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Art Mastery Studio

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$140
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Responds in about 5 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 28 times

Serves Chapel Hill, 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.

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Facebook, Instagram

Services offered
Headshot type
Photoshoot location

Photo studio

Outdoors

Office

Home

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Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

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

Exceptional 5.0

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Joeby C.

4 weeks ago

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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!
Commercial 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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Aniekan A.

Nov 11, 2025

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I had an amazing experience! He was professional, creative, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the shoot. The photos turned out absolutely stunning—beautifully edited, perfectly composed, and full of personality. You can tell he truly love what he does. Highly recommend for anyone looking for top-quality photos and a great experience!

Details: Professional / business • Photo studio • 1 person • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed the experience — it was a pleasure working with you! I’m happy you love the photos and the final edits. Hope to capture more great moments for you again soon! 📸✨
Headshot Photography
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Sandy l.

Jan 6, 2026

Ali did a wonderful job capturing beautiful photos of our three kids, along with several great family shots. He took so many amazing pictures that it was honestly hard to choose our favorites! The quality is excellent, and we're excited to share them. If you choose to do an indoor session, his studio is located downstairs in his home. It was a bit warm on the day of our session, but Ali kept everything running smoothly and professionally. My kids were a little energetic, but Ali was incredibly patient and didn’t mind at all. If you’re looking for high-quality photos at an exceptional value, we highly recommend Ali. We’re very happy with the experience and we look forward to booking more sessions in the future! ***We sadly lost one of our beautiful children shortly after this session, which makes these photos especially meaningful to our family. We are deeply grateful to Ali for capturing them.***
Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and heartfelt words. It truly means a great deal to me that these photos are so meaningful to your family. I’m deeply honored to have been able to capture those moments for you, and I’m grateful for your trust. Your children were wonderful, and it was a pleasure working with your family. I sincerely appreciate your recommendation and look forward to working with you again whenever you’re ready.
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Nyota P.

Nov 6, 2025

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Very talented! Everything from start to finish was spectacular! He captured some amazing shots! We are so impressed! Will definitely use Art Mastery Studio again!

Details: Graduation portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Art Mastery Studio's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌟 It was an absolute pleasure working with you, and I’m thrilled to hear you loved the photos. I truly appreciate your trust in Art Mastery Studio and look forward to capturing more great moments together in the future! 📸✨
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