Comedian Anh Do loves to paint portraits and loves getting to know people, this new series combines the two.
Anh's Brush with Fame (Season 3)
Terri Irwin (Episode 1)
Air date: 2018-07-18
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Terri Irwin has raised her children through public grief after the death of her husband, Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin. She speaks to Anh Do who hopes to capture her dignity and her drive as she continues Steve's legacy.
Gill Hicks (Episode 2)
Air date: 2018-07-25
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Comedian, author & artist Anh Do paints prominent high-profile personalities, capturing not only their likeness, but their spirit. In this episode Anh paints peace campaigner and London bombing survivor Gill Hicks.
Adam Goodes (Episode 3)
Air date: 2018-08-01
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: AFL Legend Adam Goodes shares the personal experiences that shaped his very public stand against racism in the final years of his career, and the emotional toll it took. How will Anh capture his strength and his purpose?
Carrie Bickmore (Episode 4)
Air date: 2018-08-08
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Popular broadcaster Carrie Bickmore joins Anh with stories from her life, sharing how she has dealt with personal tragedy and triumph in the public eye. Can Anh capture her warmth and spirit?
Dr Munjed Al Muderis (Episode 5)
Air date: 2018-08-15
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Surgeon Munjed Al Muderis shares his journey from Iraq to outback detention centre, and the career he has built since. Anh Do admires Munjed's self-belief and optimism and hopes to capture a sense of that in his portrait.
John Williamson (Episode 6)
Air date: 2018-08-22
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: John Williamson shares his journey from farm to fame as a prolific songwriter and performer with a passion for everything Australian. Anh wants to capture the wisdom and warmth of this quintessential Aussie bloke.
Lauren Jackson (Episode 7)
Air date: 2018-08-29
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Superstar basketballer Lauren Jackson was born to play the game. She joins Anh to talk about the realities of life as an elite athlete with an international career. Anh hopes to capture her strong persona and femininity.
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki (Episode 8)
Air date: 2018-09-05
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Dr Karl has shared his passion for life and science with Australians for decades. He reveals the fascinating life story that led him to broadcasting, as Anh tries to capture his natural curiosity and enthusiasm on canvas.
Sigrid Thornton (Episode 9)
Air date: 2018-09-12
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Anh is joined by Australian screen legend Sigrid Thornton for an intimate chat about the people and moments that have shaped her life, world-view and career. Will Anh be able to capture her range and her warmth?
