What makes the Berkshire Writers Room's Pathways magazine so special this year? It's that for the first time in a very long time (since the early Berkshire Reviews) this is a truly Berkshire artists' magazine. All of the featured writers, artists and photographers have ties to the Berkshires. Most live here. The second very special feature is that there are several pieces by young people, from ages 10-15.
The covers this year are by Owen Weber and Wayne Donelan.
Owen Weber- (front cover) Owen Weber lives in Astoria, NY but was born and raised in Pittsfield. He graduated from Pittsfield High School in 2002, enrolled in the Hartford Art Scholl and graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2006 with a major in Illustration and a minor in Art History. Currently he works as an illustrator.
Wayne Donelan- (back cover) Since moving to Lenox four years ago, and retiring, Donelan elected to drive his 1928 truck (provided it was above 32 degrees). He wanted to avoid being in a hurry and wanted to explore his new surroundings in a different way. Donelan collected paintings and always admired the way they made him look at a subject and the SPIRIT. A few months ago he put paint to canvas. The process of painting forced him to SEE. What better place to get vision then The Berkshires!
Also included are photographs by Henry Dondi, Eric Koprenman and Steven F. Dansky. Stories and poems by William Miller, Laura Gross, Matt McFadden, Donna Vigiard and Victoria Passier of the "The Three Poets."
Each copy is $7.50 plus $1.00/s&h and can be ordered by writing The Berkshire Writers Room at 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01021. For questions about our organization you can email us at bwr.smack@gmail.com or calling 413-281-7364. The BWR has monthly meetings for writers of every genre. Call or email for further information.
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