Cain and Abel I presents a pared-down investigation of pure line and form, stripping away all but the core visual and narrative elements of one of the most well-known Western parables. Subtle tonal variations throughout the edition of 12 references the raw natural materials employed throughout the labor-intensive lithography process: stone, pigment, paper.

Cain and Abel II builds upon this simplicity with the introduction of new elements in the form of additional figures— animated anthropomorphic witnesses to the scene—as well as dynamic contrasting color. Each monoprint within this edition of twelve features a highly individualized color palette.

Cain and Abel III, the series’ crescendo, heightens its drama with a dense composition, maximalist approach to color, and additional witnesses from the animal kingdom added to the cast including an owl mid-flight, watching above the two brothers as the story reaches its climax. Like Cain and Abel II, this edition features 12 distinct monoprints with significant variation in color throughout.