Event photography with a designer's eye

Melbourne photographer. Design background. Corporate events, exhibitions, conventions. Let’s create your visual archive.

Event Photography Portfolio

I bring a design background to corporate events, which means your coverage gets shot with intention, not just documentation. Clean compositions, fast turnaround, no drama. Currently offering discounted rates ($200-300) for corporate events while building portfolio

Art Exhibition Opening

Art Exhibition Opening

Evening gala coverage for local art exhibition opening night

EXHIBITION
Art Exhibition Opening

Art Exhibition Opening

Evening gala coverage for local art exhibition opening night

EXHIBITION
Art Exhibition Opening

Art Exhibition Opening

Local art exhibition opening

EXHIBITION
Art Exhibition Opening

Art Exhibition Opening

Local art exhibition opening

EXHIBITION
Art Exhibition Opening

Art Exhibition Opening

Local art exhibition opening

EXHIBITION
Portrait Session

Portrait Session

portrait session at the art exhibition opening night

PORTRAIT
About David Montana
72hr
Edited galleries delivered within 3 days, not 3 weeks
VIC
Available across Victoria, occasional interstate

Event Photography with a Designer's Eye

Professional Photographer & Visual Storyteller

I’m David Montana, a Melbourne photographer who spent 10 years in graphic design before picking up a camera professionally. This means I don’t just document your event. I understand how these images actually get used.

Marketing needs clean, consistent shots. Social media needs variety and candid energy. Internal comms needs the moments that show culture, not just logos. I shoot with all of this in mind because I’ve been on the other side, briefing photographers who didn’t get it.

I work best with clients who understand that good event photography is an investment in how your brand shows up. If you need someone who arrives on time, captures everything without creating drama, and delivers a gallery you can actually use.

What I Bring to Your Event

Corporate Events

Discrete coverage that doesn't interrupt presentations or networking. Natural lighting solutions for windowless conference rooms. Executive headshots that actually look like the person.

Exhibitions

Product photography on-site while the booth is live. Wide shots that show your branding in context. Crowd engagement moments that prove people showed up.

Conventions

Full-day coverage of keynotes, breakouts, and networking moments. The energy between sessions that tells the real story.

Post-Production

Color-corrected galleries within 72 hours. Straightforward licensing, you own the images. Selects and full galleries available.

Behind the Lens

Process notes, gear decisions, and what I'm learning about event photography in Melbourne. Honest takes on what actually works.

Why I Share My Event Work on Instagram (And Why You Should Follow)

Why I Share My Event Work on Instagram (And Why You Should Follow)

The strategy behind my social media presence and how it benefits your authentic brand image.

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3 Things I Learned Switching from Graphic Design to Event Photography

3 Things I Learned Switching from Graphic Design to Event Photography

How my background in design influences my composition and storytelling.

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What to Expect When You Book Me for Your Event

What to Expect When You Book Me for Your Event

A walkthrough of my process from the first inquiry to the final gallery delivery.

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Why I Don't Shoot Weddings (And What I Shoot Instead)

Why I Don't Shoot Weddings (And What I Shoot Instead)

Focusing on corporate and event photography allows me to deliver specialized quality.

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Let's Talk About Your Event

Melbourne-based, available across Victoria. I typically book 2-4 weeks out, though last-minute coverage is sometimes possible. Standard gallery turnaround is 72 hours.

Good fit:

Corporate events, exhibitions, conventions where you need reliable coverage and fast delivery.

Not a fit:

Weddings, personal celebrations, heavily art-directed shoots.

Connect with Me

Location

Melbourne, Victoria