About Us
Who We Are
We’re fondly known as ‘Photo Akkas’—a name that truly reflects the spirit of our collective. What began as a small space to share work opportunities has grown into a community of young and emerging women and non-binary lens-based artists across India.
For us, it’s all about growing together and lifting each other up—and that’s what makes this community so special. It’s a space built on mutual support, creativity, and a shared purpose: amplifying the voices of women and non-binary artists in photography and cinema. In an industry where men have long had the spotlight, we’re working towards creating a more balanced and equitable space for everyone.
This initiative is founded by Gayatri Nair—an inspiring art educator and co-founder of the Chennai Photo Biennale Foundation.
Our aim is to
Become one of us
- We warmly invite women, female-identifying, and non-binary photographers, videographers, and filmmakers residing in India to join us.
- To apply, simply fill out this membership form. Once your application is approved, we’ll get in touch with more details about the next steps and how you can actively participate in our vibrant community.