Welcome to the Official Website of Michele Milano...

Art, for me, is pure alchemy—a shimmering portal that lifts us out of the ordinary and into realms of imagination, beauty, and magic. Whether it’s a fleeting dream, a wild mirage, or a whisper of something just beyond reach, that spark of wonder is where I live, and it’s the essence I pour into everything I create.

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My studio—tucked away in a forested nook and alive with the rhythm of music—is where the magic begins. I call it my “audio art” lab, where the sounds of life mingle with the silence of the trees, and creativity flows freely through painting, photography, and jewelry-making. Each piece I make is meant to be felt—not just seen. I create beauty you can hold in your hands, wear on your body, or hang on your wall, beauty that stirs something deep inside.

Nature is my greatest muse. I chase the golden light with my camera, paint the soul of a landscape in oils, and forge jewelry that carries the heartbeat of the earth itself. I work with materials that feel alive—crystals, glass, metals, and stones both precious and semi-precious—letting their natural spirit lead the design. Every creation holds a twist of the unexpected, a spark of surprise, a moment of wonder.

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As a classically trained metalsmith, musician, and multidisciplinary artist, I’ve wandered and studied across the U.S., Germany, and France. My creative practice is always evolving—because true art is never static. It’s a journey of reaching, refining, and relighting the fire of inspiration, again and again.

Some of my favorite mediums include sterling and fine silver, bronze, brass, copper, and precious metal clay—especially when they meet vivid gemstones in bold, organic harmony. These materials sing when paired together, and I love coaxing out their story.

And the story doesn’t stop there…

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My creative world has recently grown even brighter with the launch of my books: the thrilling, art-infused mystery novel Rook to Strasbourg, and the whimsical, curiosity-sparking Rascal Adventures series for kids. From Rascal in Paris to Rascal ‘N Castles, these tales are bursting with fun, facts, and imagination—bringing history, geography, and a whole lot of joy to young readers.

Through every brushstroke, lens click, metal forge, or page turned, my mission remains the same:
✨ To awaken joy.
✨ To spark imagination.
✨ To remind us all of the beauty, mystery, and playfulness that surrounds us—if only we take a moment to look.

Welcome to my world. Let’s wander through the wonder, together!!!