Floating Away by Dave White is bold, disturbing, and unforgettable. A lone figure with a smiley face drifts upward, carried by a cluster of bright red balloons. At first glance, the image feels whimsical, almost childlike, but a closer look reveals an unsettling undertone—the fixed smile, the overwhelming number of balloons, and the stark emptiness of the background.

This striking contrast between innocence and unease is what makes Floating Away so powerful. It challenges viewers to look deeper, questioning themes of escape, vulnerability, and the fine line between freedom and fragility. A minimalist yet deeply evocative piece, it embodies Dave White’s ability to transform simplicity into layered meaning.Away

• Title: Floating Away

• Artist: Dave White

• Date: May 5, 2024

• Medium: Marker on paper

• Dimensions: 7 in x 10 in (17.8 cm x 25.4 cm)