Landscape Artist of the Year

201510 seriesEntertainment / Factual
Available on Sky Arts
Sky Arts

It is a nationwide search to find the best landscape artist. Filmed at picturesque locations around the UK, contestants paint some of the UK's most spectacular scenery for a chance to win a £10,000 commission for the National Trust'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, and a variety of experts from the art world.

Scotney Castle: Episode Image
Episode 1Scotney Castle

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. (S2, ep 1)

Wray Castle: Episode Image
Episode 2Wray Castle

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. (S2, ep 2)

Stowe: Episode Image
Episode 3Stowe

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. (S2, ep 3)

Scotney Castle II: Episode Image
Episode 4Scotney Castle II

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. (S2, ep 4)

Wray Castle: Episode Image
Episode 5Wray Castle

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. (S2, ep 5)

Stowe II: Episode Image
Episode 6Stowe II

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. (S2, ep 6)

Margate Harbour: Episode Image
Episode 7Margate Harbour

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. (S2, ep 7)

Loch Ness: Episode Image
Episode 8Loch Ness

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. (S2, ep 8)

Petworth: Episode Image
Episode 9Petworth

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. (S2, ep 9)

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