August 10, 2026
‘DayDreams’ Book Connects Artists and their Community
BY HOPE HAMILTON
Curator and writer James Salomon found the inspiration for “DayDream,” the 2025 exhibition he curated at the Berkshire Botanical Garden, while listening to music in his car.
Driving along the road, Salomon turned on the radio to find “Daydream” by the Lovin’ Spoonful playing. He knew then that the theme of daydreaming would make for a fabulous summer show — and it did.
The success of “DayDream” at the Berkshire Botanical Garden — which featured legendary artists such as Salvador Dalí, Annie Leibovitz and Yoko Ono, alongside contemporary artists such as Roz Chast, Will Cotton and Ross Bleckner — led to the creation of “DayDream,” an art book that features words and artwork from 42 artists who participated in that exhibition.