Teo Soon Hang, I Define My Success
Explore this artwork and reflect on what success truly means to you.
Teo Soon Hang, I Define My Success, watercolour on paper
This artwork reflects a youth’s perception of success shaped by wealth, travel, and a glamorous career. Surrounded by global icons and currency, his exaggerated laughter blurs the line between genuine joy and a performative mask—revealing how survival in the corporate world often demands the illusion of happiness.
See and Wonder:
List 3 objects you see in the painting, and share your thoughts on what each object represents.
What is your aspiration and definition of success?
What values or principles should guide you as you strive for success?
Activity:
Activity 1: Draw something related to your aspirations (e.g., a place you wish to visit, a lifestyle, etc.).
Activity 2: Take a picture of yourself doing the pose from the painting!