Stephen Mangan and Sky Arts go in search for more Landscape artist talent

Production has begun on the 11th series of flagship Sky Arts series Landscape Artist of the Year…

The popular arts show, which continues to spotlight creative talent across the UK, will return with a brand-new expert as Eva Langret, Director of Frieze London, joins the judging panel for the first time.

Eva Langret:

“I’m honoured to join Landscape Artist of the Year, it’s a brilliant celebration of artistic practice and offers a unique lens on how we engage with our environment through creativity. I’ll be looking for bold ideas and work that pushes the boundaries of landscape art while demonstrating personal expression.”

Langret brings her extensive expertise and keen eye for contemporary art to the series. As Director of Frieze London, she has played a pivotal role in shaping one of the world’s most influential art fairs, championing emerging talent.

Prior to joining Frieze, she was Head of Programming at London’s Tiwani Contemporary, where she focused on artists from Africa and its diaspora and has curated widely across institutions and independent spaces. She is known for her sharp critical eye and commitment to platforming underrepresented voices in the art world. She joins long-standing judges Tai Shan Schierenberg and Kathleen Soriano.

Langret steps into the role following the departure of Kate Bryan, who, after a decade on the Landscape Artist of the Year judging panel, is stepping down to focus her energy on other projects, including her continuing role as a judge on Portrait Artist of the Year.

Kate Bryan:

“After ten incredible and memorable years on the show, it feels like the right moment to hand over the baton. It’s been a privilege to be part of something that means so much to so many people and to witness such extraordinary talent from the wildcards to the artists to the exceptional crew that make it all possible. Eva is a wonderful addition, and I can’t wait to see how the series evolves with fresh eyes on the panel. I am delighted to be still be continuing with Portrait Artist of the Year alongside my brilliant fellow judges, Tai and Kathleen.” 

Filming for Series 11, hosted by Stephen Mangan, started today and will take place across a range of stunning and historically rich UK locations, offering artists captivating new scenes to interpret. This year’s production locations include Dover Castle, Kent, The Lake District, Cumbria, The Thames from HMS Wellington, London, Dover Ferry Point, Kent, St James’s Park, London, The Ouse Valley Viaduct, West Sussex and The Falkirk Wheel, Scotland.

These picturesque settings will challenge contestants to capture the diverse beauty and character of Britain’s landscapes, from dramatic coastlines and bustling waterways to tranquil parks and architectural marvels. Series 11 promises to deliver more of the inspiring artistry, heartfelt stories, and expert critique that fans have come to love.

Phil Edgar-Jones, Executive Director of Unscripted at Sky: “We are excited to welcome Eva Langret to the show who will bring a whole new expert perspective. I’d like to thank Kate for a) opening up arts criticism to me and our millions of devoted Landscape Artist of the Year viewers, b) looking windswept and interesting at all the sunny and not so sunny locations she’s travelled to as a brilliant judge on the show, and c) being a total delight to work with. Kate is a real expert in her field – she wears it lightly and communicates brilliantly, opening up the visual arts in an intelligent and accessible way. The Landscapes will miss her, but luckily for us she’ll continue to lend us her eyes and ears on Portrait Artist of the Year for which we are grateful.”

In other Sky production news today Sky Kids has commissioned My Friend Maisy, a brand-new 2D animated preschool series, from BBC Studios and Trustbridge Entertainment, based on the bestselling books by Lucy Cousins.

Landscape Artist of the Year will air on Sky Arts, Freeview and streaming service NOW in 2026.