I thought I’d follow yesterday’s beauty with history and creativity today.

5 footlights

And I have opted for footlights, not the theatre in Cambridge but the lighting which illuminates a stage from the very front edge. Apparently footlights were first used in England in the 17th century, and originally consisted of oil lamps with floating wicks. However having opted for theatrical lighting I then realised the only theatrical shot I had was of an amphitheatre! Oops, far too early for footlights. There again I’m sure the Romans must have invented something similar for their theatres.

PS If you are intrigued by this model check out the full display here.

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      1. I went to look at the plight! What a great use of the word, I couldn’t come up with anything for that. I have also played along with Brian’s invitation so you have a bonus square from me today!

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        1. Just spotted your bonus . . I am such a clever lucky girl. And yes that plight is so brilliant . . . .I am going to really have to put my thinking cap on for the two days I have yet to schedule. The creativity and talent this month is amazing 🙂

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    1. oh fantastic, can’t wait to see . . I will be along in just a sec after I have caught up with the latest comments 🙂

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