Penang remains visually rich and easy to photograph at first glance, especially for first-time visitors. But beneath the surface, it is becoming harder to photograph Penang in a way that feels cohesive and timeless. As heritage buildings collide with modern elements, visual inconsistency limits composition and creative freedom. From a local photographer’s perspective, what once felt inspiring now feels increasingly constrained.

A long-term photography series documenting Penang Monopole Transmission Project and the quiet transformation it brought across sea and land.