Peter Hurley Photography

Peter Hurley is fantastic. I have never had the honor of being photographed by him, but have been to a lighting seminar of his and watched his Youtube videos. If you want the bright, beautiful lighting look, then he is one of the best. I am also a professional photographer myself, and love his lighting style. He is also a great and bringing the best energy and angles out of his subjects. He has a keen eye for your face.

Peter Hurley is amazing!!! I could not be more happy with the final result from our work together. The makeup artist he works with is great too, and his assistant is nice, very accommodating and prompt. Overall it was a really fun experience; and I’m so happy with my headshots!

Peter Hurley is the BEST! He’s a photography master. I’ve done two headshot sessions and one group photo shoot. He captures your personality in photos and knows how to make the shots interesting and reflective of your individual character. Even in group shots, each person stands out in their own way thanks to Peter’s suggestions and guidance.
Peter is extremely personable and made me feel like we were old friends the first time I met him. The atmosphere in his studio feels fun, cool and casual while the shots come out professional, unique and just all-​around amazing. One of the best parts of the session is that Peter gives constant feedback and takes time to show you your photos throughout the session so you know which poses look best/​what faces you should stop making/​whether you should change into a different color (clothing changes are encouraged). He’ll teach you how to «squinch,» which makes you look way cooler than you are (or maybe that’s just me) and looks fantastic in the photos.
Overall, a Peter Hurley Photography session is an excellent experience that I’d recommend for anyone looking for a headshot to stand out from the rest. SHABANG!

I shot with Peter in NY back in 2005 and again today (almost exactly ten yrs later!) The first round of shots in 2005 were the best shots I had ever had and until we shot again they still were. He’s so much fun, extremely talented, and worth every penny! Just do it! You won’t regret it. I’m so glad he shoots in LA too!

There is nothing not to love about shooting with this man. Loved it! Peter is awesome! Francisco is a very talented make up artist and Jessica was a sweetheart. I had a great experience overall!
I will not trade my new photographer for nothing in this world!

Peter Hurley is unique, hysterically funny, big hearted and simply the best at what he does. I was no easy subject, but he still found a way to make me look like a rock star. His techniques are refreshingly unorthodox and if you are willing to let him do his thing, you will learn first hand why he is so well regarded Worth the investment and then some.

Sure Peter’s expensive and yeah his method if kind of insane, but he takes the best head shots in the country and has over 1,500 other photographers wanting to learn how he does what he does on his on-​line site.
I’m an actor new to New York after 25 years in LA and needed something to set me apart from the pack. After researching other local photogs, his work is head and shoulders above the rest in the delicacy of lighting and ability to capture his subjects’ essence. I also learned a few tricks to take with me and we had a great time working together.
If you got the dough, he’s the way to go.

The concept of headshots is a daunting subject, belabored by the artist in classrooms, audition intensives, workshops, and casual conversations every day, everywhere. One is constantly conflicted and haunted with the task of choosing the «perfect» photographer.
Let me make it very clear that Peter Hurley is the answer, and the only true headshot photographer.
Thus, I have to wonder why so many breaths of air and words of wisdom have been wasted, when Peter Hurley has always been readily available and offering his services since 2004.
Peter and his beautiful staff including the wonderfully personable and talented Lindsay Linton of Lindsay Linton Photography, have the ability to cast magic as you enter the studio. It’s as if we had all been long time friends and this was a reunion that would be the catalyst for seeing each other on a more regular basis.
The shoot begins immediately as a joyous dive into the unknown. Peter has an uncanny ability to captivate your attention and disarm your defenses. Immediately your shooting at a level of profound sincerity and ease. It becomes a team effort, and Peter has graciously asked to simply be a part of the process.
I had never thought I would have had so much fun and receive such stunning and envied headshots as I have.
To find an individual in NYC with so much emotional availability is infrequent. To find this in the worlds leading headshot photographer, in NYC, is even more rare. Couple this with an ability, that is an aesthetic cognizance unlike any other rooted in technique, and you have found an artist. Peter Hurley fits the bill.
End the debate, the turmoil and belabored arguments. Peter Hurley is the only headshot photographer for anyone serious about their headshots.

The difference between Peter’s work and the crap I’d been using for years is staggering. It made me realize how lousy my photos had been. I wanted to cry and cry and scream and yell and shave my head and cut the sleeves off my blazer. But I didn’t because I have restraint.
Peter is super friendly. I’ve used him three times now. It’s like hanging out with a long-​time buddy and having a great time — then he presents you with an invoice.
I’ve used his photos in my books and press materials. I just took a new round and I’ll be damned if he didn’t make me look all clever and sophisticated.
Note to the ladies: As far as photographers go I know there are some lecherous cads out there. Peter is not one of them. He’s all gentleman.

the best there is