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A quest for great art is at the heart of a new commission from Liam Keelan, Controller, ´óÏó´«Ã½ Daytime.

Show Me The Monet is a new 10x45' series from Lucky Day, part of Zodiak Media Group, for ´óÏó´«Ã½ Two Daytime, in which a panel of three renowned art experts known as the "Hanging Committee" will search for great art from both amateurs and professionals alike for a prestigious exhibition.

Members of the public will be able to bring their artwork along for candid feedback from the Hanging Committee and the chance to get their work into the exhibition.

The Committee will be putting their reputations on the line so only the best art work will make it through to the big day, when members of the art establishment, together with members of the public, will view, critique and buy the work that is selected.

In an exciting twist, the art will be sold by "blind bid" and potential buyers will be allowed to bid much higher, or indeed lower, than the reserve price.

Hopefuls must be over 18 and will be free to submit portable pieces of work within the categories of painting, drawing, photography, print or sculpture.

The closing date for applications is 1 December 2010. Terms and conditions apply and entry is via the .

The executive producer for the ´óÏó´«Ã½ is Pam Cavannagh. Show Me The Monet will be executive produced by Damon Pattison and Adam Macdonald and the series producer will be Alison Kreps.

The series is due to air in Spring 2011.

Managing Director of Lucky Day, Damon Pattison, says: "We're thrilled to be working with ´óÏó´«Ã½ Daytime on such an exciting series. First and foremost this is an entertainment show that just happens to be about art and we are delighted that the ´óÏó´«Ã½ has been so supportive and encouraging of the idea.

"Art is too often seen as a niche subject but we truly believe that this show has really broad appeal with a great 'play along' factor, as each episode is jam packed with enough twists and turns to keep the viewer watching, and participating, throughout."

LG