The Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) has recognized 50 Massachusetts artists for creating work of exceptional quality in a range of disciplines. Three of these honored artists call the Berkshires home: Crafters Michael and Maureen Banner of Monterey; Playwright, Michael Dowling of Hindsdale, and Sculptor, Amy Podmore of Williamstown.
“Artists are the backbone of Massachusetts’ creative economy,” said MCC Executive Director Anita Walker. “These fellowships give talented individuals the freedom to develop work that will be shown, sold and performed all over the world.”MCC’s Artist Fellowships recognize the unique contribution made by artists to the cultural vitality of the Commonwealth. The fellowships provide direct assistance to Massachusetts artists to recognize excellence and creative ability, and to support further development of their talents. MCC chronicles the impact of these awards in the Fellows Notes section of its blog ArtSake.
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