Camelias are early bloomers along with daffodils and tulips at Filoli Gardens in Woodside, California...this is Spring! (Taken March 5th, 2026) No matter where we live, winter has its effect on us. Plants lose their leaves, their vibrant color disappears and they basically hibernate. Days and daylight are shorter. Most of us stay inside more, wear heavier clothing and eat heavier foods. Then this phenomenon called Spring ( more sunlight? a few warm days?) awakens via a secret message to the world to wake up and rejuvenate. You can do the same.... get out and walk, go to a graden or nursery, trim the winterkill and plant some fresh shapes. Watch the subtle displays of color emerge all around you as the earth renews itself. And while you are at it, it's the perfect time to rejuvenate your paintings, Get busy! I suggest uou start by taking a good look at your space and supplies. Clean and assess your brushes ( do you need a new one or two? Escoda has some well made keepers at a reason...