This week on Extraordinary Portraits, comedian Bill Bailey orchestrates a unique artistic collaboration, pairing ex-paratrooper Christian with sculptor Hywel Pratley. Christian’s inspiring story of resilience – walking the entire UK coastline to raise £500,000 for an ex-servicemen’s charity – provides the emotional core of this episode, airing Friday, February 28th at 7:30 PM on BBC One.
After leaving the army, Christian faced his own battles with depression and debt. His coastal trek became a symbol of his determination to overcome adversity and support his fellow veterans. Hywel, a sculptor with an impressive resume including royal commissions, takes on the challenge of capturing Christian’s journey and spirit in a lasting work of art. Working with both clay and bronze, he aims to create a portrait that reflects not just Christian’s physical likeness, but also the strength and vulnerability that define his remarkable story.
Extraordinary Portraits airs Fridays at 7:30 PM on BBC One.
