Riptide 

"Riptide" by Danny Galieote is a realistic painting of a young man standing on a sandy beach, looking out at the turbulent sea. He is holding a bright red life buoy above his head, as if signaling for help. The painting has a strong sense of drama and suspense, created by the stormy sky and the man's isolated position on the beach. The work's depiction of a lifeguard, possibly facing danger, suggests themes of heroism and sacrifice. The realistic style and the focus on the human figure are typical of Galieote's artistic practice.