"Spring Awakening," is the first of a quartet series, each representing a unique season, with this focusing on the rebirth and vibrancy of Spring. This oil painting on a wood panel is adorned with gold leaf, portraying the vibrant renewal that accompanies the arrival of spring. With birds taking flight, the scene unfolds an awakening or rebirth, emphasized by trees and flowers bursting into bloom. The application of gold leaf artfully frames the composition, serving as a portal or window into this invigorating realm of spring.