First his master, then those who gave him commissions.
Leonardo da Vinci created masterpieces to express his observations in nature and to express the beauty of something he saw.
Mona Lisa.
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yes
his mom
Leonardo da Vinci is known for his masterpieces, scientific breakthroughs, and for being a polymath (one who is an expert in multiple fields).
The helicopter.
No
To make a living.
He had to remember all his discoveries and it was all his own idea he was not inspired.
No, he was commissioned by people. He had varying interests and a number didn’t include his paintings. He kept notebooks all of his life and wrote down questions and ideas.
Vitruvius inspired his 'Vitruvian Man'.