A NEW WAVE
RIVERLIFE: SHORE THING | PITTSBURGH, PA | 2025

Young was commissioned by Riverlife to paint the surfaces of an on-the-river barge experience in Pittsburgh, PA. Located on the city’s North Shore, “Shore Thing” will open the inaugural relaxation + entertainment pop-up space from June to October of 2025. This unique experience in the city creates possibilities for art, community + collaboration to rise. The barge mural piece itself takes on the title “A New Wave.” After all, a high tide raises all boats.

The barge mural “A New Wave” for Shore Thing is a celebration fueled by summer, color, + a taste of what Pittsburgh has to offer on the riverfront. The whimsical take on the design expresses playfulness, sunshine, sandy shores, refreshing waves + some artist signatures, like her tribal triangles, triple dots, + fun color palette. The functional artwork is cohesive with the overall Shore Thing branding, and is meant to feel free, inspiring friends to unwind + settle into their joy.

Photos by Carla Cardello, Janel Young