Musician and artist kicks off 2024 with Young Harris College exhibit
Young Harris, GA (01/23/2024) — Musician, singer/songwriter, and artist, Abe Partridge will be sharing his music and his art with Young Harris College Thursday, Jan. 25, beginning with a concert at 6 p.m. at the Susan B. Harris Chapel on campus and then moving to the Campus Gate Art Gallery for the art exhibit immediately following the concert.
Patridge is well known in the region as a songwriter and visual artist. His paintings are mainly acrylic and work with unconventional materials like roofing tar, plywood, or old, damaged vinyl records.
Partridge tries to "rethink preconceived notions. Question authority. Create new methods of survival. See beauty."
His show debuts Jan. 25 and will be at the Campus Gate Art Gallery through March 1. The gallery is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
About Young Harris College
Young Harris College is a private baccalaureate and master's degree-granting institution located in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires, and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. The College has four academic divisions: Fine Arts; Humanities; Mathematics, Science, and Technology; and Professional Studies. Approximately 1,400 students are enrolled in its residential and Early College programs. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Conference Carolinas. For more information, visit yhc.edu
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