Document Your Roots -
Capture Your Heritage
with HERITAGE DOCUMENTED
“After replanting my roots back in Croatia, I have come to appreciate the deep connection to my ancestry, my heritage.”
“I am honored to capture, document and produce your family’s unique story from my favorite spot, behind the lens.”
“I’ve photographed many musical moments and heroes, and now it’s time to make your family’s legacy the rockstars.”
Heritage Documentary Video
Picture yourself soaring above your ancestral village and witnessing the very landscape that shaped your family’s story.
Heritage Photo Album
Now imagine holding a beautifully crafted coffee table book, filled with stunning photographs of the village where generations left their footprints, the home where your parents or grandparents grew up, and the familiar faces of any cherished relatives who remain there.
Our Services
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Personalized Documentation: We travel to your family's village or town and meticulously photograph their ancestral home, capturing its unique character and history.
Stunning Video Footage: Experience your family's homeland from both bird’s eye perspective with professionally edited drone footage as well as drive & walk-through video, showcasing the beauty of the landscape and architecture, captured in high-definition.
Convenient Video Access: Enjoy easy access to your video with a private and secure web link, allowing you to download and share your family's history with ease.
Heirloom Photo Album: Receive a professionally designed Photo Album that masterfully tells your family's story, a treasured keepsake that you can share with generations to come.
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Order additional copies to share your family’s legacy with loved ones. > click for More Album Info
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Turn your favorite photographs into timeless wall art with fine art prints.
Behind the Lens
Zoran Orlić is an accomplished Croatian-born photographer renowned for decades of success capturing the raw energy and soul of the music world. His deep passion for music has fueled a remarkable career photographing iconic bands and live performances, revealing the true emotion and humanity behind every artist. His work has appeared in numerous magazines including a Rolling Stone cover, music packaging, promotional ads, videos, and a published photography book on The Frames.
Now, that same powerful passion drives Zoran’s exciting new project—documenting people's heritage through intimate photography and compelling visual storytelling. Expanding beyond music, he explores the villages, towns, and cities that shape cultural identities, using both still images and dynamic video—including drone and handheld footage—to create evocative mini films and documentaries. Alongside the video and photographs, each project is accompanied by a beautifully crafted, high-quality coffee table book, offering a tangible and enduring celebration of these rich cultural stories. Through his lens, Zoran Orlić continues to honor the spirit of human connection, whether in music or heritage, with empathy, artistry, and profound respect.
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Daniel Johnston + Jeff Tweedy + Father John Misty + Kronos Quartet + LOW + Lucinda Williams + Mavis Staples + Neil Young + Nick Lowe + Oliver Dragojević + Richard Thompson + The Frames/Glen Hansard + The National + Trampled by Turtles + Wilco + Willie Nelson
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Blurt + Guitar Player + Hot Press + Magnet + Mojo + Modern Drummer + Paste + Spin + Tape Op + The New York Times + Relix + Rockerilla + Rolling Stone + Uncut + Vision + Access/Virus keyboard + Anderson Miller ltd + Apple iTunes/Music + Fender Guitar + GHS Strings + Innocence Project + Martin Guitar Company
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Coachella + Farm Aid + Freshgrass + Lollapalooza + PJ20 + Solid Sound
Anti + Ato + Dbm + Nonsuch + Subpop + Scardona + Thrill Jockey + Vapor + Warner Music + Yeproc
What People Are Saying
“ From sweeping arial views to closeups of small details, Zoran didn’t just document our village, he helped bring to the surface all the family histories, emotion and love that is embodied in our ancestral land. Every shot brought tears of remembrance but also hope for the future. ”
— Ante
“ This is such a gorgeous and moving video! Zoran has managed to capture all of Vučevica’s natural beauty and has expertly paired it with music that evokes such strong emotions. I was so moved from the very start that I had to re-watch it immediately to be able to fully process and appreciate all of it. With my dad having passed away just over a year ago and my uncles a short time before him, it is so nice to have this video to honor and remember them by. Seeing the tiny stone house where they were born and raised is a reminder of the sacrifices they made and the legacy of love they created. This is a wonderful keepsake that will definitely be passed on to future generations in our family. I would highly encourage anyone whose roots are from Croatia to have a video and book created of their ancestral land sooner than later. With the rate of construction there, the land will likely look vastly different in the years to come. ”
— Mary
“ This video was truly a breathtaking adventure. Visually stunning. The music enhanced the scenery and elevated the experience. I saw my father's village with a sense of nostalgia and yet, I saw it through a new and unique perspective as well. This had such a profound emotional impact. I smiled and laughed and at times cried. A wonderful journey combining past and present while looking forward to a promising future! This is artwork masterfully crafted. Recommended wholeheartedly and without reservation! ”
— Louis
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It is always an inspiring experience when engaging in conversation with clients who seek to reconnect with their heritage, as each individual possesses a unique and captivating story. I can’t wait to get started on creating a timeless documentation of your roots!
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