Portrait of María Isabel Bulaín Montes de Oca on the altar of the Virgin of Regla
Havana Cuba
#Documentary#Photography
Jan 24, 2025
This poignant portrait captures María Isabel Bulaín Montes de Oca, honoring her memory on the altar of the Virgin of Regla, in Havana, on January 19th, 2024. María Isabel tragically became one of the 47 victims of the Saratoga hotel explosion that occurred on May 6th, 2022. At the time of the disaster, she was working as an employee at the hotel, a space that was once a hub of life and activity. This image serves as a tribute to her life and the profound loss felt by her family and community. Through this visual narrative, we reflect on the fragility of life and the enduring spirit of those who remain.
