About Us

About Samantha Souza

Samantha grew up in Los Angeles, California. It was there that she found her passion for photography. She studied under Elizabeth Dupuy, starting out in film (not digital) photography on a manual camera. She learned her way around a dark room, and fell in love. At first, Samantha enjoyed the creative freedom a dark room provided, actively advocating "old-fashioned" photography. It was then that she was hired to photograph young people in the San Fernando Valley using Digital SLR cameras, and she was amazed by the possibilities. She studied Photoshop and learned what can be done to take a so-so photo to great heights! She then started taking headshots in Los Angeles and fell in love with capturing the essense of someone in an attempt to get them jobs, and decided to make it a business...which brings us here!! Samantha has since moved to New York City. Being an actor and director herself, she knows what goes into producing a successful headshot that will get you seen! Isn't that the point after all?

(Note: All photos of Samantha on the website were taken herself. Nifty, huh?)

About Ashley Mothershead

(Make Up & Hair)

Ashley grew up in Maryland, where she worked as a MAC cosmetic artist for two years. But it was a great job with "Bumble and bumble" haircare that led her to the big apple!

She enjoys making people flawless for the camera! She believes that if your confident about yourself and how you look, you're pictures will display the best possible 'you' ! Ashley goes a step beyond what you would normally get with your headshot make-up artist. She requires a consultation prior to your shoot day (which can easily be done during your consultation with Samantha), to make sure she has every perfect shade for you on your big day!! You'll feel like a star working with Ashley, and that's just the way she likes it!

Customer Testimonials

"Samantha's energy helps bring out the best in you, which is clearly reflected in your photos."

-Tema Louise Sall

"Samantha won't stop shooting until she's captured the composition and light that she knows will capture your true personality. Not only is she creative, but she's fun to work with. I think the uniqueness of her photography comes from her great personality. There's a wonderful sparkle she can bring out from behind your eyes. And photoshop? She's a mastermind. She's an actor, so she's been there and she understands that this is your most important marketing tool. She's helped me relax and look fabulous."

-Amanda Trusty

Samantha Souza Photography

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