Milk here becomes a symbol of motherhood, evoking pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the wider idea of consumption - both in a literal sense and as a reflection on how women are consumed within contemporary culture. This motif ties into Cochrane’s broader practice, which interrogates consumerism in society - and its portrayal in art - much like the Impressionists once did.

Adorned with bows, the works celebrate the vast capacity and resilience of women. Both milk cartons function as self-portraits: Canberra milk as a nod to her upbringing and her role as a new mother, and Tesco milk as a portrait of her present life in London. By pairing the intimate with the everyday, Cochrane adds humour and symbolism to her ongoing exploration of womanhood and motherhood.