Asghar Khamseh

Fire of Hatred

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Location:

Tehran, Iran

LensCulture Awards:

Exposure Awards 2015, Finalist

Magnum Photography Awards 2016, Finalist, Portrait

Agencies:

Mehr News Agency

About Asghar Khamseh

From 2005 Asghar Khamseh began photographing for various organizations and newspapers in Iran.
His coverage of the events in Iran, particularly the human rights situation in the country has been active. Asghar participated in several group exhibitions and festivals of various ranks in Iran's photo scene.

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Exposure Awards 2015
Magnum Photography Awards 2016
Fire of Hatred

Asghar Khamseh

In Iran, some vengeful lovers, spurned suitors or aggrieved family members turn to the awful, violent act of acid-throwing to exact revenge. This portrait series gives a platform for the victims to speak out.

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Fire of Hatred