He drew on his international background to fuse design influences from around the world.
It was the first of many books drawing on his background in magic and his interest in history.
In color he drew on his extensive background in classical and modern painting.
He drew on his scientific background to design trading programs for futures markets.
Drawing on his own background in journalism, Brooks set the show in a newsroom.
It is the first time Leigh has drawn on his Jewish background for inspiration.
The former stage designer still draws on his theatrical background.
Yet, again drawing on his personal background, the author sets the story on a modern high-tech Navy base.
Many of her stories drew on her Polish background.
She made observations about life, drawing heavily on her Irish working-class background.