Milan Swolfs is a fine art portrait photographer born in Antwerp, Belgium, renowned for his exquisite visual signature in the burlesque and vintage styles. His work captures the timeless Hollywood glamour of the 1920s and 1930s, showcasing both women and men in bold, confident expressions with a delicate and glamorous touch. He began his career photographing the biggest burlesque events in Europe before shifting his focus to fine art photography. An ambassador for Leica Camera, Milan's work has been published in LFI (Leica Fotografie International), Medium Format Magazine, and Viewfinder. He held his first solo exhibition, "Light of Seduction," at the Leica Store in Porto in 2022. Milan’s portraits are artistic celebrations of individuality and classic beauty, evoking the charm and allure of a bygone era.
“I use Harlowe for its blend of classic design and cutting-edge lighting technology, making it perfect for capturing timeless, cinematic moments. The intuitive, portable lights allow me to shape scenes with precision, giving my work that touch of old Hollywood glamour. Switching color temperatures is a breeze, and the magnetic color gels make experimenting with light so much fun. Plus, the lamps' stunning design often captures the attention of my models—they're as amazed by the lights as they are by the final photos! The fusion of beauty and functionality
keeps everyone intrigued, and it adds a fun, stylish vibe to the shoot.” - Milan Swolfs
