Indo-Caribbean Beauty Magazine Launches “Being Indo-Caribbean” Photo Series

[New York, NY] – Indo-Caribbean Beauty Magazine (ICB) proudly announces the launch of Being Indo-Caribbean, an evocative new photo series blending editorial portraiture with poetry and creative fiction. This ongoing collection offers a profoundly personal and artistic exploration of Indo-Caribbean identity, culture, and heritage through striking visuals and compelling storytelling.

Every photoshoot of Being Indo-Caribbean focuses on a thoughtfully selected theme, blending photography and literary expression to encapsulate the subtleties of the Indo-Caribbean experience. The project aims to bridge the often-existing gap between South Asian and Indo-Caribbean cultures. The first feature, "Dhal," launches this Thursday, 2/20. It explores this staple dish's comforting and symbolic significance in Indo-Caribbean homes. Alongside the captivating portraits are original poems and creative narratives that address nourishment, ancestry, and memory themes.

Bringing this vision to life is a dynamic creative team dedicated to celebrating and redefining Indo-Caribbean representation:

• Shivane Chandool (Creative Director) leads the artistic vision of the series, ensuring that every element—visuals, themes, and narratives—comes together to create a powerful and authentic storytelling experience.

• Saleena Ram (Social Media Director, Stylist, Creative Director, and Winner of the Lotus Beauty Pageant) infuses her distinct and innovative style into the project, curating looks that reflect tradition and modernity.

• Vashnie Prashad (Photographer & Filmmaker) captures the essence of each theme through visually arresting editorial portraits that tell potent stories beyond words.

• Works from our talented writers, Cindy, Amrita, Anjali, and Raiesa, accompany the visuals. Their poetry and creative fiction add depth and emotion to each feature.

• Alongside our creative team, Being Indo-Caribbean will highlight and collaborate with Indo-Caribbean artists and businesses, uplifting local talent and entrepreneurs within our community.

"This series is about storytelling in every sense—visually, poetically, and emotionally," said Shivane Chandool, Creative Director of Indo-Caribbean Beauty Magazine. "Through these editorial portraits and written works, we aim to honor the beauty, resilience, and complexity of what it means to be Indo-Caribbean."

Being Indo-Caribbean will release new features on a rolling basis across ICB's digital platforms, with each edition diving into different cultural symbols, traditions, and contemporary expressions of identity.

We invite businesses and brands that align with our mission to join us in amplifying Indo-Caribbean voices. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those who wish to support this project and gain visibility within our growing audience. For sponsorship inquiries, please email shivane@indocaribbeanbeautymagazine.com.

About Indo-Caribbean Beauty Magazine

Indo-Caribbean Beauty Magazine (ICB) is a platform dedicated to celebrating Indo-Caribbean culture, beauty, and identity through storytelling, art, and community engagement. Our mission is to amplify diverse voices and create space for authentic representation.

Follow the series on Instagram @indocaribbeanbeautymag and Indocaribbeanbeautymagazine.com.