Throughout history, Indigenous Bolivian women have had an uphill battle.

They’re so proud of their ancestors and heritage, something that I also value very much.

It was a combination of culture, beauty and defiance that I just had to capture.

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Luna related to their story from the very first moment.

One of the things I appreciated the most about theCholitas Bravasis their connection with their mothers and grandmothers.

Each of their personalities also shines through their choice of accessories, from Bart Simpson socks to custom skateboards.

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

It was so special to share this adventure with her.

She also loves to travel so she was IN the moment I asked to come with me.

I got to get to know them more.

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Skating has changed their lives and they want to share that same passion with other women.

To stay up to date with Luna’sCholitas Bravasseries and her other work, you could follow her onInstagram.

They’re so proud of their ancestors and heritage, something that I also value very much.

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

It was a combination of culture, beauty and defiance that I just had to capture.

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits

Cholitas Skaters from Bolivia Fly on Their Skateboards in This Series of Empowering Portraits