I’ve long dreamt of recreating this painting, so when we decided to refill the old pond in our front yard, I took my opportunity. If you squint you can spot the plastic pond liner and that many of the plants are just yard clippings or else still in their pots before being planted in the ground. Yes, the well water we used was freezing but it was worth it, I think. #thefateofopheila #recreatingpaintings #preraphaelite