This photograph was shot in Honduras during a nutrition and healthy cooking class for mothers in June of 2011. María is a Lenca women, one of the indigenous populations of Honduras famous for their brightly colored pañuelos (head scarves). Lencan women are often very shy, but when one gains confianza (trust), they have some of the brightest faces and kind natures.
This photograph not only provides a physical depiction of Maria, but her inner nature as well; happy, energetic and full of life.