Samu + You

A photography and video studio specializing in YOU! (SAMU)

Hello, some people call me Samu and some people call me Ash; I answer to both. Now, here I am!

Either way, Samu Plus You is the perfect mix of a little bit of me and a lot of YOU! I am equal parts photo documentarian and artist with an honest love for connecting with people and quietly capturing life as it unfolds. I believe we all have a story to tell and every story deserves special attention. I can’t wait to tell yours! (PLUS)

I began my career as a graphic artist after graduating from

03/18/2016

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to post that since moving from the desert to the effervescent psychedelic greens of Portland, Samu + You has evolved into Mahana's B&B + Photography. We've been focusing on working with dogs and their people. But, we aren't anti-people around here. Check us out, and see where we've "moved." xoxo

08/16/2013

If you don't sign up and join DNA Personal Training / CrossFit 520, you will have to explain yourself to this face, and no one wants to see that.

08/08/2013

To the most patient and understanding couple in the world! Jessica and Ramon, I hope this video helps you cross your current geographical divide!

Jessica + Ramon's Vintage Day of Love Tucson, Arizona

06/27/2013

I'll meet you in California and lets get married!

06/07/2013

Just cut the editing part of my workflow in half! Ode to figuring out new things--or rather finally doing what you should have started a year ago.

06/06/2013

Hey Portland peeps! Eric is an awesome artist and craftsman! Come to the Metalwood Salvage sale this Saturday (NE Portland). His work is going to explode so get it while it's HOT (and affordable). He can custom make pieces for you or you can get on with your creative bad self.

06/06/2013

Hey everyone! As I hope most of you know, we have been in a middle of a move from Tucson, Arizona to Portland, Oregon. Things have been crazy and I am still swimming in a sea of boxes. But, my computer is set up and I am officially back to editing today. Thanks for all of your patience--I haven't forgotten about you--More photos and news to come soon!