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Skip the usual city break. Meet Iban longhouse hosts, rainforest wildlife guides, and mountain hosts on a handpicked side of Malaysia.

Malaysia Things to Do: Rare Wildlife, Off the Grid

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<p>Radzi is a fourth-generation Langkawi islander and trained ceramic artist with a background in sculpture and fine arts. In 2015, he returned to Langkawi and opened Ilham Ceramic Studio — the first dedicated ceramic studio on the island — on land passed down from his grandfather.</p>

<p>Seeing an opportunity to create more authentic local souvenirs, Radzi began crafting ceramics inspired by Langkawi’s natural landscapes, culture and everyday life. His work includes handmade bowls, plates, cups and other functional pieces, while helping to establish and grow Langkawi’s local ceramic arts scene.</p>

Radzi, a fourth-generation Langkawi islander, opened the island’s first ceramic studio on his grandfather’s land. Browse and book his ceramic workshops.

Ilham Ceramic: Ceramic Workshops in Langkawi

Ilham Ceramic

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Radzi is a fourth-generation Langkawi islander and trained ceramic artist with a background in sculpture and fine arts. In 2015, he returned to Langkawi and opened Ilham Ceramic Studio — the first dedicated ceramic studio on the island — on land passed down from his grandfather.

Seeing an opportunity to create more authentic local souvenirs, Radzi began crafting ceramics inspired by Langkawi’s natural landscapes, culture and everyday life. His work includes handmade bowls, plates, cups and other functional pieces, while helping to establish and grow Langkawi’s local ceramic arts scene.