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Inspired by people, place & atmosphere.
Documented with soul on film and digital.

I believe the most honest stories are told when people are given the space to simply be, and for the day to unfold naturally. I move through a wedding like a guest, with a photojournalistic approach shaped by intuition, light and feeling. Working across film and digital, I’m drawn to what is real and unforced, documenting each moment with care and intention.

— Damien

Bundanon Wedding Photographer
Tassie Wedding Photographer
Golden Age Cinema wedding photographer Sydney
Mezzatorre Ischia Wedding Photographer

“Typical of Damien Milan’s work, is a magnetic intensity of closeness. There’s something about the way he captures a moment, something intoxicatingly real and raw…” – THE LANE

Mezzatorre Ischia Wedding Photographer

“From the texture of landscape and dress, to the intimacy of pre-wedding preparatory steps, Damien’s approach is one of telling a story through detail – the quiet drama of technique and of tone.” – THE LANE

Golden Age Cinema Wedding Photographer, Sydney.
Bundanon Art Museum Wedding Photographer
Mezzatorre Ischia Wedding Photographer
Bundanon Wedding Photographer, Australia.
Sydney 35mm Film Wedding Photographer

“All my photography packages include coverage on both digital and 35 mm film Leica rangefinder cameras. I love how the use of film puts me in the right mindset allowing me to be more present and to capture moments in a more soulful and intentional way.” Damien

Tassie Wedding Photographer
Mezzatorre Ischia Wedding Photographer
Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace wedding photographer, Sydney.
Mezzatorre Ischia Wedding Photographer
Blue Mountains Film Wedding Photographer
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Reflecting on these quiet days in the mountains at Reflecting on these quiet days in the mountains at the end of our trip to Japan three months ago. We stayed in a beautiful little cottage next to an old mountain onsen in Saku, and it ended up being our favourite part of the trip. Exploring waterfalls, misty mountain walks, making lasting connections with local creatives, and discovering some of the most beautiful, inspiring and unexpected places along the way.

There was something about the simplicity of life there that really stayed with me. I hope to experience it again someday. 

Film scans @ikigaifilmlab 

#信州 #佐久市 #nagano #35mmfilm #kodakportra400
Katie & Eddie making it official just outside @syd Katie & Eddie making it official just outside @sydneyoperahouse under a low winter sun.

Dress @jennyyoonyc 
Florals @budsandbowers 

#sydneyoperahouse #sydneyelopement #sydneyweddingphotographer #35mmfilm #filmphotographer
It warms my heart knowing Corey & Kaytlin reached It warms my heart knowing Corey & Kaytlin reached out to me before they were officially engaged, then Corey proposed a month later on top of the Empire State Building in NYC.

Last week, we spent about an hour wandering the streets of Sydney, getting to know each other a little more and taking a few shots along the way. I so can’t wait for the bigger celebrations next year!

🎞️ Mix of Kodak VISION3 250D motion picture film and digital. 

Processed and scanned by @ikigaifilmlab ✨

#kodakvision3 #250d #sydneyfilmphotographer #kodakfilm #motionpicturefilm
Nadia & Varun. Two true soulmates. Byron Bay. Pla Nadia & Varun. Two true soulmates. Byron Bay.

Planning & Styling @__elope__

Welcome night
Venue @banks_at_byron
Caterer @mariasbyronbay

Wedding day
Venue @figtreerestaurant
Florals @bloodwoodbotanica
Hair & Makeup @unveilbrides
Celebrant @chiquita_weddings
Photography @damienmilan_photographer
Videography @joelandcourtneyfilms
Bride @nadiamoslemani 
Dress @sophieetvoilabridal 
Veil @kyhabride 
Stationery @the.seasalter
Lighting @byronaudio
DJ @partyliaison

Film scans @ikigaifilmlab

#byronbaywedding #figtreewedding #filmweddingphotographer #35mmfilm #elopebyronbay
Although days are much shorter in winter, this ten Although days are much shorter in winter, this tends to my favourite time of the year to shoot in Australia. 

It has been a minute but I am slowly getting back into the swing of things and excited to share a few images from Liv & Declan’s epic day at @artgalleryofnsw earlier this month. 

Bride @livrowe
Groom @dejay2play 
Dress @sevenwonders_collective 
Cape @grace_loves_lace 
Flowers @isssypods
Hair and makeup @airlieandco 
Film scans @ikigaifilmlab 

#artgalleryofnsw #sydneywedding #filmphotographer #35mm #kodakfilm
Osaka. Warning: this post is a little more philo Osaka. 

Warning: this post is a little more philosophical than my usual ones. Feel free to keep scrolling if that’s not what you’re in the mood for today. ✌🏼

I’ve been sitting with this thought for a little while. It’s made me reflect on what gives a photograph a sense of soul.

I find the work of artists such as Vivian Maier even more significant and inspiring today, in this digital era.

As I understand it, she never intended for her portraits to be seen. It felt more like an urge to keep doing it.

In a world that rewards being seen at all costs, I sometimes wonder what changes when we want the work to be seen before we even begin making it.

It’s a reminder I need from time to time to make photographs for myself first. I care deeply about my clients, but whether my images resonate with them is ultimately out of my control.

Perhaps that’s why I’ve always felt reluctant to try pleasing an algorithm for popularity or success, but somehow I wasn’t able to put that feeling into words until recently. As the owner of a small business for the past fourteen years, I understand the appeal. However, the more I sit with it, the more I wonder what that pursuit does to the soul. Not just the soul of the work, but our own.

Thanks for reading my little philosophical ramble. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.

🎞️ 35 mm film series from Osaka, captured on @kodakprofessional 

Scans by @ikigaifilmlab

#osaka #streetphotography #35mm #leicashooter #japanstreetphotographer

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