The Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (Virginia MOCA) is set to exhibit Duke Riley: O'er the Wide and Plastic Sea, featuring 20 years of the artist's work. Opening on February 7, 2025, this show includes new pieces created from local debris, along with playful fishing lures and iconic scrimshaw sculptures made from discarded plastics. Curated by Riley's former classmate Melissa Messina, the exhibit reflects the rich maritime culture and contemporary issues intertwined in Riley's work, showcasing a unique narrative that resonates with the local Virginia Beach community.
Duke Riley's exhibition at Virginia MOCA showcases two decades of innovative work, merging maritime history with contemporary art, featuring new pieces inspired by Virginia Beach.
Curator Melissa Messina celebrates Riley's talent and unique voice in American art, emphasizing the excitement of presenting his creative output in Virginia Beach to an engaged audience.
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