In June 2010, we visited Burma. Under an oppressive military dictatorship, we witnessed life in one of the most isolated and repressed places in the world. Yet beneath extreme poverty and tragic decades of military rule, the spirit of the people touched us deeply.
This week reform is blossoming across the beautiful country of Burma. We remember the hushed whispers about then prisoned “The Lady.” Two years later that lady is free and this week claims victory to a historic election. Cautiously hopeful a new day is dawning in Burma, here are portraits of the gently resilient Burmese.
Parasol Makers | Inle Lake, Burma
Thanaka Baby | Bagan, Burma
Fisherman | Inle Lake, Burma
The Long Walk Home | Inle Lake, Burma
Cheroot, Burmese Cigar | Bagan, Burma
Boat Driver | Inle Lake, Burma
Giving of the Alms | Mandalay, Burma
Luongi Maker Hard at Work | Mandalay, Burma
Karen Woman | Inle Lake, Burma
Scenes from Inle Lake | Burma
Rush Hour | Yangon, Burma
Lady Shepherd | Bagan, Burma
Street Vendor | Yangon, Burma
Morning Commute | Mandalay, Burma
Baby on Board | Inle Lake, Burma
