Our latest issue – Issue 4: Re(framing) Identity is available to preorder: Preorder Now
For this issue, Tiga Mata invites photographers from Southeast Asia to pause and reflect on the meaning of identity — as something whole, complex, and ever-evolving.
Curated by guest editor Caron Toshiko, this theme emerges from her personal journey of deconstructing and reimagining identity — as a woman, the eldest child in her family, and someone navigating societal roles and expectations. She reflects: How have the norms around me shaped the way I behave, speak, and see myself? What labels have been placed on me by family, tradition, or history; and which ones have I chosen to reclaim, resist, or rewrite?
Tiga Mata is a bi-annual photography zine rooted in Southeast Asia, dedicated to showcasing bold, personal, and place-based visual narratives. Started by Zontiga, each issue revolves around a distinct theme and is curated in collaboration with guest editors, offering fresh perspectives that reflect the region’s diverse and evolving photographic voices.
With a strong focus on emerging photographers and artists, Tiga Mata is more than just a publication—it’s a space for reflection, experimentation, and dialogue. Grounded in community and craft, it celebrates work that expands the possibilities of Southeast Asian photography, where new perspectives take shape and honest stories come into focus
Each issue of Tiga Mata captures a unique moment, story, and perspective from the region. Complete your collection and revisit the evolving narratives that shape Southeast Asian photography.
