Episodes
Plymouth: Smeaton's Tower
October 15, 2019
Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan return with the search for the nation's best landscape painter, starting at Smeaton's Tower in Plymouth.
Herstmonceux Observatory
October 22, 2019
The contestants' next challenge takes them to the picturesque grounds of Herstmonceux Observatory in East Sussex. Presented by Joan Bakewell and Stephen Mangan.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
October 29, 2019
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.
Herstmonceux Castle
November 5, 2019
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.
Gateshead Tyne Bridge
November 12, 2019
In the fifth heat, eight artists head to Tyneside to capture its industrial heritage with an artwork inspired by the Gateshead Tyne Bridge.
Plymouth: Drake's Island
November 19, 2019
The artists create seascapes of Plymouth Sound and its enchanting Drake Island. The semi-final is near, so they need to wow the judges.
Semi-Final: Cromarty
November 26, 2019
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.
Final
December 3, 2019
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.
Winner's Film
December 10, 2019
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.
