The Muses

The Meeting of "Diavola"

Johfra met Angèle Thérèse Blomjous in early 1946. Known initially by her nickname "Diavola" (She-Devil), she later adopted the name Diana, after the goddess of the hunt. Their connection was immediate and intellectual; they bonded over art, biology, and a shared sense of spiritual seeking.

The Rosicrucian Journey

In 1952, Johfra and Diana married. The defining feature of their partnership was their joint immersion in the Lectorium Rosicrucianum. Together, they served the brotherhood as artistic visionaries:

• Temple Art: Designing statues, candlesticks, and stained-glass windows.
• Shared Philosophy: Creating symbolic, didactic art reflecting the goal of "transfiguration."
• Travels: Journeys to Italy and the Pyrenees exploring Renaissance landscapes and Cathar history.

The Catalyst

In 1957, Diana introduced her student Els de Jonge to Johfra. Els, who would later take the name Ellen Lórien (inspired by Tolkien), was a talented artist. A profound connection blossomed, rooted in a shared, intuitive love for nature.

The Escape & "Mental Hygiene"

In 1962, Johfra left Diana and the brotherhood. He and Ellen later escaped to the solitude of Aspremont and finally Moulin de Peuch in the Dordogne.

"Ellen is the driving force and the inspiration of our community. She protects me from inner chaos... Without her I would have been lonely for a long time."

• Pantheism: Under Ellen's influence, Johfra abandoned Gnostic dualism to worship the "Great Mother" of nature.

The Artist Ellen

Ellen was a prolific painter whose work explored fairytales, elves, and nature spirits, contrasting with Johfra's darker themes. Her Ellen in Wonderland series (1994–1995) remains a testament to her vision.