Willem Deenik

Willem Deenik is an educator at heart. More than 20 years ago Willem Deenik came to Asia driven by the spirit of adventure and a yearning to experience the different cultures in the region. After visiting most countries in Southeast Asia he finally settled in Thailand where he embedded himself in the rural life of upcountry Isan, learned the Thai language and started a family.

Three years later he moved to Bangkok and worked for several companies before starting a series of his own businesses in industries ranging from real estate to online marketing. Finally, and after more than 15 years, Willem established his current company, Fame Lights Co., Ltd., to focus on his passion for photography.

Based on many years of experience working with Thai people and a strong affection for teaching, he also started conducting cultural workshops to share his insights and help other foreigners who were interested in establishing a foothold in Thailand.

To combine both photography and teaching, Willem created a new platform called Fame Lights Academy where he now runs workshops related to creativity, culture, and communication skills.