I Dreamt of Cowboys, Cottonfields, and Clouds – Bernard Williams 2026

Directed by Kevin Shaw

An excavator of American history, painter and sculptor Bernard Williams draws inspiration from seminal, but under-appreciated figures such as Black cowboys, farmers, and a unique female aviator. Taking us on a journey from Chicago to Indiana to Alabama, the film follows Williams as he debuts a public art installation and visits a 90-year-old family friend who informs his work. Part of "4x4: Contemporary Art in Chicago" - Season 1