The cover art was done by Micheal Whelan, and is actual coverart for Black Sun Rising , by C.S. Friedman.  The term "True Night" also came from this novel.
The full version of the graphic can be seen at Glass Onion Graphics, and is titled Tarrant's Realm.

The general feel was inspired by The Lair, home of Lessa and Delilah.  Thanx, Killer, for all the all the consultant help!

The Marble Set was created in-house, but was inspired by Velvet Gypsy Graphics, and Kat's Meow (creator of the Flames Set, used in The Chantry).  Check them out, the art is outstanding.

My basic creativity is inspired by my friends: Adam, Aimee, Alice, C.W., Dana, Dionne, Donna, Dick, Jim, Nick, and Rhoni.  Keeping up with thier insanity makes my mind nimble.

And, finally, I must give thanks to my paramour, Nicole.  Though she came along after the Tower was built, her love helps to keep me grounded in the real world, when so many other things make me wish to disappear into the virtual.