The Miao are a group of culturally-related subgroups that live primarily in Southern China. Some of the subgroups include the Hmong, Hmu and Qho Xiong peoples; within these subgroups there are further divisions. Although the Miao themselves use various designations, the Chinese have traditionally classified them according to the most prominent color of the women’s clothing. The young subject of Mian Situ’s Miao Beauty gracefully embodies the pride and determination of her people.