Duke Riley: Bridging the Gap Between Seafarer and Shore Born in Buras, Louisiana, in 1994, Duke Riley’s artistic journey is a compelling narrative of urban exploration, maritime fascination, and a deliberate blurring of boundaries between art and life. His work isn't simply about depicting ships or the sea; it’s an investigation into the spaces where water meets land – the forgotten edges of cities, the echoes of seafaring history, and the subversive spirit of New York’s artistic community. Riley’s background in painting and sculpture from Rhode Island School of Design and Pratt Institute pr…