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Feminine Strength: A Trilogy of Empowered Expressions

 

This exhibition of fiber-based works seamlessly weaves together three distinct bodies of work: Bras of Beauty, Identity and Me, and Flower Power. In this amalgamation, the artist acknowledges the realms of self-discovery, identity formation, and the unabashed expression of femininity and strength. Each piece within this collection explores and contributes to a powerful narrative that explores the multifaceted dimensions of women throughout the world.

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Dr. York will be the featured artist for the duration of the exhibit. Dr. Portia York is a crochet artist, professor, and motivational speaker. Her work ties directly to our themes throughout and pushes the artistry and textiles to a whole new level! “Her work inspired me when I first saw it,” Wiedrich explained. “It’s innovative, different, and expressive.” Niche Knits opens to the public on Saturday, September 9, 2023. A public opening will be held on Saturday, September 9 from from 1pm-3pm.
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Recent Exhibits: 

 

Gaston County Museum, You Are... (4 months) Fiber Art Exhibit, Dallas, NC

M 2024-Aug 2024)

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Gaston County Museum, Niche Knits (16 months) Fiber Art Exhibit, Dallas, NC

Sept 2023-Jan 2025)

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Insatiable Fibers, Jeane Rauche Gallery, Gaston College, Dallas, NC

February 2023

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15th Annual African American Fiber Artist Exhibit, City of North Charleston, Charleston, SC 

May 2022 - June 2022

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African American Fiber Art Traveling Exhibit

Museums in the state of South Carolina

July 2022 -June 2023

Art Exhibits

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  • Gaston County Museum, You Are… solo exhibit, Dallas, NC (April 2024-Aug 2024)

  • Gaston County Museum, Niche Knits (16 months) Fiber Exhibit, Dallas, NC (Sept 2023-Jan 2025)

  • QC Family Tree/The Arts Factory @ Johnson C. Smith University, My Momma Told Me group show, Charlotte, NC, 2023

  • QC Family Tree/The Arts Factory @ Johnson C. Smith University, Unconventional group show, Charlotte, NC, 2023

  • Insatiable Fibers, Jeane Rauche Gallery, Gaston College, Dallas, NC 2023

  • South Carolina State Museum (10 months) Traveling Exhibits Program, SC 2017, 2022

  • Annual African American Fiber Artist Exhibit, Charleston, SC 2016, 2017, 2022

  • Carolina Breast Friends Pink Boots Ball Auction, Charlotte, NC, 2014, 2015

  • Dalton Gallery, Clinton College Bras of Beauty exhibit, Clinton, SC, 2014

  • Trinity Episcopal School Art Show, Charlotte, NC, 2013

  • Coastal Carolina Artists and Crafters Guild, Bras for a Cause Showcase, Jacksonville, NC, 2013

  • The John Crosland School Art Show, Charlotte, NC, 2012, 2013, 2014 

  • Channel 9 TV News gallery exhibit with Artist de’Angelo Dia, Charlotte, NC, 2012, 2013

  • Women Centered Art Small Works Show, Charlotte, NC, 2011

  • Women Centered Art Simpatico Show, Charlotte, NC, 2011

  • Project Art Aid & American Cancer Society Auction, Charlotte, NC, 2011

  • Mint Hill Arts Juried Show, Mint Hill, NC, 2010, 2012

  • Providence Gallery Holiday Works show, Charlotte, NC, 2010

  • Art House Co-op Self Portrait Project, Atlanta, GA, 2010

  • Art House Co-op Fiction Project, permanent collection in The Brooklyn Art Library, Brooklyn, NY, 2010

  • Dore Academy Art Auction, Charlotte, NC, 2009, 2010, 2011

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