As the world grappled with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, media outlets offered guidance on maintaining well-being during lockdown. Suggestions ranged from establishing routines to learning new skills like baking and exercise. However, the article highlights that none of these recommendations proved as uplifting as the example set by artist David Hockney. At 82 years old, Hockney found solace and continued creating art from his garden in Normandy, France. His positive outlook and artistic expression offered a refreshing sense of calm amidst the global panic. The piece suggests Hockney’s approach exemplified a focus on finding beauty even during challenging times, providing a unique perspective on coping with the crisis.