The article discusses the impact of violence in Guerrero, Mexico, through the lens of artist Yael Martínez, whose work 'Luciérnagas' reflects on this reality. Following the disappearance of three family members, Martínez connected with community stories of loss. His series features dark photographs with tiny holes that create images of light and shadow, symbolizing the invisible presence of violence. The work addresses the duality of ancestral cultures and the consequences of drug trafficking. Despite its tragic context, 'Luciérnagas' conveys a profound sense of hope amid despair.
Luciérnagas, which translates to fireflies, comes from Martínez's meditation on this extreme brutality that infiltrates daily life and transforms the spirit of a place.
We don't see death in Luciérnaga, but its omnipresence is felt throughout, lingering in the shadows of each photograph.
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