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Botanical Flows by Livingston Artist Simone Anthony-Brown Now on View at the Livingston Public Library

A Vibrant 14-Piece Abstract Series Celebrating the Motion and Grace of Nature Now on Display Through September

Livingston, NJ — August 2025 — The Livingston Public Library is pleased to present Botanical Flows, a vibrant new collection of circular paintings by Simone Anthony-Brown, a local Livingston-based artist and founder of Express Yourself Studios. The exhibition is currently on view in the Youth Services Department and the Common Area of the Library and will remain on display through the end of September 2025.

Botanical Flows features 14 circular 8x8-inch canvases, each offering a dynamic exploration of movement, color, and natural form. Through sweeping shapes and layered textures, Anthony-Brown evokes the elegance and energy of petals in motion—capturing fleeting moments of beauty in an abstract, contemporary style.

“This series is a joyful meditation on nature’s rhythm,” says Anthony-Brown. “Each piece feels alive—intentionally fluid, colorful, and full of motion.”

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The work showcases her signature approach to form and texture, blending acrylic paint, oil pastels, and layered techniques on circular canvases that emphasize continuity and flow.

About the Artist

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Simone Anthony-Brown is a multidisciplinary visual artist, educator, and Livingston resident whose practice spans mixed media collage, watercolor, acrylic, and digital art. Her work often explores themes of identity, cultural memory, and creative expression through bold color and layered storytelling.

Her art has been featured in numerous exhibitions across the region, including the Art of NJ Digital Exhibition at Newark Liberty International Airport, Kolaj Fest New Orleans, and community exhibitions throughout Essex County. In addition to her studio practice, Anthony-Brown leads workshops throughout the New Jersey and New York metro area, promoting creative engagement through hands-on art experiences.

Exhibition Details

  • Title: Botanical Flows
  • Artist: Simone Anthony-Brown
  • Location: Livingston Public Library – Youth Services Department & Common Area
  • Address: 10 Robert Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ 07039
  • Dates: On view through September 30, 2025
  • Admission: Free and open to the public during library hours

The full 14-piece collection is available for purchase as a complete set, with individual canvases also available upon request.

To inquire about purchasing artwork or to learn more about the artist, visit www.SimoneAnthonyBrown.com or contact info@simoneanthonybrown.com.

About the Livingston Public Library:

The Livingston Public Library serves as a vibrant cultural and educational resource for the community, offering access to books, technology, and local art. With rotating exhibits and inclusive programming, the Library provides a space where creativity and community meet.

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