Fernando Marroquín is a Guatemalan photographer and visual artist whose work focuses on the social and political issues of his home country. Born in Guatemala City in 1975, Marroquín began his career as a photojournalist for the newspaper Prensa Libre. His work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian, and National Geographic.
Marroquín's photography often focuses on the struggles of everyday life in Guatemala, from poverty to violence to environmental degradation. He has documented the effects of climate change on rural communities, as well as the displacement of indigenous people due to mining and other extractive industries. His work has also highlighted the plight of refugees fleeing violence in Central America.
In addition to his photography, Marroquín is also an active advocate for human rights and social justice in Guatemala. He is a founding member of the Guatemalan Human Rights Commission (GHRC) and serves on its board of directors. He is also a member of the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ).
Marroquín's work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and at galleries throughout Europe and Latin America. In 2018, he was awarded a prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship for his ongoing project documenting life in Guatemala's highlands region.