Fine art photographer specializing in beauty photography & art direction.


I’m a bi-coastal fine art photographer and art director with a deep love for beauty—its textures, contradictions, and emotional resonance. With a background in art history and studio art, I approach photography through a visual language shaped by centuries of artistic exploration.

My work lives at the intersection of art and commerce, blending intimacy with polish, provocation with softness. I aim to create images that feel like a pause—moments of quiet depth in a world that moves too fast.

I’m drawn to layered stories, sensorial details, and the quietly powerful. Whether I’m shooting for an editorial or a brand, I bring a painter’s eye, a collaborator’s heart, and an editor’s instincts.

If you’re seeking imagery that evokes feelings and leaves a lasting impression, I’d love to explore what we could create together.

sam (@) samanthawolov.com
301.467.7354

San Francisco • New York • Los Angeles