Brush away the blues!

Fern Britton reveals why her uplifting new painting competition is the perfect tonic...

- MICHAEL DARLING, HANNAH DAVIES, JO LEWIS.

WATERCOLOUR CHALLENGE Monday-Friday, 4pm Channel 5 Reality

Q What appealed to you about presenting a painting show?

A It's so lovely to make a programme that's so in tune with our current situation. The news is so frustrating and heartbreaking, but this programme is a real tonic. Yes, Watercolour Challenge is a competition, but it's competitive in a gentle way. There's no fighting or catcalling or wrestling!

Q Were you impressed by the artistic talent?