I showed you a close up of one of my current works in progress and talked about the diapering in the background. Now I have some examples to show you where I got this idea from...
Abelard and Heloise from a C14th manuscript of the Roman de la Rose
The story of Abelard and Heloise is part of the inspiration for my paintings, although I didn't acknowledge that to myself at first. I have been fascinated by their story for a long time and I suppose that subconsciously it just wanted to be expressed. The more I read and learn about the letters that passed between these twelfth century lovers and their evolving philosophy, the more I want to include their ideas my work...
But for now I am just focusing on those beautiful backgrounds.
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