Hello my name is Michele and I love being creative.
A Little About Me..
The Dreaming Dilettante was a name that came to me about 12 years ago. I resonated with the archetype of The Dilettante. For me, this is someone who embraces all forms of creativity and can move from one form of creative expression to another. This is something I do in my studio on a regular basis. Whether it’s painting, sketching, working in my art journals, making journals, writing, embroidery etc. I find great joy in the creative process.
I have been a writer since I was 10 years old. I write poetry, fiction and books on spirituality. I consider myself a renaissance entrepreneur who believes ever so strongly in being the conscious creator of a life you love and that supports you on your soul journey.
I have recently taken the plunge and opening my own online shop where I sell prints of my artwork, handmade journals, ephemera kits and more. You can visit my shop right here if you would like:
My Creative Process
I work intuitively always. Sometimes I may have any idea of what I want to make but ultimately I just sit down and dig in. One of my favorite things is to clean my desk by gluing, painting or embellishing with the scraps left over on the table. Whether it’s left over paint, some scraps or ink I love just putting paper to paper and seeing what comes up.
I also work in stops and starts. My life is such that long hours of creative time are few and far between and I have realized the joy of making art in moments. 10 minutes here, 5 minutes here. Working in this way makes the creative process truly a part of my life on a daily basis and throughout each day. I find this very grounding and conducive to creative inspiration as I don’t often have time to get stuck. When I walk away from a piece it’s still with me mulling around in my mind and often times the answer comes to me as I go about my day.
Just the facts…
I am Mommy to 3 beautiful, smart and creative homes schooled children. I am married to my best friend of the past 27 years and proud fur mommy to a menagerie of rescue pets. We live in a 100 + year-old home in the North East of the United States.
FAQ’s
Are You on Social Media?
I was, then I wasn’t and now I am on Instagram. I don’t post a ton there but you can follow me @dreamingdilettante
Do You Have a YouTube Channel?
I have recently re-launched my YouTube channel and am really enjoying sharing over there. If you would list to subscribe you can find my channel here or you can view all the videos I make here on the blog over at Dilettante TV.
Want to Learn More?
In a nutshell though? I want this site to be place that offers inspiration. If you are having a creative lull or perhaps you just want something fun to listen to or watch in the background while you are creating your own masterpiece then this is where you can come. If you are looking to read something or watch something and want to be inspired or uplifted-there is something here for you.
I don’t want to pretend that life is perfect and I have no struggles. What I do want is for you to feel this is a safe place to come to where you will be uplifted and inspired and hopefully there will be a little smile on your face when you leave.
It is my aim to focus on creativity in such a way that we are all inspired to pick up our paints (or medium of choice) and have a play session.
8 Things About Me
- Routines Don’t Work for Me
Yet, I keep trying! I am working to discipline myself a bit more and have been making great strides. I do love listening to the routines of others! - Instead of Routines I “Book End” My Days
Book ending my days was something that came to me a few years back and it works really well. - I’m Never Bored
Unless I am doing something I don’t want to be doing. I was bored a lot at jobs and when I was younger I was always bored in school. Now I know I could live 100 lives and still not get to all the hobbies and interests I have. - My Favorite Crafts Involve Paper
I love doing so many things: embroidery, sewing, crochet (really basic crochet) but if I could only do one thing it would definitely involve paper. Cutting paper, gluing paper, writing on paper. A journal, a pen, a glue stick and a magazine is all I need to keep myself entertained for hours. - I Want To Learn to Knit
I know basic stitches and have made simple things but I would love to be able to read a pattern and sew myself a warm sweater or some cozy socks. It’s on my list of skills to learn. - What’s a Dilettante?
The Dreaming Dilettante is a name I came up with over a decade ago. I was working with a good friend on archetypal study and we were identifying one of my 12 archetypes, one of which was The Dilettante. I resonated so much with the creative force of someone who’s not a master in any one field but rather who’s gift is in the act or appreciation of creating. That’s my definition of Dilettante anyway. I know some definitions make the word “dilettante” a negative thing to be but to be honest-I don’t pay attention to that. I know what it means to me and that’s the definition I embrace and love
I know some people ask and I pronounce it “Dill a Tont” - I March to the Beat of a Different Drum
(actually it’s not a drum it’s a kazoo)
As I mentioned above I love watching routine, results oriented people. They are inspiring and the really human part of me wishes I could be a bit more like that.
I’m not. I don’t like to do the same thing everyone is doing and prefer to carve out my own path listening to the inspiration that flows through. I also believe that we can do things our own way and still get results (usually better ones) and be successful (truly successful in all areas of our life.) I am more than happy to walk my path on my own and do my own thing. If anyone needs me I am dancing in the corner by myself. - I’m always learning….
I’m always learning something new and hope this continues all the way until I take my last breath on this planet. Currently I am working on my Doctorate Degree having just earned my Masters in Metaphysics. Well, working on my doctorate right now looks a bit like “mulling over ideas as I try and discover my focus” lol. I love learning and my faith has grown, deepened and expanded so much since I started my studies. At the root of all I do and share is a deeply held belief in God and how creativity can connect us more deeply to our Creator.