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Landscape Artist of the Year
2015 - 2024 6.8 (4 votes) 9 Seasons
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Sky Arts

Landscape Artist of the Year

Overview

It is a nationwide search to find the best landscape artist. Filmed at picturesque locations around the UK, contestants paint National Trust properties for a chance to win a £10,000 commission for a British institution's permanent collection. Through several rounds, winners are selected to advance to the semifinal, and then to the final. Judging the competition are British art historian Kate Bryan, independent curator Kathleen Soriano, and award-winning artist Tai-Shan Schierenberg.

Key Crew

Producer: Rocio Cano

Director: Southan Morris

Top Cast

Kate Bryan
Kate Bryan

Judge

Kathleen Soriano
Kathleen Soriano

Judge

Joan Bakewell
Joan Bakewell

Presenter

Tai Shan Schierenberg
Tai Shan Schierenberg

Judge

Seasons

Season 1 (2015)

No overview available.

9 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Episode 1
2015-10-06

Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner are joined by judges Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan to find the nation's best landscape painter.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 2: Episode 2
2015-10-13

The contestants set up their easels at Trelissick on the Fal Estuary in Cornwall as they attempt to impress judges Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano and Kate Bryan.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 3: Episode 3
2015-10-20

Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner welcome the artists to Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire, where they have six hours to paint the French Renaissance-style chateau.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 4: Episode 4
2015-10-27

Hosts Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell welcome the artists to Lyme Park, Cheshire, where they have four hours to paint the stunning views of the 1,300 acre estate.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 5: Episode 5
2015-11-03

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire, where they will have four hours to paint the stunning parterre.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 6: Episode 6
2015-11-10

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell return to Trelissick in Cornwall to challenge a fresh group of artists to paint the breathtaking views of the 300-acre estate.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 7: Episode 7
2015-11-17

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell present the semi-final from Potters Fields Park, London, where the artists are challenged to paint views of Tower Bridge and the City.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 8: Episode 8
2015-11-24

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell present the final from Stourhead in Wiltshire, where one artist will be declared the Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2015.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 9: Episode 9
2015-12-01

The series concludes by following the winner of Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2015 as they as they paint the evocative landscape of Flatford in Suffolk.

Runtime: 45 min
Season 2 (2016)

No overview available.

9 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Scotney Castle
2016-10-11

Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell search for a new star landscape artist as contestants capture National Trust properties across the country, starting at Scotney Castle, Kent.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 2: Wray Castle
2016-10-18

The competition continues as hosts Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell welcome eight new artists and 50 wildcard entries to the stunning Wray Castle in Cumbria.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 3: Stowe
2016-10-25

Eight new artists and a host of wildcard entries attempt to capture the picture-perfect views of Stowe in Buckinghamshire. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 4: Scotney Castle
2016-11-01

The competition moves to Kent, where eight new artists and a host of wildcard entries attempt to capture the stunning countryside views of Scotney Castle.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 5: Wray Castle
2016-11-08

Eight new artists and a host of wildcard entries attempt to capture the picture-perfect views of Wray Castle, Cumbria. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 6: Stowe
2016-11-15

The competition moves to Stowe, Buckinghamshire, where the artists attempt to capture views of the stunning country house and gardens. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 7: Margate Harbour - Semi-Final
2016-11-22

It's the semi-final and the artists set up their easels at Margate harbour, where they attempt to capture the stunning coastline views. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 8: Loch Ness
2016-11-29

It's the final and the artists arrive in Loch Ness to capture the beauty of the Scottish Highlands before Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell announce the winner

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 9: Petworth House - Final
2016-12-06

This special film joins the Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2016 winner at Petworth to take a look at their journey through the competition and their remarkable work.

Runtime: 45 min
Season 3 (2017)

No overview available.

9 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Knaresborough Castle Bowling Green
2017-10-18

Hosts Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner launch a nationwide search for the Landscape Artist of the Year 2017 as contestants paint iconic locations across the country.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 2: South Gare Steelworks
2017-10-25

A new group of artists are challenged to paint the world-famous steelworks at South Gare, near the mouth of the River Tees. Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell host.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 3: Rhossili Beach
2017-11-01

A new group of artists arrive at Rhossili Bay on the southwestern tip of the Gower Peninsula in Swansea, and attempt to capture the striking scene on canvas.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 4: Knaresborough Viaduct
2017-11-08

Joan Bakewell and Frank Skinner welcome a new group of artists to Knaresborough, where they are challenged to paint the striking views of the historic viaduct.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 5: Paddy's Hole
2017-11-15

The competition heads to Paddy's Hole, South Gare, where Frank Skinner and Joan Bakewell invite a new group of artists to capture the striking harbour scene.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 6: Worm's Head
2017-11-22

The last of the heats takes place in Worm's Head, Wales, where the artists have just four hours to capture the stunning coastal scene on canvas.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 7: Semi-Final
2017-11-29

The remaining artists compete for a place in next week's final as they aim to impress the judges with their landscapes of the Hop Shop lavender farm in Kent.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 8: Final
2017-12-06

t's the final and the three remaining artists capture the landscape of Winkworth Arboretum in Surrey, before one is crowned Landscape Artist of the Year 2017.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 9: Winner's Film
2017-12-10

This special film follows the winner of Landscape Artist of the Year 2017 to Jamaica, where they will paint the breathtaking view from Noel Coward's home, Firefly.

Runtime: 45 min
Season 4 (2018)

No overview available.

9 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Fountains Abbey
2018-10-16

Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell search for the country's best landscape artist. The competition begins in Yorkshire, where the contestants attempt to paint Fountains Abbey.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 2: Viking Bay
2018-10-23

Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Viking Bay in Kent, where they are challenged to paint the picturesque stretch of coastline.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 3: Loch Fyne
2018-10-30

Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome a new group of artists to Scotland's Loch Fyne, where they attempt to capture the stunning landscape on canvas.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 4: Studley Royal Water Garden
2018-11-06

In this fourth heat, Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome eight artists to the Georgian water gardens of Studley Royal Park in North Yorkshire.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 5: Broadstairs
2018-11-13

Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome eight artists to Broadstairs beach, where they have just four hours to create an artwork that will impress the judges.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 6: Inveraray Castle
2018-11-20

Eight artists are challenged to paint the picturesque and historic Inveraray Castle on the shore of Loch Fyne in Scotland. Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell host.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 7: Semi-Final: Felixstowe Docks
2018-11-27

Stephen Mangan and Joan Bakewell welcome the semi-finalists to the port of Felixstowe, where they have just four hours to paint their way into next week's final.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 8: Final: Greenwich Park
2018-12-04

The three finalists have just four hours to capture the stunning landscape of Greenwich Park, before the judges crown the Landscape Artist of the Year 2018.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 9: The Winning Commission
2018-12-11

The winner of the Landscape Artist of the Year 2018 begins a special commission from the Imperial War Museum to mark the centenary of the First World War Armistice.

Runtime: 45 min
Season 5 (2019)

No overview available.

9 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Plymouth: Smeaton's Tower
2019-10-15

Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan return with the search for the nation's best landscape painter, starting at Smeaton's Tower in Plymouth.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 2: Herstmonceux Observatory
2019-10-22

The contestants' next challenge takes them to the picturesque grounds of Herstmonceux Observatory in East Sussex. Presented by Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 3: Gateshead Millennium Bridge
2019-10-29

The contestants head to the banks of the River Tyne, where they have to paint a scene featuring Gateshead Millennium Bridge. Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan present.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 4: Herstmonceux Castle
2019-11-05

The contestants head to Herstmonceux Castle in East Sussex, hoping to capture the historic splendour of one of the oldest buildings still standing in Britain.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 5: Gateshead Tyne Bridge
2019-11-12

In the fifth heat, eight artists head to Tyneside to capture its industrial heritage with an artwork inspired by the Gateshead Tyne Bridge.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 6: Plymouth: Drake's Island
2019-11-19

The artists create seascapes of Plymouth Sound and its enchanting Drake Island. The semi-final is near, so they need to wow the judges.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 7: Semi-Final: Cromarty
2019-11-26

The judges have chosen the semi-finalists. Joined by the wildcard winner, they're at the banks of the Firth of Cromarty for another challenge.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 8: Final
2019-12-03

The artists must impress the judges in their toughest challenge yet - a night painting of the Battersea Power Station for the the contest's grand final.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 9: Winner's Film
2019-12-10

Join this year's winner on an exciting trip to Venice, as they set out to complete a £10,000 commission for the Royal Institute of British Architects.

Runtime: 45 min
Season 7 (2022)

No overview available.

10 episodes

Episodes
Episode 1: Eden Project Biomes
2022-01-12

With an emphasis on our endangered environment, this year's competition begins as competitors visit the spectacular Eden Project.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 2: Compton Verney Grounds
2022-01-19

The competition continues as the competitors venture to Compton Verney, the park where art and nature meet.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 3: Whistable Harbour
2022-01-26

The competition continues as contestants travel to Whitstable Harbour in Kent, a picturesque harbour steeped in history.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 4: Eden Project Gardens
2022-02-02

The contestants revisit the extraordinary Eden Project, this time looking to capture the grandiose of the outdoor gardens.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 5: Compton Verney House
2022-02-09

The competition revisits Compton Verney as the artists bid to impress the judges in the fifth and final heat.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 6: Forth Bridge Semi Final
2022-02-16

Places in the final are at a premium; the five heat winners and wildcard winner must impress to secure safe passage to the final.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 7: Levens Hall Final
2022-02-23

The Lake District awaits the three remaining artists who have one final opportunity to wow the judges in 2022's grand finale.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 8: Winners Film
2022-03-02

The victor of the 2022 competition expresses their artistic prowess through capturing a spectacular location in paint.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 9: Celebrity Special
2022-03-02

Artists take to the town of Whitstable as six celebrities including Jordan Stephens and Rose Matafeo submit their own entries.

Runtime: 45 min
Episode 10: Best Of
2022-03-09

Discover the best moments from this year's competition, which saw more hopefuls go head-to-head to be crowned Sky Arts' Landscape Artist of the Year.

Runtime: 45 min

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