The search for Britain's next great portrait painter is back on Sky Arts. In *Portrait Artist of the Year*, talented artists from across the country gather to compete under intense pressure. Each week, they have just four hours to capture the likeness and character of a well-known celebrity sitter, using mediums from oil paint to charcoal. An esteemed panel of judges scrutinizes every brushstroke, looking for technical skill and a unique artistic voice. The ultimate winner receives a prestigious commission to paint a major public figure for a national institution. season 12 is currently running sign up for a reminder. It’s a fascinating look into the creative process and the challenge of capturing a soul on canvas for both aspiring artists and art lovers.
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Portrait Artist of the Year is a popular competition series on Sky Arts where talented artists from around the UK compete to paint portraits of famous sitters. In season 12, contestants face new challenges and showcase their creativity under time pressure, hoping to impress a panel of expert judges. Each episode features different celebrity guests who pose for the artists, making every round unique and exciting. Viewers get an inside look at various painting techniques and artistic styles while following each artist’s journey through triumphs and setbacks. The winner receives a prestigious commission that can launch their career in portraiture. Season 12 is currently running sign up for a reminder so you don’t miss any episodes or inspiring moments from this year’s group of gifted painters.
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Artists from the UK and Ireland compete by creating portraits of famous people.
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