When it comes to idyllic luxurious escapes, few can match the credentials of The Datai Langkawi. Always a step ahead in bringing new experiences to guests, the award-winning Malaysian resort has added another feather in its cap. This October, The Datai Langkawi is hosting a photography workshop.

Teaming up with award winning photographer SC Shekar, celebrated Langkawi naturalist Irshad Mobarak and digital imaging expert Wesley Wong, the resort is hosting a three-day photography workshop, from 26 to 30 October 2022.

Offering unprecedented access to decades of combined experience at the very top of their fields, the exclusive four-night package allows a limited number of budding photographers to explore the beauty of Langkawi and learn how to capture its magic with their lenses, at all stages of the process.

As a matter of fact, we can’t think of a better locale than The Datai Langkawi for such an endeavour. Surrounded by majestic landscapes and culture, the luxurious getaway offers abundant magical photo opportunities.

For instance, the rising arches of the primordial Gunung Machinchang rock formation can be shot sheathed in morning mist or bathed in afternoon sunshine from Teluk Datai (Datai Bay).  The beaches that make Langkawi famous include Pantai Kok, with its backdrop of imposing rainforests and sheer sandstone cliffs, and the tranquil limestone formation seascapes of Tanjung Rhu.

The UNESCO-listed Kilim Karst Geoforest Park offers magnificent mangrove swamps and tiny islands embraced by emerald waters. There’s also a mesmerising diversity of wildlife, from Crab-eating Macaques and Dusky Langurs; giant squirrels; slow lorises; civets and eagles, to the unique colugo or flying lemur, the world’s only flying primate.

Shared Expertise

To ensure guests get their picture perfect shots during the photography workshop, The Datai Langkawi has roped in the expertise of renowned photojournalist SC Shekar. Armed with 40-years if experience in news and commercial disciplines as well as documentaries, Shekar is the perfect guide for guests to discover the many interesting facets of Langkawi through his unique lens.

Also lending his expertise during the photography workshop at The Datai Langkawi is renowned naturalist Irshad Mobarak. Accompanies the sessions, Mobarak will share his deep knowledge and love of the natural environment and its resident species, honed over 25 years studying and leading nature tours in Langkawi, and spearheading significant research and conservation projects.

On the final day of the workshop, Wesley Wong, digital imaging expert and printing maestro, joins participants to lead them through the creation of a beautiful high-resolution print for each to take home.  His profound knowledge in colour management and digital printmaking will no doubt enhance every photograph, ensuring guests will have a perfect memento to take home to remind them of their experience.

Go here for more information on the experiences available at The Datai Langkawi including the upcoming photography workshop.

(Images: SC Shekar and The Datai Langkawi)