Time for Walkies (2025)
Lauren Edmonds
Acrylic paint & wax pencil on canvas, 91 x 61 x 3.8cm
In Time for walkies, Lauren Edmonds presents a self-portrait that merges whimsy with quiet unease. Painted in acrylic on canvas, the work depicts the artist posed in a doorway, holding a plush frog toy on a leash in place of a dog. The scene captures a moment of readiness that feels uncertain, suspended between humour and longing. The substitution of the frog—charming yet absurd—gestures to the compromises young adults make when aspirations like pet ownership clash with housing realities.
The vibrant colours and light mask a deeper unease, speaking to a broader generational anxiety around the feasibility of traditional milestones such as stable housing or pet ownership. The work subtly critiques societal expectations while offering a tender glimpse into personal longing and adaptation.
