Emma Gormley, Assistant Curator of parliamentary art, talks about her role looking after this unique collection and commissioning new works.
The parliamentary art collection includes thousands of works depicting Parliament and parliamentarians through history and today.
Caring for the collection in a working building, where MPs and Members of the Lords are constantly at work, can be a challenge. However, it is also a great opportunity to combine interests in history, politics and art.
In the video above, Emma Gormley explains why she enjoys commissioning new art works of recent Members of Parliament, learning about their fascinating careers, and working with some of the country's most talented artists.
Find out more about the parliamentary art collection