Byron is a Malaysian documentary photographer based in Malaysia and the UK. A self-taught photographer, Byron has a background in medicine and has worked as a medical doctor for over 10 years. Driven by a passion for photography, he pursued a Masters in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography at the University of the Arts, London and graduated with a distinction. All of his experiences in medicine have informed him of the importance of observation, emotional connection and empathy in exploring the lives of his subjects. His main documentary interests are on navigating social issues, identity, the clash of cultures and exploring the lives of those who live in the margins.
Awards/Achievements:
2026: Royal Photographic Society (RPS) International Photography Exhibition 167 (Project Final Shortlist) – The Flower & The Wall.
2026: Guest Artist Talk. Millenium Gallery. Sheffield, UK.
2026: Kranj Foto Fest, Slovenia (Open Call Winner) – The Flower & The Wall, Project Exhibition.
2026: British Journal of Photography (Issue 7925 – Featured Project) – The Flower & The Wall.
2026: FOAM Talent. FOAM Amsterdam and FOAM Magazine.
2025: MA Photojournalism and Documentary Photography (Distinction). University of the Arts, London
2025: Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize (Shortlisted for the top prize – Third Place). Exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, London.
2025: Paris Photo Carte Blanche Award (Project Finalist) – The Flower & The Wall.
2025: Exhibition at Photofusion Gallery, Brixton, London.
2024: Artist-in-Residence / Photographer, Stamford Shakespeare Company, Tolethorpe Hall, Stamford.
2023: Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize (Finalist). Exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, London.
2022: Europe Queer Photo Festival. Exhibition. Serbia.
2020: Portrait of Britain (Winner). Exhibition around the UK.