Edgar Martins Launches 'Anton's Hand is Made of Guilt' Photo Book and Multimedia Exhibitions

Edgar Martins, a recipient of the International Sony World Photography Awards, has unveiled a photo book and exhibition series called 'Anton's Hand is Made of Guilt,' a project that took five years to complete. This work pays tribute to his deceased friend, South African photojournalist Anton Hammerl, who was killed in Libya on April 5, 2011, with his remains still unaccounted for. In 2019, Martins traveled to Libya to further investigate. The series delves into themes of absence, trauma, and the ethics of documentary photography, incorporating images, sound installations, a short film featuring text by Will Self, and slide projections. Upcoming exhibitions are set for Austria, Brazil, Ireland, and Lisbon. Additionally, Martins has been shortlisted for the 2024 Aesthetica Art Prize, which accepts entries until August 31, 2024, offering a £10,000 prize.