FREEDOM AT A COST
THE LIFE AND TIMES OF JOHN BROWN’S FAMILY
Bill Brown Solo Show, 2025
In July of 2025, Baumgarten Studio was honored to host Bill Brown and his collection of ten new works. Bill’s painting’s speak on the struggles, triumphs and beauty of life on the plantation. From the broad strokes of a pallet knife, to the precision of a brush, Bill’s technique in creating these paintings truly showcase his artistic mastery in texture, color and storytelling.
“My grandfather liked to talk about freedom. He used to tell me that freedom meant being able to love and enjoy your family. He thought that freedom meant being able to grow up to be a man and a productive member of society. He used to say that he was walking to freedom so all of his grandkids could do the same. Thank you, Grandpa.”
