Abhi Chinniah

Guest writer

Abhi Chinniah is a portrait photographer and writer. Her ongoing work celebrates the diverse cultures existing in Aotearoa. Drawing from her lived experiences, Abhi uses portraiture to elevate marginalised voices, women of colour, migrant communities, and everything in between. Find Abhi on Instagram: @ramiistudio

Image: Tina Tiller

The Sunday Essay: On code switching and finding my voice

For some people, I sound too Malaysian. For others, not Malaysian enough.

By Abhi Chinniah | 14th April, 2024

That’s not my name

That’s not my name

My non-European name is just as important to me as yours is to you. Please treat it with respect.

By Abhi Chinniah | 13th January, 2022

Left: making murukku (Photo by Abhi Chinniah; design Tina Tiller); right: a kōlam (Photo: Getty Images)

A Deepavali celebration in locked down Auckland

With my family far away, the Malaysian community here in Auckland helps me observe these treasured traditions.

By Abhi Chinniah | 3rd November, 2021