Everyday Life

Fifty years after the death of iconic artist William Conor, a group of amateur painters are challenged to recreate modern-day interpretations of his works, but only one can claim the ultimate prize of hanging alongside Conor’s masterpieces in a gala exhibition.

Truck driver Mark makes a splash with his painting of open-water swimmers, receptionist Moyra sets up her easel in the grounds of Belfast City Hall and presenter Kerry McClean meets historian Gordon Lucy to find out more about William Conor’s background.