Roots Project - Portraits by Nikhol Esterás

Portraits of rural Oaxacan elders between the ages of 68 and 94, is part of the Roots Project (Proyecto Raices) by Nikhol Esterás Roberts. This photographer's work has been published by Matador Network, an travel site.

Esteras Roberts' images shows us the story of elderly people living in poverty by showing us their face and hands. Today our society disrespects elderly citizens by marginalizing them and leaving them to live alone in poverty. This images shine light on their dignity. To see the pictures click here.

(Photo © Nikhol Esterás - All Rights Reserved)

For more about this photographer please visit her website: nikholesterasphotography.com