2019
Episodes
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.