1. A History of Art in Three Colours
Dr James Fox explores how, in the hands of artists, the colours gold, blue and white have stirred our emotions, changed the way we behave and even altered the course of history.
It has an average vote of 7 on TMDB.
2. The Art of Japanese Life
Dr James Fox looks at the art and culture of Japan.
It has an average vote of 8.7 on TMDB.
3. The High Art of the Low Countries
This 3 part series is presented by the British Art Critic, Andrew Graham-Dixon. He explores the Low Countries of the Netherlands and Belgium and how history has influenced the area's art, architecture and culture. Cloth was used in the area's first expression of art in the making of tapestries going back to the 14 th century. They were the No. 1 luxury item of the day. The Low Countries were well placed geographically for markets for their art.
4. Picasso: The Beauty and the Beast
His art changed the way we see the world - now change the way you see the artist. An unflinching look at Picasso's legacy, and the horror and brilliance of what he left behind. Family, friends and experts reassess the tumultuous artistic and personal life of Pablo Picasso, one of the greatest and most provocative artists of all time.
5. Civilisations
The story of art from the dawn of human history to the present day—for the first time on a global scale. Inspired by Civilisation, Kenneth Clark’s acclaimed landmark 1969 series about Western art, this series broadens the canvas to reveal the role art and the creative imagination have played across multiple cultures and civilizations.
It has an average vote of 7.8 on TMDB.
6. art21
Contemporary artists describe their work and discuss why and how they do it. The programs are grouped according to themes of place, spirituality, identity and consumption.</p><p></p><p>A PBS series, educational resource, archive, and history of contemporary art, Art21: Art in the Twenty-First Century premiered in 2001 and is now broadcast in over 50 countries worldwide. Premiering a new season every two years, Art21 is the only series on United States television to focus exclusively on contemporary visual art and artists.
It has an average vote of 2 on TMDB.
7. Arthouse
Channel 4 documentary series covering all branches of the arts.
8. Meraviglie. La penisola dei tesori (Meraviglie. La penisola dei tesori)
The beautiful Italy
It has an average vote of 9.5 on TMDB.
9. Inside Culture
How does the art we consume reflect the times we live in? A topical look at the latest film, TV, music, books and theatre - through the eyes of their creators and their audiences.
10. Portrait Artist of the Year
Artists from the UK and Ireland compete by creating portraits of famous people.
It has an average vote of 6.7 on TMDB.
11. Sensationalists: The Bad Girls and Boys of British Art
Rebellious, provocative and unapologetic. The Young British Artists crashed the 90s art scene, making Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst and others household names. This is their story.
It has an average vote of 9 on TMDB.
12. The Art Show
Travel the globe witnessing fascinating stories about art. You’ll see new artwork being made, meet artists in their studios and experience cultural treasures with experts.
13. Articulate
Articulate connects audiences to the human stories behind art, offering a trustworthy, visually stimulating, never ordinary take on classical, contemporary, and popular art forms. From acclaimed musicians and best-selling authors to designers changing the way we live, each episode explores what great creative thinkers and doers can tell us about who we are, who we’ve been, and who we might become.
14. Star Life (Star Life)
(Star Life)
It has an average vote of 10 on TMDB.
15. Painting With John
Part meditative tutorial, part fireside chat, each episode finds artist John Lurie ensconced at his worktable, where he hones his intricate watercolor techniques and shares his reflections on what he’s learned about life.
It has an average vote of 7.636 on TMDB.
16. The Phenomenon of Czech Glass (Fenomén českého skla)
The mythical properties of light in glass captivated not only Czech medieval culture. History of Czech glassmaking from centuries-old traditions to modern techniques.
17. Art of the Western World
First broadcast on October 2, 1989, these 18 original 30-minute episodes provide a panorama of 2000 years of architecture, painting and sculpture, and studies the art masterpieces as reflections of the Western culture that produced them.
It has an average vote of 10 on TMDB.
18. Sister Wendy's Story of Painting
Sister Wendy Beckett takes a journey through the history of art in this ten-part series.
It has an average vote of 10 on TMDB.
19. Manifeste (Manifeste)
(Manifeste)
20. Backstage (Tras Bambalinas)
The organization of an art exhibition, the curatorship, the staging of a play, are complex and multidisciplinary practices that demand creativity, research and rigor. This series reflects on the possibilities to carry out these activities.