Austin Santangelo is an American photographer born in Michigan in 1996, currently based in Los Angeles. Working primarily with film, his practice moves between portraiture and fine-art imagery — drawn to quieter moments, familiar environments, and the kind of presence that feels lived in rather than constructed. The slower pace of film informs his approach broadly, emphasizing intention, patience, and trust in the process. After an early period of recognition and time away from the medium, he returned with a clearer sense of direction and restraint. Alongside his personal work, he operates at the intersection of art, design, and storytelling. This portfolio is an evolving archive — a reflection of ongoing practice rather than a finished statement.