Portrait Artist of The Year

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  • 2020
  • 12 Seasons
  • 8.3  (486)

Portrait Artist of the Year is a British television show produced by Storyvault Films in which portrait artists compete against each other to create the best portrait of a celebrity sitter. Each episode features three artists who have been selected from a large pool of applicants, all hoping to win the title of Portrait Artist of the Year.

The show is presented by comedian Frank Skinner, who brings his wit and humor to the proceedings. Skinner introduces the contestants and celebrity judges, provides commentary throughout each episode and engages in lighthearted banter with the artists as they work on their portraits. Skinner

Portrait Artist of The Year is a series that ran for 12 seasons (125 episodes) between March 31, 2020 and on Storyvault Films

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Episode 12
12. Episode 12
December 10, 2025
Stephen Mangan showcases the stand out moments from the show's twelfth series.
Episode 11
11. Episode 11
December 2, 2025
Stephen Mangan presents this final programme, where the worthy winner for this twelfth series of Portrait Artist of the Year embarks on their 10,000 pound prize commission to create a portrait of award-winning broadcaster and mathematician Professor Hannah Fry.
Episode 10
10. Episode 10
December 2, 2025
Stephen Mangan presents the final stage of the competition from a pared back Grand Hall of Battersea Arts Centre, London where only three artists are left in the running to become the twelfth Portrait Artist of the Year. It's all to play for with the artists being asked to produce a portrait of acclaimed actor Brian Cox.
Episode 9
9. Episode 9
November 26, 2025
Eight artists have progressed to the penultimate stage of the competition, and the stakes are high. Today's challenge features a brightly coloured set full of ornaments and props plus a special fluffy companion, all providing the artists a rich choice of colours and textures as they strive to capture the unmistakable charm of culinary legend Dame Mary Berry.
Episode 8
8. Episode 8
November 19, 2025
In this eighth and final heat, nine artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: astronaut Tim Peake, comedian and writer Jack Rooke and Royal Ballet Principal dancer, Reece Clarke. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
November 12, 2025
In this seventh heat, nine artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: comedians Jack Dee and Fatiha El Ghori and Musician Jacob Collier. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
November 4, 2025
In this sixth heat, nine artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: presenter Gabby Logan, journalist Beth Rigby, and former Boyzone star Shane Lynch. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
October 28, 2025
In this fifth heat, nine artists are challenged to make their mark with a portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: actors Max Beasley and Emily Attack, and DJ, Melvin Odoom. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
May 11, 2025
In this fourth heat, nine artists are challenged to produce breathtaking portraits of one of three celebrity sitters: Singer Songwriter, Cat Burns, Actress, Adjoa Ando and Broadcaster, Clara Amfo. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
October 14, 2025
In this third heat, nine artists are challenged to capture on canvas the portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: actor and singer Billy Porter, journalist Emma Barnett and presenter James May. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
July 10, 2025
In this second heat, nine artists are challenged to create a show-stopping portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: chef and presenter Si King, former rugby player Joe Marler and award- winning novelist Elif Shafak. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
September 30, 2025
In this first heat, nine artists are challenged to make their mark with a portrait of one of three celebrity sitters: rock star, Yungblud, Television presenter, Alex Jones and writer and actor, Kyla Harris. Only one artist will progress to the semi-final, but first they need to prove themselves to the judges: Tai Shan Schierenberg, Kathleen Soriano, and Kate Bryan.
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Where to Watch Portrait Artist of The Year
Portrait Artist of The Year is available for streaming on the Storyvault Films website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Portrait Artist of The Year on demand at Prime and Prime Video.
  • Premiere Date
    March 31, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (486)