Hislop, author Emma Dabiri, and actor Daniel Mays. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E7
Chris Packham, Arlene Phillips, Ali Jawad
Air date: 24/Nov/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint naturalist Chris Packham, choreographer Arlene Phillips, and powerlifter Ali Jawad. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint naturalist Chris Packham, choreographer Arlene Phillips, and powerlifter Ali Jawad. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E6
David Olusoga, Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Sergei Polunin
Air date: 17/Nov/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint historian David Olusoga, scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock, and ballet dancer Sergei Polunin. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint historian David Olusoga, scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock, and ballet dancer Sergei Polunin. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E5
Kelly Macdonald, Hugh Skinner, Polly Walker
Air date: 10/Nov/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint actress Kelly Macdonald, actor Hugh Skinner, and actress Polly Walker. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint actress Kelly Macdonald, actor Hugh Skinner, and actress Polly Walker. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E4
Celeste, Lydia West, Alastair Campbell
Air date: 03/Nov/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint singer-songwriter Celeste, actress Lydia West, and journalist Alastair Campbell. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint singer-songwriter Celeste, actress Lydia West, and journalist Alastair Campbell. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E3
Alexa Chung, Nish Kumar, Philip Glenister
Air date: 27/Oct/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint author Alexa Chung, comedian Nish Kumar, and actor Philip Glenister. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint author Alexa Chung, comedian Nish Kumar, and actor Philip Glenister. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E2
Gyles Brandreth, Karen Gibson, Sophie Cookson
Air date: 20/Oct/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint actor and presenter Gyles Brandreth, conductor Karen Gibson, and actress Sophie Cookson. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint actor and presenter Gyles Brandreth, conductor Karen Gibson, and actress Sophie Cookson. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S8E1
Gabrielle, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Grace Neutral
Air date: 13/Oct/2021 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint singer Gabrielle, actor Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, and television presenter Grace Neutral. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint singer Gabrielle, actor Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, and television presenter Grace Neutral. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

Season 7 · 2020
11 episode(s) · Air date: 14/Oct/2020
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S7E8
Episode 7
Air date: 02/Dec/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint actor and director Kwame Kwei-Armah, Olympic rower Dame Katherine Grainger and maître d'hôtel Fred Sirieix. Stephen Mangan presents.

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The contestants are challenged to paint actor and director Kwame Kwei-Armah, Olympic rower Dame Katherine Grainger and maître d'hôtel Fred Sirieix. Stephen Mangan presents.

S7E3
Episode 3
Air date: 28/Oct/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint author Deborah James, actor Eamonn Walker and presenter Melanie Sykes. Stephen Mangan presents.

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The contestants are challenged to paint author Deborah James, actor Eamonn Walker and presenter Melanie Sykes. Stephen Mangan presents.

S7E2
Episode 2
Air date: 21/Oct/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint journalist Trevor McDonald, actress Mirren Mack and drag queen The Vivienne. Stephen Mangan presents.

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The contestants are challenged to paint journalist Trevor McDonald, actress Mirren Mack and drag queen The Vivienne. Stephen Mangan presents.

S7E1
Episode 1
Air date: 14/Oct/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint actor Ncuti Gatwa, British peeress and socialite Lady Glenconner, and actress Fay Ripley. Stephen Mangan presents.

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The contestants are challenged to paint actor Ncuti Gatwa, British peeress and socialite Lady Glenconner, and actress Fay Ripley. Stephen Mangan presents.

Season 6 · 2020
11 episode(s) · Air date: 21/Jan/2020
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S6E9
Elaine Paige
Air date: 17/Mar/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The semi-final sees the remaining artists attempt to impress the judges with their portraits of musical theatre star Elaine Paige. Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell present.

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The semi-final sees the remaining artists attempt to impress the judges with their portraits of musical theatre star Elaine Paige. Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell present.

S6E8
Deborah Findlay, Wunmi Mosaku and Omid Djalili
Air date: 10/Mar/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The nine contestants are challenged to paint Deborah Findlay, Wunmi Mosaku and Omid Djalili. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The nine contestants are challenged to paint Deborah Findlay, Wunmi Mosaku and Omid Djalili. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S6E7
Ken Stott, Mike Leigh and Lydia Leonard
Air date: 03/Mar/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The nine contestants are challenged to paint actor Ken Stott, director Mike Leigh and actress Lydia Leonard. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The nine contestants are challenged to paint actor Ken Stott, director Mike Leigh and actress Lydia Leonard. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S6E6
Ricky Wilson, Adrian Dunbar and Zawe Ashton
Air date: 25/Feb/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The nine contestants are challenged to paint Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson, Line of Duty star Adrian Dunbar and actress Zawe Ashton. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present

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The nine contestants are challenged to paint Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson, Line of Duty star Adrian Dunbar and actress Zawe Ashton. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present

S6E5
John Cooper Clarke, Fearne Cotton and Haydn Gwynne
Air date: 18/Feb/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint poet John Cooper Clarke, TV presenter Fearne Cotton and actress Haydn Gwynne. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint poet John Cooper Clarke, TV presenter Fearne Cotton and actress Haydn Gwynne. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S6E4
Asim Chaudhry, Russell Tovey and Doreen Mantle
Air date: 11/Feb/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint comedian Asim Chaudhry, actor Russell Tovey and actress Doreen Mantle. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint comedian Asim Chaudhry, actor Russell Tovey and actress Doreen Mantle. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S6E3
Episode 3
Air date: 04/Feb/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint former Strictly judge Len Goodman, rapper Tinie Tempah and actress Harriet Walter. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint former Strictly judge Len Goodman, rapper Tinie Tempah and actress Harriet Walter. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S6E2
Episode 2
Air date: 28/Jan/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The contestants are challenged to paint DJ Trevor Nelson, actor and director Noel Clarke and former Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

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The contestants are challenged to paint DJ Trevor Nelson, actor and director Noel Clarke and former Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

S6E1
Episode 1
Air date: 21/Jan/2020 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Ready, set, paint! Nine eager artists get four hours to capture stars including Matthew Goode as this year's search begins. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

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Ready, set, paint! Nine eager artists get four hours to capture stars including Matthew Goode as this year's search begins. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

Season 5 · 2019
11 episode(s) · Air date: 12/Feb/2019
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S5E11
Winner's Film Tom Jones
Air date: 16/Apr/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Join this year's winner as they plan, paint and unveil their £10,000 commission of music legend Tom Jones for the National Museum of Wales. Last in the series.

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Join this year's winner as they plan, paint and unveil their £10,000 commission of music legend Tom Jones for the National Museum of Wales. Last in the series.

S5E10
Final - Laura Linney
Air date: 16/Apr/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The three remaining artists compete in the final, painting actress Laura Linney before the winner of the career-changing £10,000 commission is announced.

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The three remaining artists compete in the final, painting actress Laura Linney before the winner of the career-changing £10,000 commission is announced.

S5E9
Courtney Pine
Air date: 09/Apr/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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The semi-finalists battle for three spots in the series final as they paint jazz star Courtney Pine at Hackney's Round Chapel. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

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The semi-finalists battle for three spots in the series final as they paint jazz star Courtney Pine at Hackney's Round Chapel. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

S5E8
Jodie Comer, Daniel Lismore & Nick Moran
Air date: 02/Apr/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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It's brushes at the ready as nine more artists battle for the last spot in the semi-final. With Daniel Lismore, Jodie Comer and Nick Moran.

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It's brushes at the ready as nine more artists battle for the last spot in the semi-final. With Daniel Lismore, Jodie Comer and Nick Moran.

S5E7
Angela Griffin, Gina McKee & Jamael Westman
Air date: 26/Mar/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Nine more artists fight for a spot in the semi-final, getting just four hours to wow the judges with paintings of Angela Griffin, Gina McKee and Jamael Westman.

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Nine more artists fight for a spot in the semi-final, getting just four hours to wow the judges with paintings of Angela Griffin, Gina McKee and Jamael Westman.

S5E6
Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Adrian Lester & Nitin Sawhney
Air date: 19/Mar/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Nine more hopefuls get just four hours to make their mark on the judges as they paint Nitin Sawhney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Adrian Lester.

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Nine more hopefuls get just four hours to make their mark on the judges as they paint Nitin Sawhney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Adrian Lester.

S5E5
Georgina Campbell, Mark Gatiss & Tanni Grey-Thompson
Air date: 12/Mar/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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A new bunch of hopefuls pitch their easels as they bid to paint their way to the semi-finals. Mark Gatiss, Georgina Campbell and Tanni Grey-Thompson strike a pose.

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A new bunch of hopefuls pitch their easels as they bid to paint their way to the semi-finals. Mark Gatiss, Georgina Campbell and Tanni Grey-Thompson strike a pose.

S5E4
Anna Chancellor, Stephen Graham & Beverley Knight
Air date: 05/Mar/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Another spot in the semi-final is up for grabs as nine more fledgling Frida Kahlos get set to paint stars Anna Chancellor, Stephen Graham and Beverley Knight.

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Another spot in the semi-final is up for grabs as nine more fledgling Frida Kahlos get set to paint stars Anna Chancellor, Stephen Graham and Beverley Knight.

S5E3
Eddie Hall, Jodie Kidd & James Purefoy
Air date: 26/Feb/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Nine artists race the clock to capture Eddie Hall, Jodie Kidd and James Purefoy on canvas. Whose work will land them a spot in the semi-final? Let the judges decide.

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Nine artists race the clock to capture Eddie Hall, Jodie Kidd and James Purefoy on canvas. Whose work will land them a spot in the semi-final? Let the judges decide.

S5E2
David Gandy, Anne Reid & Ashley Walters
Air date: 19/Feb/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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David Gandy, Ashley Walters and Anne Reid strike a pose as nine more hopefuls bid to paint their way to the semi-final. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

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David Gandy, Ashley Walters and Anne Reid strike a pose as nine more hopefuls bid to paint their way to the semi-final. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

S5E1
Matthew Goode, Geraldine James and Andi Oliver
Air date: 12/Feb/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Ready, set, paint! Nine eager artists get four hours to capture stars including Matthew Goode as this year's search begins. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

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Ready, set, paint! Nine eager artists get four hours to capture stars including Matthew Goode as this year's search begins. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan host.

Season 4 · 2018
11 episode(s) · Air date: 16/Jan/2018
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S4E11
The Winner's Story
Air date: 20/Mar/2018 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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This special film follows the winner of Portrait Artist of the Year 2018 as they paint a commissioned portrait of Sex and the City actress Kim Cattrall.

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This special film follows the winner of Portrait Artist of the Year 2018 as they paint a commissioned portrait of Sex and the City actress Kim Cattrall.

S4E10
The Final: Emeli Sande
Air date: 20/Mar/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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It's the final and the portrait artists are challenged to paint multi award-winning singer-songwriter Emeli Sande before the judges pick a series winner.

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It's the final and the portrait artists are challenged to paint multi award-winning singer-songwriter Emeli Sande before the judges pick a series winner.

S4E9
Lily Cole, Simon Callow
Air date: 13/Mar/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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It's the semi-final and the remaining artists attempt to impress the judges with their portraits of this week's celebrity sitters - model Lily Cole and actor Simon Callow.

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It's the semi-final and the remaining artists attempt to impress the judges with their portraits of this week's celebrity sitters - model Lily Cole and actor Simon Callow.

S4E8
Meera Syal, Derek Jacobi, Kirsty Wark
Air date: 06/Mar/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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In the last of the heats, actress Meera Syal, star of stage and screen Sir Derek Jacobi and broadcaster Kirsty Wark sit for a new group of portrait artists.

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In the last of the heats, actress Meera Syal, star of stage and screen Sir Derek Jacobi and broadcaster Kirsty Wark sit for a new group of portrait artists.

S4E6
Kenneth Cranham, Claire Skinner, Sope Dirisu
Air date: 20/Feb/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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A new group of portrait artists attempt to capture the likeness of actors Kenneth Cranham, Claire Skinner and Sope Dirisu on canvas. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

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A new group of portrait artists attempt to capture the likeness of actors Kenneth Cranham, Claire Skinner and Sope Dirisu on canvas. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

S4E5
Elizabeth McGovern, Fiona Shaw, Kadeena Cox
Air date: 13/Feb/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Downton Abbey actress Elizabeth McGovern, Harry Potter film star Fiona Shaw and Paralympic gold medalist Kadeena Cox sit for a new group of portrait artists.

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Downton Abbey actress Elizabeth McGovern, Harry Potter film star Fiona Shaw and Paralympic gold medalist Kadeena Cox sit for a new group of portrait artists.

S4E4
Rachel Hunter, Stefanie Martini, Conleth Hil
Air date: 06/Feb/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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This week's famous sitters are model Rachel Hunter, actress Stefanie Martini and Game of Thrones star Conleth Hill as the portrait painting competition continues.

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This week's famous sitters are model Rachel Hunter, actress Stefanie Martini and Game of Thrones star Conleth Hill as the portrait painting competition continues.

S4E3
Ross Kemp, Freddie Fox, Vicky McClure
Air date: 30/Jan/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Investigative journalist Ross Kemp, actor Freddie Fox and Broadchurch star Vicky McClure strike a pose for a new group of portrait artists.

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Investigative journalist Ross Kemp, actor Freddie Fox and Broadchurch star Vicky McClure strike a pose for a new group of portrait artists.

S4E2
Noel Fielding, Reggie Yates, Daphne Selfe
Air date: 23/Jan/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Comedian Noel Fielding, TV presenter Reggie Yates and model Daphne Selfe are the celebrity sitters this week as a group of artists attempts to impress the judges.

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Comedian Noel Fielding, TV presenter Reggie Yates and model Daphne Selfe are the celebrity sitters this week as a group of artists attempts to impress the judges.

S4E1
David Tennant, Michaela Coel, James Morrison
Air date: 16/Jan/2018 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
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Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell search for a new star portrait artist. The celebrity sitters opening the series are David Tennant, Michaela Coel and James Morrison.

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Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell search for a new star portrait artist. The celebrity sitters opening the series are David Tennant, Michaela Coel and James Morrison.

Season 3 · 2017
9 episode(s) · Air date: 24/Jan/2017
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S3E9
Painting Graham Norton
Air date: 14/Mar/2017 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

This special film joins the Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2017 as they collect a £10,000 commission to paint broadcaster Graham Norton.

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This special film joins the Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2017 as they collect a £10,000 commission to paint broadcaster Graham Norton.

S3E8
Episode 8 - Final
Air date: 14/Mar/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

It's the final and the three remaining artists hope to impress the judges as they paint celebrity sitter Tom Courtenay and win a career-changing £10,000 commission.

Summary

It's the final and the three remaining artists hope to impress the judges as they paint celebrity sitter Tom Courtenay and win a career-changing £10,000 commission.

S3E7
Episode 7
Air date: 07/Mar/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The six heat winners arrive for the semi-final where celebrity sitter Imelda Staunton awaits. The pressure is on as only three artists will be chosen for the final.

Summary

The six heat winners arrive for the semi-final where celebrity sitter Imelda Staunton awaits. The pressure is on as only three artists will be chosen for the final.

S3E6
Episode 6
Air date: 28/Feb/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Broadcaster Adrian Chiles, actress Sian Phillips and actor Phil Davis sit for a group of portrait artists this week. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Summary

Broadcaster Adrian Chiles, actress Sian Phillips and actor Phil Davis sit for a group of portrait artists this week. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

S3E5
Episode 5
Air date: 21/Feb/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Musician Rick Wakeman, Hairy Biker Dave Myers and singer Katie Kissoon are the sitters awaiting a new group of portrait artists as the competition continues.

Summary

Musician Rick Wakeman, Hairy Biker Dave Myers and singer Katie Kissoon are the sitters awaiting a new group of portrait artists as the competition continues.

S3E4
Episode 4
Air date: 14/Feb/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Actor Trevor Eve, Fortitude star Parminder Nagra and author Ben Okri are the celebrity sitters this week as a new group of artists attempt to impress the judges.

Summary

Actor Trevor Eve, Fortitude star Parminder Nagra and author Ben Okri are the celebrity sitters this week as a new group of artists attempt to impress the judges.

S3E3
Episode 3
Air date: 07/Feb/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

James Norton, Raleigh Ritchie and Lesley Manville are the sitters as the artists compete for the £10,000 commission. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Summary

James Norton, Raleigh Ritchie and Lesley Manville are the sitters as the artists compete for the £10,000 commission. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

S3E2
Episode 2
Air date: 31/Jan/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

This week, the contestants paint celebrity sitters Sue Perkins, Richard E Grant and Nina Sosanya. But who will the judges send through to the next round?

Summary

This week, the contestants paint celebrity sitters Sue Perkins, Richard E Grant and Nina Sosanya. But who will the judges send through to the next round?

S3E1
Episode 1
Air date: 24/Jan/2017 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell launch a new search for a star portrait artist. The contestants will paint celebrity sitters as they hope to win the £10,000 prize.

Summary

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell launch a new search for a star portrait artist. The contestants will paint celebrity sitters as they hope to win the £10,000 prize.

Season 2 · 2014
9 episode(s) · Air date: 04/Sep/2014
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S2E9
Painting Alan Cumming
Air date: 30/Dec/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Join the 2014 winner as they plan, paint and unveil their £10,000 commission to paint actor Alan Cumming for the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

Summary

Join the 2014 winner as they plan, paint and unveil their £10,000 commission to paint actor Alan Cumming for the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.

S2E8
Episode 8
Air date: 23/Dec/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

It's crunch time as the three finalists get four nerve-wracking hours to paint The Hobbit actor Sir Ian McKellen. Who will the judges crown the competition winner?

Summary

It's crunch time as the three finalists get four nerve-wracking hours to paint The Hobbit actor Sir Ian McKellen. Who will the judges crown the competition winner?

S2E7
Episode 7
Air date: 16/Dec/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The seven semi-finalists battle for a place in the final by painting a double portrait of Richard Dawkins and Sally Hitchiner. With Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner.

Summary

The seven semi-finalists battle for a place in the final by painting a double portrait of Richard Dawkins and Sally Hitchiner. With Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner.

S2E6
Episode 6
Air date: 09/Dec/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Artists vie for the final place in the semi-final by painting Sharon Corr, The Divine Comedy's Neil Hannon and actor Colm Meaney in Dublin. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell.

Summary

Artists vie for the final place in the semi-final by painting Sharon Corr, The Divine Comedy's Neil Hannon and actor Colm Meaney in Dublin. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell.

S2E5
Episode 5
Air date: 02/Dec/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

In London, 12 artists attempt to impress the judges by capturing celebrities including Jilly Cooper and Daniel Roche. One contestant uses tapestry to depict Melvyn Bragg.

Summary

In London, 12 artists attempt to impress the judges by capturing celebrities including Jilly Cooper and Daniel Roche. One contestant uses tapestry to depict Melvyn Bragg.

S2E4
Episode 4
Air date: 25/Nov/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Frank Skinner, Joan Bakewell and the judges move the competition to Wales, where 12 gifted artists get just four hours to paint celebrities Non Evans Ade Adepitan and Greg Davies.

Summary

Frank Skinner, Joan Bakewell and the judges move the competition to Wales, where 12 gifted artists get just four hours to paint celebrities Non Evans Ade Adepitan and Greg Davies.

S2E3
Episode 3
Air date: 18/Nov/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Artists in Scotland paint Gary Kemp, Daniela Nardini and Ashley Jensen. An incredibly close heat means there's a twist in store. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell.

Summary

Artists in Scotland paint Gary Kemp, Daniela Nardini and Ashley Jensen. An incredibly close heat means there's a twist in store. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell.

S2E2
Episode 2
Air date: 11/Nov/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

More artists put their nerves and artistic flair to the test as they paint celebrities Julian Fellowes, Ronni Ancona and Helena Kennedy QC in Edinburgh. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell.

Summary

More artists put their nerves and artistic flair to the test as they paint celebrities Julian Fellowes, Ronni Ancona and Helena Kennedy QC in Edinburgh. With Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell.

S2E1
Episode 1
Air date: 04/Sep/2014 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell begin their hunt for the Portrait Artist of the Year. Heat one sees artists paint sitters Sol Campbell, John Humphrys and Maisie Williams against the clock.

Summary

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell begin their hunt for the Portrait Artist of the Year. Heat one sees artists paint sitters Sol Campbell, John Humphrys and Maisie Williams against the clock.

Season 1 · Season 1
8 episode(s) · Air date: 02/Nov/2025
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S1E8
Episode 8
Air date: 21/Dec/2025 · Runtime: 46 min
Summary

In the Grand Final, three outstanding artists; Jenny Croom, Dean Rankine and Jenna Pickering each have four hours to paint a portrait of adored comedy icon Denise Scott, each drawing on their unique approach to artmaking.

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In the Grand Final, three outstanding artists; Jenny Croom, Dean Rankine and Jenna Pickering each have four hours to paint a portrait of adored comedy icon Denise Scott, each drawing on their unique approach to artmaking.

S1E7
Episode 7
Air date: 14/Dec/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 48 min
Summary

The pressure is on as the winners of our heats are joined by a wildcard chosen by our judges. Seven talented artists return for the semi-final, each given 4 hours to capture the likeness and spirit of Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki.

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The pressure is on as the winners of our heats are joined by a wildcard chosen by our judges. Seven talented artists return for the semi-final, each given 4 hours to capture the likeness and spirit of Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki.

S1E6
Episode 6
Air date: 07/Dec/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 50 min
Summary

In the final heat, nine artists from across Australia have just four hours to create portraits of Muster Dogs season 1 winner Frank Finger and his dog Annie, actor Chloe Hayden and comedian Alex Lee.

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In the final heat, nine artists from across Australia have just four hours to create portraits of Muster Dogs season 1 winner Frank Finger and his dog Annie, actor Chloe Hayden and comedian Alex Lee.

S1E5
Episode 5
Air date: 30/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 49 min
Summary

In this heat, nine artists have four hours to create a portrait of a celebrity sitter: Paralympian Madison de Rozario OAM, TV and radio host Amanda Keller, and actor/comedian Matt Okine.

Summary

In this heat, nine artists have four hours to create a portrait of a celebrity sitter: Paralympian Madison de Rozario OAM, TV and radio host Amanda Keller, and actor/comedian Matt Okine.

S1E4
Episode 4
Air date: 23/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

This heat features nine artists from across the country. The sitters are comedian Rhys Nicholson, chef Adam Liaw, and radio/TV host Myf Warhurst.

Summary

This heat features nine artists from across the country. The sitters are comedian Rhys Nicholson, chef Adam Liaw, and radio/TV host Myf Warhurst.

S1E3
Episode 3
Air date: 16/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 49 min
Summary

Heat 3 features an array of unique talent, including the youngest and oldest artists in the competition. Celebrity sitters are Gardening Australia's Costa Georgiadis, comedian Celia Pacquola and actor Talijah Blackman-Corowa.

Summary

Heat 3 features an array of unique talent, including the youngest and oldest artists in the competition. Celebrity sitters are Gardening Australia's Costa Georgiadis, comedian Celia Pacquola and actor Talijah Blackman-Corowa.

S1E2
Episode 2
Air date: 09/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 50 min
Summary

Nine artists have 4 hours to create portraits of Drag Queen Courtney Act, Actor Mark Coles Smith and film critic Margaret Pomeranz, each with a personal item. The judges select a top 3, and 1 advances to the semi-final.

Summary

Nine artists have 4 hours to create portraits of Drag Queen Courtney Act, Actor Mark Coles Smith and film critic Margaret Pomeranz, each with a personal item. The judges select a top 3, and 1 advances to the semi-final.

S1E1
Episode 1
Air date: 02/Nov/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 50 min
Summary

Nine artists compete to create portraits of celebrity sitters including artist Ken Done, chef Maggie Beer and Yellow Wiggle Tsehay Hawkins. Using diverse techniques, they showcase creativity and skill in just four hours.

Summary

Nine artists compete to create portraits of celebrity sitters including artist Ken Done, chef Maggie Beer and Yellow Wiggle Tsehay Hawkins. Using diverse techniques, they showcase creativity and skill in just four hours.

Season 0 · Specials
2 episode(s) · Air date: 14/Jun/2023
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S0E2
Portrait Artist of the Decade
Air date: 04/Oct/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 66 min
Summary

In this special, the last nine winners return to the Battersea Arts Centre to paint one of Britain's best-loved personalities - in the space of just four hours.

Summary

In this special, the last nine winners return to the Battersea Arts Centre to paint one of Britain's best-loved personalities - in the space of just four hours.

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