There is a very large Chinese presence in Yangon. At its heart is Chinatown, a warren of narrow streets piled high with baskets, produce, delicacies, crafts, flowers, songbirds, and crabs. I waited for this preoccupied shopper to walk out of the deep shadows and into this tiny spot of sunlight in order to make this picture. The interplay of light and shadow in this image reinforces the mood, and perhaps the frustrations of the shopper herself. It is the eve of the Chinese New Year, and her expression tells us that she is intently searching for something she needs, yet cannot quite remember what it is, or where she can find it. Maybe she is trying to sort out her options, as well. By surrounding her in darkness, I imply these unknowns – the unanswered questions of a busy shopper.