Sigo Family Barn

Jasper County
Written By Christie Browning

Charles Sigo built this gambrel-roofed barn in 1899. His employer, A.J. Kent, loaned the money needed to purchase his farm. The town of Kentland, located in nearby Newton County, is named after Mr. Kent, one of the region’s early influential citizens. Charles Sigo had thirteen children on this 300-acre farm with this barn as its hub. The farm was active and successful, providing for their large family.

A corncrib-type barn is also included in the painting. It held and dried the harvested corn while still on the cob. Until recently, the barn and farm had remained within the extended family.

I set up my plein air oil painting easel on a late afternoon to capture the light and shadows on the west face of the barn. It was the summer of 2007 and my canvas of choice for this barn was 8 x 16 inches.

All the barn paintings are for sale.  Please contact Gwen to find out if the painting(s) you are interested in are sold or available.

Christie Browning

Christie is a five-time HSPA award-winning writer with a long resume of creative, compelling writing. Her background includes journalism and marketing, which allows her to bring a specialized voice to the pieces created for her clients. On her own, Christie has written for newspapers, online magazines and major publications. For her clients, Christie produces web designs, press and media releases, blog articles, downloadable worksheets and flyers as well as social media content. Her long-time career as an entrepreneur gives her unique insight into what her clients need to promote their products, services and messages.

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