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Art Mastery Studio

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$160
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Responds in about 27 min

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About
Welcome to Art Mastery Studio Hi, I’m Ali Samei, founder of Art Mastery Studio. Since 2024 in North Carolina, I bring 30+ years of international photography experience to capture moments that tell compelling stories. Why Choose Art Mastery Studio? Award-Winning Expertise: Winner of 120+ international and national photography awards, including the prestigious MFIAP (Master FIAP) distinction from the International Federation of Photographic Art. Global Perspective: As a jury member for 113 international exhibitions across 23 countries, I bring a unique artistic vision to every project. Excellence in Presentation: With 11 solo exhibitions and 25 photo books edited, I ensure your photos are not just captured but artistically curated. Our Services Art Mastery Studio specializes in: Portrait Photography: Highlighting your personality with elegance. Product Photography: Perfect for showcasing your brand’s uniqueness. Real Estate Photography: Capturing properties in their best light (MLS standards, 360° Virtual Tours, Interior & Exterior, Twilight Photography). Special Events: Preserving memories that matter most. At Art Mastery Studio, every project is treated with precision, passion, and professionalism. Let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life! Discounts for multiple sessions or repeat clients!
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 50 times

Serves Apex, NC

Background checked

1 employee

2 years in business

Business hours

Sun7:00 am - 11:59 pmMon7:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

Social media

Facebook, Instagram

Services offered
Photo usage
Photoshoot location

Photo studio

Outdoors

Home

Office

Photoshoot type

Corporate / business

Fashion / jewelry

Portrait / headshot

Interior architecture / real estate

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Exceptional 5.0

23 reviews

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Victoria G.

Apr 4, 2026

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I cannot recommend Ali enough! From start to finish, our family photo session was a seamless and amazing experience. Ali is a true professional with a fantastic eye for composition, and he managed to capture our family’s personality and radiant smiles perfectly. He guided us through the posing and setup with such ease and patience, making the entire shoot feel effortless. His attention to detail, lighting, and the final quality of the gallery exceeded all our expectations. If you are looking for a top-tier photographer who is highly skilled and produces high-end results, look no further than Ali. We are absolutely in love with these memories!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • My home, venue, etc.

Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure photographing your family. I’m thrilled to hear that you loved the experience and the final photos. Capturing your family’s personality and smiles made the session truly enjoyable. I really appreciate your recommendation and kind support!
Portrait Photography
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Sarah n.

2 weeks ago

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Ali did a phenomenal job with our real estate photography session! The photos turned out better then we could have imagined and we are so happy with them! I would recommend Ali’s services to anyone in need of photography work. He was very responsive, on time, quick and professional. His turn around time was also very quick and every photo looked great. We will certainly be using him again in the future! Highly recommend!😃

Details: Real estate sale photos • 1 property • Residential • 1000 - 2000 sq ft • I'm flexible

Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. I truly appreciate it. I’m really glad you’re happy with the photos and the overall experience. It was a pleasure working with you, and I look forward to helping you again on future projects.
Real Estate and Architectural Photography
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Tatiana J.

Jan 13, 2026

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I reached out to Ali to take some family photos at our home. He was so responsive from the start & was punctual upon arrival. We had 4 kids under 5 to wrangle and he was incredibly patient, flexible & knew how to get right angles. Ali was very professional and we will definitely hire him again.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Home • My home, venue, etc.

Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was truly a pleasure working with you and your family. I really appreciate your trust, especially with such a lively group of little ones! I’m glad the experience felt smooth and comfortable, and that you were happy with the results. I’d be more than happy to work with you again in the future. Thank you again for choosing Art Mastery Studio.
Portrait Photography
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Manil p.

4 days ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

I had a wonderful experience working with Ali for our maternity photoshoot. He was incredibly professional, attentive, and made sure every detail was taken care of. He even visited the location beforehand to ensure it was the perfect setting for the shoot. Ali carefully curated all of the photos I selected and also provided his own beautifully edited versions, which I truly appreciated. His attention to detail and dedication to delivering high-quality work really stood out. I highly recommend Ali to anyone looking for a talented and professional photographer, and I would absolutely work with him again in the future!

Details: Maternity portrait • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography
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Joeby C.

Jan 20, 2026

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Ali at Art Mastery Studio was great to work with—fast, professional, and reliable. I had a short notice for a shoot and Ali was more than accommodating. He was efficient with the shoot and delivered the finished photos as and when expected. The quality exceeded expectations: clean, well-lit images with angles that made the space feel open and spacious. He also went the extra mile by setting up visuals on the TV screens, which was a thoughtful touch and showed attention to detail. Overall, friendly, trustworthy service with excellent execution. I’d absolutely work with Ali again and would recommend him without hesitation.

Details: Home • Website • Interior architecture / real estate • My home, venue, etc.

Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m really glad I could accommodate the short notice and deliver exactly what you needed. I truly appreciate you noticing the details and the effort to make the space look its best. Your feedback means a lot, and I’d be more than happy to work with you again anytime. Thanks again for the recommendation!
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