Portrait Artist of the Year
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Sky Arts Running
12 Seasons · 126 Episodes · Premiered November 5, 2013
Portrait Artist of the Year is hosted by UK TV personalities Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner; an esteemed group of judges travel across the Europe in search of a new star in the art world. Each episode features a regional competition where artists are shortlisted and challenged to produce a portrait of one of three famous sitters. At the end of each round, the judges select an artist to go to the semifinal. The finalists will have their work displayed at the world-famous National Portrait Gallery in London and the winner will receive a £10,000 commission to paint a portrait which will become part of the permanent collection at the British Library.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
6 episodes
E01
London
Tue, Nov 5 2013 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner begin their search for the Portrait Artist of the Year in London, where artists are asked to paint stars such as actors Alison Steadman, Robert Lindsay and Juliet Stevenson.
E02
Glasgow
Tue, Nov 12 2013 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Frank Skinner, Joan Bakewell and the judges head to Glasgow as 21 competitors capture celebrity sitters including Game of Thrones actress Sophie Turner, actor John Hannah and Paralympian Michael Kerr.
E03
Dublin
Tue, Nov 19 2013 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell take the competition to Dublin where 21 artists hope to wow judges with portraits of actors Pauline McLynn, David Rawle and rapper Lethal Bizzle.
E04
Cardiff
Tue, Nov 26 2013 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The final tryout takes Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner to Wales where artists paint rugby player Gavin Henson, artist Lucian Freud's muse Sue Tilley and war veteran Simon Weston.
E05
Paris
Tue, Dec 3 2013 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The penultimate stage of the competition takes the four finalists to Paris where they have six hours to paint author and model Sophie Dahl.
E06
National Portrait Gallery
Tue, Dec 10 2013 8:00 PM GMT+0000
90 min
The finalists unveil one last portrait before the judges enter tense discussions over the winner. The portrait artist of the year is awarded a commission to paint writer Hilary Mantel.
Season 2
9 episodes
E01
Sol Campbell, John Humphrys, Maisie Williams
Tue, Nov 4 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Season two premiere. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell begin their hunt for the next Portrait Artist of the Year. The first episode sees artists paint sitters including English footballer Sol Campbell, broadcaster John Humphrys and Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams.
E02
Julian Fellowes, Ronni Ancona, Helena Kennedy QC
Tue, Nov 11 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
More artists put their nerves and artistic flair to the test as they paint celebrities including Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes, actress Ronni Ancona and barrister Helena Kennedy QC in Edinburgh, Scotland.
E03
Gary Kemp, Daniela Nardini, Ashley Jensen
Tue, Nov 18 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Artists in Scotland paint stars such as Spandau Ballet's guitarist Gary Kemp and actresses Daniela Nardini and Ashley Jensen (Ugly Betty). An incredibly close heat means there's a twist in store.
E04
Non Evans, Ade Adepitan, Greg Davies
Tue, Nov 25 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Frank Skinner, Joan Bakewell and the judges move the competition to Wales, where 12 gifted artists get just four hours to paint celebrities including athlete Non Evans, Paralympian Ade Adepitan and comedian Greg Davies.
E05
Jilly Cooper, Daniel Roche, Melvyn Bragg
Tue, Dec 2 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
In London, 12 artists attempt to impress the judges by capturing celebrities including writer Jilly Cooper and actor Daniel Roche. One contestant uses tapestry to depict broadcaster Melvyn Bragg.
E06
Neil Hannon, Sharon Corr, Colm Meaney
Tue, Dec 9 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Artists vie for the final place in the semi-final by painting singers Neil Hannon and Sharon Corr, as well as actor Colm Meaney in Dublin.
E07
Richard Dawkins, Sally Hitchiner
Tue, Dec 16 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The seven semi-finalists battle for a place in the final by painting a double portrait of Professor Richard Dawkins and the Reverend Sally Hitchiner.
E08
Sir Ian McKellen
Tue, Dec 23 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
90 min
It is crunch time as the three finalists get four nerve-wracking hours to paint actor Sir Ian McKellen. The portrait artist of the year is awarded a commission to paint actor Alan Cumming.
E09
Alan Cumming
Tue, Dec 30 2014 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The final episode follows the winning artist painting the multi award-winning actor Alan Cumming. After three days of painting, the final portrait is revealed at a special reception at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
Season 3
9 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Tue, Jan 24 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E02
Episode 2
Tue, Jan 31 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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 of the competition?
E03
Episode 3
Tue, Feb 7 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
James Norton, Raleigh Ritchie and Lesley Manville are the celebrity sitters as the artists compete for the £10,000 commission. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.
E04
Episode 4
Tue, Feb 14 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Actor Trevor Eve, Fortitude star Parminder Nagra and author Ben Okri are the celebrity sitters.
E05
Episode 5
Tue, Feb 21 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E06
Episode 6
Tue, Feb 28 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E07
Episode 7
Tue, Mar 7 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E08
Episode 8
Tue, Mar 14 2017 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E09
Episode 9
Tue, Mar 14 2017 9:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
This special film joins the Sky Arts Portrait Artist of the Year 2017 winner to take a look at their journey through the competition and their stunning work
Season 4
11 episodes
E01
David Tennant, Michaela Coel, James Morrison
Tue, Jan 16 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E02
Noel Fielding, Reggie Yates, Daphne Selfe
Tue, Jan 23 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E03
Ross Kemp, Freddie Fox, Vicky McClure
Tue, Jan 30 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Investigative journalist Ross Kemp, actor Freddie Fox and Broadchurch star Vicky McClure strike a pose for a new group of portrait artists.
E04
Rachel Hunter, Stefanie Martini, Conleth Hil
Tue, Feb 6 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E05
Elizabeth McGovern, Fiona Shaw, Kadeena Cox
Tue, Feb 13 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E06
Kenneth Cranham, Claire Skinner, Sope Dirisu
Tue, Feb 20 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E07
Michael Ball, Robert Bathurst, Anita Rani
Tue, Feb 27 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Singer Michael Ball, actor Robert Bathurst and broadcaster Anita Rani are this week's celebrity sitters as the portrait painting competition continues.
E08
Meera Syal, Derek Jacobi, Kirsty Wark
Tue, Mar 6 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E09
Lily Cole, Simon Callow
Tue, Mar 13 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E10
Emeli Sande
Tue, Mar 20 2018 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E11
Kim Cattrall
Tue, Mar 20 2018 9:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
Season 5
11 episodes
E01
Matthew Goode, Geraldine James, Andi Oliver
Tue, Feb 12 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E02
David Gandy, Anne Reid, Ashley Walters
Tue, Feb 19 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Model David Gandy and actors 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.
E03
Eddie Hall, Jodie Kidd, James Purefoy
Tue, Feb 26 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E04
Anna Chancellor, Stephen Graham, Beverley Knight
Tue, Mar 5 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E05
Georgina Campbell, Mark Gatiss, Tanni Grey-Thompson
Tue, Mar 12 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The next 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.
E06
Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Adrian Lester, Nitin Sawhney
Tue, Mar 19 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E07
Angela Griffin, Gina McKee, Jamael Westman
Tue, Mar 26 2019 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E08
Jodie Comer, Daniel Lismore, Nick Moran
Tue, Apr 2 2019 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
It's brushes at the ready as nine more artists battle for the last spot in the semi-final. With designer Daniel Lismore and actors Jodie Comer and Nick Moran.
E09
Courtney Pine
Tue, Apr 9 2019 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E10
Final - Laura Linney
Tue, Apr 16 2019 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
It's crunch time as the finalists get four nerve-wrecking hours to paint Laura Linney at the National Portrait Gallery.
E11
Winner's Film Tom Jones
Tue, Apr 16 2019 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Season 6
11 episodes
E01
Asa Butterfield, Micky Flanagan, Anjli Mohindra
Tue, Jan 21 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan launch another talent search, with the first batch of contestants painting celebrity sitters Asa Butterfield, Micky Flanagan and Anjli Mohindra.
E02
Trevor Nelson, Noel Clarke and Ashley Roberts
Tue, Jan 28 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E03
Len Goodman, Tinie Tempah and Harriet Walter
Tue, Feb 4 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The contestants are challenged to paint former Strictly judge Len Goodman, rapper Tinie Tempah and actress Harriet Walter. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.
E04
Asim Chaudhry, Russell Tovey and Doreen Mantle
Tue, Feb 11 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The contestants are challenged to paint comedian Asim Chaudhry, actor Russell Tovey and actress Doreen Mantle. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.
E05
John Cooper Clarke, Fearne Cotton and Haydn Gwynne
Tue, Feb 18 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The contestants are challenged to paint poet John Cooper Clarke, TV presenter Fearne Cotton and actress Haydn Gwynne. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.
E06
Ricky Wilson, Adrian Dunbar and Zawe Ashton
Tue, Feb 25 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E07
Ken Stott, Mike Leigh, Lydia Leonard
Tue, Mar 3 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E08
Deborah Findlay, Wunmi Mosaku and Omid Djalili
Tue, Mar 10 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The nine contestants are challenged to paint Deborah Findlay, Wunmi Mosaku and Omid Djalili.
E09
Elaine Paige
Tue, Mar 17 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The semi-final sees the remaining artists attempt to impress the judges with their portraits of musical theatre star Elaine Paige
E10
Lemn Sissay
Tue, Mar 24 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The three remaining artists compete in the final, painting poet Lemn Sissay before the winner of the career-changing £10,000 commission is announced.
E11
Portrait Artist of the Year 2020: Nile Rodgers
Tue, Mar 31 2020 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Season 7
11 episodes
E01
Ncuti Gatwa, Lady Glenconner, Fay Ripley
Wed, Oct 14 2020 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E02
Trevor McDonald, Mirren Mack and the Vivienne
Wed, Oct 21 2020 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E03
Deborah James, Eamonn Walker and Melanie Sykes
Wed, Oct 28 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E04
Ray BLK, James Nesbitt and Pam Hogg
Wed, Nov 4 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E05
Robert Rinder, Katie Piper and Don Letts
Wed, Nov 11 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E06
Eddie Marsan, Sian Clifford and Paul Mescal
Wed, Nov 18 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E07
David Haig, Jordan Stephens and Jane Horrocks
Wed, Nov 25 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E08
Kwame Kwei-Armah, Dame Katherine Grainger and Fred Sirieix
Wed, Dec 2 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E09
Bernardine Evaristo
Wed, Dec 9 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E10
Eddie Izzard
Wed, Dec 16 2020 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition reaches its climax as the remaining artists attempt to capture the likeness of comedian, actor and political activist Eddie Izzard.
E11
Carlos Acosta
Wed, Dec 16 2020 9:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Following the winner as they complete a £10,000 commission to paint Carlos Acosta, director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, for a piece that will be exhibited at the Birmingham Art Gallery.
Season 8
12 episodes
E01
Gabrielle, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Grace Neutral
Wed, Oct 13 2021 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell return with the contest, as the first heat sees nine artists create portraits of singer Gabrielle, actor Jacob Fortune-Lloyd and model Grace Neutral. Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan judge their efforts.
E02
Gyles Brandreth, Karen Gibson, Sophie Cookson
Wed, Oct 20 2021 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition continues as the artists create portraits of Gyles Brandreth, Karen Gibson and Sophie Cookson, judged by Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan.
E03
Alexa Chung, Nish Kumar, Philip Glenister
Wed, Oct 27 2021 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The third heat sees contestants creating portraits of celebrity sitters Alexa Chung, Nish Kumar and Philip Glenister. Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan judge.
E04
Celeste, Lydia West, Alastair Campbell
Wed, Nov 3 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition continues as artists create portraits of sitters Celeste, Lydia West and Alastair Campbell, while Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan judge.
E05
Kelly Macdonald, Hugh Skinner, Polly Walker
Wed, Nov 10 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition continues as artists create portraits of Kelly Macdonald, Hugh Skinner and Polly Walker. Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan judge.
E06
David Olosuga, Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Sergei Polunin
Wed, Nov 17 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
David Olusoga, Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Sergei Polunin sit for the next batch of contenders, with Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan judging their efforts.
E07
Chris Packham, Arlene Phillips, Ali Jawad
Wed, Nov 24 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Chris Packham, Arlene Phillips sit for the next batch of contestants create portraits and present them to judges Kathleen Soriano, Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kate Bryan.
E08
Ian Hislop, Emma Dabiri, Daniel Mays
Wed, Dec 1 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E09
Nick Mason
Wed, Dec 8 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The semi-final sees the eight qualifying artists create portraits of Nick Mason of Pink Floyd and present them to the judges, with only three progressing to the grand final.
E10
Barry Humphries
Wed, Dec 15 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition reaches its climax as the remaining artists attempt to capture the likeness of comedian and actor Barry Humphries, before the winner is announced.
E11
Nicola Benedetti
Wed, Dec 22 2021 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Following the winner as they complete a £10,000 commission to paint violinist Nicola Benedetti for the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
E12
Best Of
Wed, Dec 22 2021 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Highlights of the eighth series of the competition to find the UK's most talented portrait artist.
Season 9
11 episodes
E01
Elizabeth Day, Khadija Mellah, Nick Grimshaw
Wed, Oct 5 2022 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The opening heat of 2022's search gets underway.
E02
Lulu, Alex Brooker, Phil Manzanera
Wed, Oct 12 2022 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The search continues as the artists create portraits to get the ball rolling in the second heat of 2022's competition.
E03
Suggs, Miquita Oliver, Eve Muirhead
Wed, Oct 19 2022 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E04
Bruno Tonioli, Yolanda Brown, Helen Sharman
Wed, Oct 26 2022 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition rolls on with the artists creating and presenting portraits to the judges.
E05
Dame Stella Rimington, Big Zuu, Alexis Ffrench
Wed, Nov 2 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition continues at full speed with the artists creating portraits for a new crop of celebrity guests.
E06
Jim Carter, Benjamin Zephaniah, Ellie Simmonds
Wed, Nov 9 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Three new celebrity guests stand before the artists as they produce portraits in a bid to catch the judges' eyes.
E07
Henning Wehn, Lemar, Candice Carty-Williams
Wed, Nov 16 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
A set of new celebrities enter the fore as the painters put their artistic flair to the test.
E08
Rebecca Ferguson
Wed, Nov 23 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The semi-final stage arrives as the contestants create portraits of the acclaimed singer Rebecca Ferguson
E09
Jonathan Van-Tam
Wed, Nov 30 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The contestants arrive at the final hurdle, tasked with creating portraits of the former Deputy Chief Medical Officer.
E10
Sir Lenny Henry
Wed, Dec 7 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The competition winner's £10,000 prize is to paint a portrait of Sir Lenny Henry for London's National Gallery's permanent collection.
E11
Best Of Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022
Wed, Dec 14 2022 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Look back on the best moments from the ninth season of Portrait Artist of the Year.
Season 10
11 episodes
E01
Richard Curtis, Emma Freud, Fleur East
Wed, Oct 11 2023 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell host the first heat of this year's competition from Battersea Art Centre, where a new crop of artists looks to impress the judges with a portrait of Richard Curtis, Emma Freud or Fleur East.
E02
Jay Rayner, Nihal Arthanayake, Susanna Reid
Wed, Oct 18 2023 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Nine more contestants take part in the second heat of the competition, where the celebrity sitters are Jay Rayner, Nihal Arthanayake and Susanna Reid.
E03
Rory Stewart, Ainsley Harriott, Rob Delaney
Wed, Oct 25 2023 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Nine more artists are challenged with creating portraits of one of celebrity sitters Rory Stewart, Ainsley Harriott and Rob Delaney.
E04
Sue Barker, Alan Titchmarsh, Philippa Perry
Wed, Nov 1 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
A set of new celebrities strike a pose as the painters put their artistic flair to the test.
E05
Nigel Havers, Mishal Husain, Vanessa Kingori
Wed, Nov 8 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Three new guests strike a pose as the artists produce portraits to catch the eye of the judges.
E06
Josh Widdicombe, Nicky Spence, Shirley Ballas
Wed, Nov 15 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Josh Widdicombe, Nicky Spence, Shirley Ballas: A set of new celebrities enter the fore as the painters put their artistic flair to the test.
E07
Joe Sugg, Daryl McCormack, Lenny Rush
Wed, Nov 22 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Nine contestants take part in the seventh heat of the competition at Battersea Arts Centre, where the celebrity sitters are Joe Sugg, Daryl McCormack and Lenny Rush.
E08
Emma Bunton
Wed, Nov 29 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The semi-final stage arrives as the contestants create portraits of Spice Girls star Emma Bunton, with only three artists progressing to the final.
E09
Joan Bakewell
Wed, Dec 6 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The final of the competition to find the UK's most talented portrait artist, with the programme's presenter Joan Bakewell sitting for the three contenders hoing to win the £10,000 commission to paint a portrait of conservationist Jane Goodall.
E10
The Winner's Story
Wed, Dec 6 2023 9:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Following the winner as they complete a £10,000 commission to paint conservationist Jane Goodall, which is then unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery.
E11
Best Of
Wed, Dec 13 2023 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Look back on the best moments from the tenth season of Portrait Artist of the Year.
Season 11
12 episodes
E01
Hannah Waddingham, Richard Madeley, Saskia Reeves
Wed, Oct 9 2024 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
To open this year's competition, we welcome actress, singer and all round national treasure Hannah Waddingham, along with veteran TV presenter Richard Madeley and Slow Horses star Saskia Reeves, to sit for our first round of artists.
E02
Cush Jumbo, Baaba Maal, Carly Paoli
Wed, Oct 16 2024 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
A fresh round of artists look to impress our judges in the second heat of this series, joined by this week's celebrity sitters - actress and star of The Good Wife Cush Jumbo, Senegalese singer and guitarist Baaba Mal, and classically trained singer Carly Paoli.
E03
Dan Snow, Layton Williams, Steven Frayne (Dynamo)
Wed, Oct 23 2024 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites artists to paint celebrity sitters Dan Snow, Layton Williams and Steven Frayne as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E04
Rosie Jones, Linton Kwesi Johnson, Andy Cole
Wed, Oct 30 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites artists to paint celebrity sitters Rosie Jones, Linton Kewsi Johnson and Andy Cole. Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E05
Lucy Worsley, Ricky Hatton, Musa Motha
Wed, Nov 6 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites artists to paint celebrity sitters Lucy Worsley, Ricky Hatton and Musa Motha as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E06
Jill Scott, Jimi Famurewa, Lyall Hakaraia
Wed, Nov 13 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites artists to paint celebrity sitters Jill Scott, Jimi Famurewa and Lyall Hakaraia as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E07
Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud, Martha Kearney
Wed, Nov 20 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites artists to paint celebrity sitters Heather Mills, Kevin McCloud and Martha Kearney. Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E08
Rebecca Taylor, Emma Thynn, Dr Karan Rajan
Wed, Nov 27 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The final heat sees Stephen Mangan inviting artists to paint celebrity sitters Rebecca Taylor, Emma Thynn and Karan Rajan as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge their efforts.
E09
Joely Richardson
Wed, Dec 4 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
E10
Lorraine Ashbourne & Andy Serkis
Wed, Dec 11 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
It's the grand final of the 2024 competition, where the top three finalists will battle for the title by capturing the essence of one of Britain's most iconic acting duos, Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. Once the paint has dried, our judges will crown this year's winner, who along with the prestigious title of Portrait Artist of the Year, will earn a £10,000 commission to create a portrait of renowned broadcaster Lorraine Kelly to be exhibited at National Galleries Scotland: Portrait – with our cameras following their creative process.
E11
The Winner's Story
Wed, Dec 11 2024 9:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Following the winner as they complete a £10,000 commission to paint a portrait of TV presenter Lorraine Kelly.
E12
Best of 2024
Wed, Dec 18 2024 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
A look back at the most memorable moments from the 11th series of the competition presented by Stephen Mangan.
Season 12
12 episodes
E01
Alex Jones, Yungblud, Kyla Harris
Wed, Oct 1 2025 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan returns with the competition to find the UK's most talented portrait artist, with Alex Jones, Yungblud and Kyla Harris the first celebrity sitters. Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the contestants' efforts.
E02
Si King, Elif Shafak, Joe Marler
Wed, Oct 8 2025 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites the artists to paint celebrity sitters Si King, Elif Shafak and Joe Marler as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E03
James May, Billy Porter, Emma Barnett
Wed, Oct 15 2025 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters James May, Billy Porter and Emma Barnett as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E04
Adjoa Andoh, Cat Burns, Clara Amfo
Wed, Oct 22 2025 7:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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.
E05
Melvin Odoom, Max Beesley, Emily Atack
Wed, Oct 29 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
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
E06
Shane Lynch, Gabby Logan, Beth Rigby
Wed, Nov 5 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters Shane Lynch, Gabby Logan and Beth Rigby as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts.
E07
Jacob Collier, Fatiha El-Ghorri, Jack Dee
Wed, Nov 12 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
The artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters - Jacob Collier, Fatiha El-Ghorri and Jack Dee
E08
Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke, Tim Peake
Wed, Nov 19 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan invites nine artists to paint celebrity sitters Jack Rooke, Reece Clarke and Tim Peake as Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judge the efforts
E09
Mary Berry
Wed, Nov 26 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan presents as the semi-finalists paint celebrity sitter Mary Berry, with Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan judging their efforts
E10
Brian Cox
Wed, Dec 3 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Stephen Mangan hosts as the three finalists paint actor Brian Cox, with the winner earning a £10,000 commision to create a portrait of mathematician and broadcaster Hannah Fry.
E11
Winner's Film
Wed, Dec 3 2025 9:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
Following the victorious contestant as they undertake a commission from the Royal Society to paint mathematician and broadcaster Hannah Fry.
E12
Best of 2025
Wed, Dec 10 2025 8:00 PM GMT+0000
60 min
A look back at the most memorable moments from the 12th series of the competition, featuring sitters including Tim Peake, Emily Atack, Mary Berry and Brian Cox.
Cast
Kathleen Soriano
as Judge
Kate Bryan
as Judge
Tai Shan Schierenberg
as Judge
Joan Bakewell
as Host
Stephen Mangan
as Host
Frank Skinner
as Host