I often find that the research I do for client work ends up finding its way into my personal work. Earlier in the year I had done a lot of research into esoterica and symbolism and I had collected a lot of interesting imagery. Additionally I have a folder of favourite artworks that I sometimes draw upon for inspiration, one of them being Nicholas Roerich's iconic Mother of the World painting. I was drawn to the quiet but powerful nature of the artwork. A robed woman sits alone on an island, in a meditative state surrounded by a glowing light.