Series synopsis
Beyond the Brush is an American documentary television series that premiered on March 18, 2026.
This series takes you on a journey through the ages of art, exploring the evolution of creativity across centuries. Each episode uncovers hidden secrets, personal struggles, and the cultural shifts that shaped history's greatest masterpieces. From the brushstrokes of genius to the untold stories behind the canvas, we reveal how every work of art holds far more than meets the eye.
Premise
This series takes you on a journey through the ages of art, exploring the evolution of creativity across centuries. Each episode uncovers hidden secrets, personal struggles, and the cultural shifts that shaped history's greatest masterpieces. From the brushstrokes of genius to the untold stories behind the canvas, we reveal how every work of art holds far more than meets the eye.
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | March 18, 2026 | April 1, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Scream Art historian Siân Walters and writer James Payne explore masterpieces, delving into the stories behind the canvas of the world's most famous paintings. They beginning with Edvard Munch's The Scream, uncovering how anxiety, raw emotion and the fragile, ever-decaying nature of his paintings came together to create one of the most haunting works in history. |
March 18, 2026 |
| 2 |
The Starry Night Siân Walters and James Payne explore Vincent van Gogh's The Starry Night, looking at how a turbulent mind, a bold vision, and a small view from an asylum window contributed to the creation of one of the most famous paintings in history. |
March 18, 2026 |
| 3 |
Saturn Devouring His Son Siân Walters and James Payne explore the story behind Francisco Goya's Saturn Devouring His Son, revealing a dark imagination, turbulent times and haunting visions of human nature. |
March 25, 2026 |
Production
Release
| First aired | March 18, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last aired | April 1, 2026 |
| Status | continue |