I’ve always been fascinated by dreams. I usually remember most of my dreams, even days afterward especially if they were vivid and emotional – though I never took the time to record them until now.
Inspiration to record my dreams came from two sources, a book I am reading and a friend’s experience. The book is The Not So Big Life by Sarah Susanka where a chapter is devoted to recording and discovering the meaning in your dreams. My friend is also reading the book (we are in a book club together with this book as the subject) and she started not only writing her dreams but recording them using collage!
My method of recording my dreams? Painting of course! I cut watercolor paper into quarters and when I remember a vivid dream, I write notes on one side of the paper and on the other I paint a watercolor scene of what I saw in my dream. My latest dream? A visit to coastal Italy with visions of the sea. I can’t wait to paint it!
How do you record your dreams?
Interesting post…my wife is an artist too…abstract landscapes…I just watched ‘Waking Life’ an animated feature I think you’d enjoy…we watch as a young man walks through his dreams listening to other people talk about various topics: media, philosophy, religion, etc. Best, Darren
Hi, Stephanie.
What great ideas for recording dreams! It’s exciting to see these concepts, and we’re equally excited to hear that your book club is working with The Not So Big Life.
In case you’re not already aware of it, we’d love to have you come join in the discussions on our Community Forums. You’ll find reader resources, and in particular, information for groups who are studying together.
You’ll find us at http://www.notsobiglife.com.
Best wishes,
Barlynne
Susanka Studios
Thank you! I will look for the community forums and information for groups.
Thank you for the movie suggestion Darren!