Grayson's Art Club 2
2021-02-26 | Documentary | 6 episodes4 Seasons
Episode
Episode 1 (2021)
Turner prize-winning artist Grayson Perry and Philippa Perry are joined by musician and artist Boy George, who creates an artwork inspired by family, which is this week's theme. Grayson and Boy George then select their favourite public art submissions of the week. Grayson also meets photographer David Bailey, who talks about his passion for painting, and artist Yinka Illori, whose work fuses stories from his British and Nigerian heritage. Plus, a special contribution from guests including Harry Hill.
Episode 2 (2021)
Grayson and Philippa Perry are joined by actor Russell Tovey, who makes an artwork on the theme of the week - which is nature - and talks about his passion for contemporary art. Grayson and Russell also choose their favourites from the public submissions to this episode. The Turner Prize-winner also talks to celebrated land artist Andy Goldsworthy, who's been creating art during lockdown on his farm in Scotland, and to Polly Morgan, who is renowned for her artworks that feature taxidermy.
Episode 3 (2021)
Grayson and Philippa Perry are joined by TV presenter Sue Perkins, who crafts an unusual work of art on the subject of food. Grayson also talks to Rose Wylie, who became an art world star in her seventies. There's a peek inside the studio of Lucy Sparrow, who uses felt to create colourful replicas of everyday food items, while comedian Mawaan Rizwan makes his own piece of food-related art. Plus, special guest Nigella Lawson helps choose the favourite public art submissions of the week.
Episode 4 (2021)
Grayson and Philippa Perry are joined by comedian and potter Johnny Vegas, who makes an artwork inspired by dreams - the theme of the week. There are special contributions from presenter Konnie Huq and musician Sophie Ellis-Bextor, a look inside the studio of Guyana-born British artist Frank Bowling, and a chat with Mary Stephenson, who paints playful dreamscapes and imaginary worlds. Plus, Grayson and Johnny choose their favourite public submissions of the week.
Episode 5 (2021)
Grayson and Philippa Perry are joined by actress Jane Seymour from her home in California, where she creates a piece of art on the theme of the week, which is work. Grayson also talks to Ryan Gander about his playful and thought-provoking artworks and takes a peek inside the studio of London painter Michaela Yearwood-Dan. Plus, special contributions from musician Lianne La Havas and comedian Tom Allen.
