Cross 

Sue Coe created this monochromatic drawing titled "Cross," using graphite and ink on paper. Coe's work confronts viewers with the brutal realities of animal exploitation, deeply rooted in her experiences and beliefs. Coe grew up near a slaughterhouse and witnessed firsthand the suffering of animals. This early exposure instilled in her a profound sense of empathy and a commitment to animal rights. Through her art, she seeks to expose the systemic violence perpetuated by industries that profit from animal suffering. In "Cross," the artist depicts scenes of animal experimentation and slaughter, challenging us to confront the ethical implications of our treatment of non-human beings. The starkness of the black and white medium heightens the emotional impact, inviting a visceral response to the depicted scenes of cruelty. As Coe has said, she aims to "create a visual record of the unspeakable," bearing witness to the pain and injustice inflicted upon animals. "Cross" serves as a powerful indictment of societal indifference. It compels us to acknowledge our role in perpetuating systems of oppression and to consider the interconnectedness of all living beings.