Top of the World

"Top of the World" is a wry twist on the classic pursuit of success, portrayed through the whimsical image of a spinning top that's anything but graceful. The artwork, crafted with precision in acrylic and oil, plays with the irony of its title—while 'top of the world' suggests smooth sailing, the actual top teeters haphazardly, akin to the artist's recollections of a similar top from childhood that spun as clumsily as a "drunk ballerina wearing steel-toed boots."

Despite its performance, the top stands as a fond recollection of time spent at great grandma's house, playing with the erratic toy. This piece is an affectionate nod to those flawed but cherished memories, capturing the joy and humor in life's imperfect moments. The contradiction between the ideal and the real invites a smile, much like the memories that inspired this playful painting.

Medium: Acrylic and Oil on Canvas

Dimensions: 30" x 36"