Portia Marie York
Fiber Artist
You Are…
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.
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.
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)
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Gaston County Museum, Niche Knits (16 months) Fiber Exhibit, Dallas, NC (Sept 2023-Jan 2025)
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QC Family Tree/The Arts Factory @ Johnson C. Smith University, My Momma Told Me group show, Charlotte, NC, 2023
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QC Family Tree/The Arts Factory @ Johnson C. Smith University, Unconventional group show, Charlotte, NC, 2023
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Insatiable Fibers, Jeane Rauche Gallery, Gaston College, Dallas, NC 2023
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South Carolina State Museum (10 months) Traveling Exhibits Program, SC 2017, 2022
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Annual African American Fiber Artist Exhibit, Charleston, SC 2016, 2017, 2022
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Carolina Breast Friends Pink Boots Ball Auction, Charlotte, NC, 2014, 2015
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Dalton Gallery, Clinton College Bras of Beauty exhibit, Clinton, SC, 2014
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Trinity Episcopal School Art Show, Charlotte, NC, 2013
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Coastal Carolina Artists and Crafters Guild, Bras for a Cause Showcase, Jacksonville, NC, 2013
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The John Crosland School Art Show, Charlotte, NC, 2012, 2013, 2014
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Channel 9 TV News gallery exhibit with Artist de’Angelo Dia, Charlotte, NC, 2012, 2013
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Women Centered Art Small Works Show, Charlotte, NC, 2011
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Women Centered Art Simpatico Show, Charlotte, NC, 2011
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Project Art Aid & American Cancer Society Auction, Charlotte, NC, 2011
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Mint Hill Arts Juried Show, Mint Hill, NC, 2010, 2012
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Providence Gallery Holiday Works show, Charlotte, NC, 2010
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Art House Co-op Self Portrait Project, Atlanta, GA, 2010
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Art House Co-op Fiction Project, permanent collection in The Brooklyn Art Library, Brooklyn, NY, 2010
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Dore Academy Art Auction, Charlotte, NC, 2009, 2010, 2011