The World's Largest Tiger Photographic Exhibition brought to Malaysia by YTL Corp and Save Wild Tigers
Environment 30 October 2024
"If no action is taken wild tigers could be extinct in just ten years across Asia and potentially less than ten years in Malaysia. The "Eye on the Tiger" exhibition helps raise awareness and capture the imagination. We do not want this to be the only lasting record that they ever existed on our precious planet." - Simon Clinton, founder of Save Wild Tigers
In a world where the survival of majestic species like the wild tiger hangs in the balance, the power of visual storytelling cannot be underestimated. The "Eye on the Tiger" photography exhibition is a testament to the ability of art to inspire, educate and mobilise action for conservation. This exhibition not only highlights the beauty and majesty of the world’s largest cats but also underscores the urgent need to protect and preserve these magnificent creatures for future generations.
Direct from London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall, the "Eye on the Tiger" photography exhibition made its debut in Kuala Lumpur on 22 September 2023. The exhibition was held at The Starhill and Lot 10, with both venues showcasing this unique display. As the world’s largest wild tiger photography exhibition, featuring 30 of the world’s leading photographers and 60 stunning images, it provided the ideal platform to raise awareness about the plight of the wild tiger.
"We cannot afford to lose tigers in the wild. As an apex predator, their role in maintaining balance in forest ecosystems is not only necessary, it is critical. YTL Group supports the conservation and protection of all species including spiders, snails, flying foxes, turtles and proboscis monkeys, but the tiger is also an important symbol for our beautiful country. Rampant tigers have supported the shield on the Malaysian coat of arms, and it is now our turn to support them." - Ruth Yeoh, Executive Director of YTL Singapore, Head of Sustainability of YTL Corporation
Organised by the conservation organisation and long-term YTL partner, Save Wild Tigers, the exhibition’s launch event at The Starhill was hosted by Elaine Daly and attended by numerous conservation partners, media representatives and YTL Corp’s representatives, including Ruth Yeoh, Head of Sustainability and Ralph Dixon, Executive Director of Sustainability. A subsequent media launch featured HRH Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah, The Crown Prince of Pahang Darul Makmur, as the guest of honour, along with several diplomatic ambassadors.
All images were available for purchase, with proceeds going to Save Wild Tigers and their Malaysian conservation partners, the Habitat Foundation and RIMAU. Donations to the Habitat Foundation from the exhibition will support the establishment of the Al-Sultan Abdullah Tiger Reserve in Pahang, aiding in the recovery of the critically endangered Malayan Tiger.
HRH Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah, The Crown Prince of Pahang Darul Makmur (left) and Simon Clinton (right) admire the artwork at the exhibition. Photo credit: Courtesy of Pahang Palace
Photo by Andy Rouse, Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris) silhouette Ranthambhore, India
"If no action is taken wild tigers could be extinct in just ten years across Asia and potentially less than ten years in Malaysia. The "Eye on the Tiger" exhibition helps raise awareness and capture the imagination. We do not want this to be the only lasting record that they ever existed on our precious planet." - Simon Clinton, founder of Save Wild Tigers
"We cannot afford to lose tigers in the wild. As an apex predator, their role in maintaining balance in forest ecosystems is not only necessary, it is critical. YTL Group supports the conservation and protection of all species including spiders, snails, flying foxes, turtles and proboscis monkeys, but the tiger is also an important symbol for our beautiful country. Rampant tigers have supported the shield on the Malaysian coat of arms, and it is now our turn to support them." - Ruth Yeoh, Executive Director of YTL Singapore, Head of Sustainability of YTL Corporation
HRH Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah, The Crown Prince of Pahang Darul Makmur (left) and Simon Clinton (right) admire the artwork at the exhibition. Photo credit: Courtesy of Pahang Palace
Photo by Andy Rouse, Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris) silhouette Ranthambhore, India
