I got headshots done back in November, and they came out incredible! I was very nervous (tried to play it cool), and Moshe made the process easy and comfortable. He gave a lot of tips and guidance. You won't feel rushed, even when you ask a lot of questions, which I think I did (again, I was nervous). I received my photos with the touchups back quickly and still get compliments to this day. The headshots are a great investment, as I tried to take various types of photos that would align with different areas in my life (i.e. nonprofit professional, author, and small business owner.) The location was easy to get to. Wish I could have seen the pup, but there is always next time. I recommended Moshe to my place of employment, as they are looking to get headshots done for staff. read more

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Really enjoyed my session with Moshe. Consummate professional, and so generous with his time and patience to ensure the customer gets exactly what they want. He really knows what he's doing and is a master at coaxing the best out of his subject, then helping them muddle through the enormous amount of material to pick out the gems with just enough input to make sure you're getting what you want, not what he thinks you should have (although I bet he'd be happy to pick out his favorite shots if you feel you need that level of input). Editing was quick and very responsive and I feel like I really got a great value for the money I spent. read more

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Moshe was super accommodating and very friendly and professional. The pictures came out great.

Moshe is just fantastic - to begin with, the studio is fabulous. And Moshe knew exactly what to do to make the time there efficient, easy, and relaxing. Highly recommend. read more

Moshe's great portfolio speaks for itself; however, my review is pertaining to my recent visit at his studio. Moshe is personable and fun to work with. His helpful suggestions make the session easy and efficient for the client, and since he is truly skilled in his work, with the way he sets the lights, the pictures look already really nice before he does any retouch. The retouch is the last perfecting touch, professional, natural and effective. His studio also has plenty of natural sunlight. I look forward to work with him again, hopefully in a near future, and would recommend him to my friends. Thank you, Moshe. read more

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Moshe and his team are amazing! His studio is beautiful and he gives you all the direction you need. I've never taken head shots before so I was a bit nervous but he guided me the whole way. In the end I loved all my pictures and had a hard time narrowing it down. I plan to use his services in the future and I definitely recommend!! read more

Moshe and Katie - were great. Responsive and friendly , overall a great experience. I would definitely recommend.

What a great place. First you are greeted by Moshe and Gabe, his wonderful friendly beautiful German Shephard. Moshe made me feel very comfortable, and I had fun! I was very pleased with my experience! I would recommend this place!!! read more

Moshe is a pro. He takes his time to make sure you really like your photo before you walk out the door. He's knowledgeable about what works and what doesn't. Makeup artist is very good and very friendly. read more

Mr. Moshe Zusman proved to be an outstanding photographer who produced excellent headshots of myself. His expertise was augmented by his staff members who created the final refined digital and printed photographs to support my needs. Mr. Zusman is very professional and friendly, such that the photographic session was very comfortable. I highly recommend Mr. Zusman and his staff, for which his website and exemplar headshots and portraits offer testimony to his superb skills. Thanks very much! read more

Moshe's studio has a fantastic set. He is a true professional and photos all turn out great. Moshe is very considerate and makes the session incredibly enjoyable. I will come back here for further photo sessions. read more

Thanks so much! The entire process was user friendly. Anyone camera shy couldn't be in better hands.

IMHO, Moshe Zusman is the BEST headshot photographer in DC. I've sent numerous PR clients of mine to his studio through the years, and finally had him take a headshot of me just the other day. It's by far the best headshot that I've ever had taken of me. Also... Moshe is just a great, laidback guy who makes his subjects feel at ease. His studio is fabulous.. with great music playing as he's taking your picture... And if you need/want professional makeup, he brings in a great makeup artist who works her wonders in his relaxing downstairs lounge, which kind of feels like a Hollywood green room. A very fun experience as well! read more

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I found this place on Google while searching for a headshot photographer in DC. Booking online was extremely quick and easy and I received text and email confirmations and reminders. I was very nervous as I absolutely hateeee taking pictures and expressed that to my photographer Aryeh. He was super nice and did his best to help me feel at ease. He also helped me with poses and showed me the unedited versions before each light change to see what I liked and didn't like. I loooooove now my pictures turned out! Quick turnaround for picture edits too! Thanks guys you are the BEST!!! read more

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Excellent photographer, great individual to work with. Moshe is funny, charismatic, and of course a great photographer! Moshe is a professional and it's obvious he knows what he's doing. From framing the shots, to editing and post-production management, Moshe does it all, and with style! The team is great as well and are very welcoming. We hired Moshe to take our company headshots with a set of professional photos and one displaying our hobbies. Moshe provided ideas, recommendations and suggestions on how to frame the shots and we are glad we followed his suggestions! There is a reason Headshots DC is the top provider in the area -- because they are professionals! Will definitely be engaging Moshe again going forward! read more

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Moshe was exceptionally attentive and welcoming. I was in and out in time to make a business meeting.

Absolutely superb service at HeadshotDC! They were very helpful, courteous and professional. Moshe is a true professional and he was able to take the best professional photograph I have had done. Thanks for the great support! Highly recommended to anyone who wants a tremendous photograph! General (Retired) Robert B. Brown read more

This review is long overdue--I am already ready to book with Moshe again. Not only are his photos excellent, but Moshe is incredibly friendly, professional, and patient. He went out of his way to make me feel comfortable, and coached me through the entire session to make sure we got a shot that I liked. Would definitely recommend. read more

I cannot recommend HeadshotDC for professional headshots enough! I have never liked my previous headshots or even the process of taking headshots but Moshe is such a pro and made the session a lot of fun. I absolutely love how my headshots turned out and had a wonderful experience! read more

A top-notch experience in every way. Moshe is a consummate professional and so was his make-up artist. They were both patient and super-professional. I did not feel rushed in the least. Moshe took the time to do new takes to ensure I felt comfortable. The picture I ended up with was terrific. I can't say enough good things about Moshe. If you go anywhere else, you'll be doing yourself a disservice. George read more

Moshe is fantastic! Very patient and thorough, and the photographs turned out great! My employer requires two photos: a headshot and waist-up shot. Moshe helped position me, and kept in mind the details, making sure not even a hair was out of place. I enjoyed meeting him and absolutely would return the next time I need or want photos. read more

The quality, the service, the advice, and the suggestions are all top tier. Moshe knows how to get good pictures even if you hate taking pictures like I do. read more

You get what you pay for and Moshe is the best. Is it worth saving $50 for a photo that you use on Linkedin, or some other important site? I got a haircut, wore a nice suit, showed up early and was really impressed with his studio and this guy is a professional. He doesn't do weddings, he doesn't do fifty other things, but if you need a headshot, he's incredible, he knows every angle and how to make you look your very best. I'm amazed at how well it turned out and I would give him 100 out of 100 if that was possible. read more

Moshe is the best! Makes you feel very comfortable taking photos and always delivers a stunning result. Had a magazine photoshoot and it came out beautiful! Thank you! read more

Thank you for the awesome headshots! It was great coordinating with Moshe remotely from across the country a headshot of my DC colleague! The final photos look great! read more

Wonderful experience! I was nervous going in that my pictures would not turn out well. I'm not super photogenic, and I was really nervous about the whole thing. Fortunately, Moshe did a great job. My make up looked great and the pictures are flawless. I would definitely recommend him to a friend in need of professional shots! read more

Such an awesome headshot experience!!! Alyson, studio manager, was responsive and professional coordinating the dates, makeup, photographer - all over email. Nour, mua of made up art, performed a miracle and somehow made the makeup look subtle yet polished. She's a must for your headshot if you want to look good in photos - you just won't be able to get it right at home. Actually she's just amazing for everything! Moshé! Is an extremely personable and professional photographer. He knows how to make you feel comfortable, even when you're the most uncomfortable-in-pictures-person like me. Checkout his website for his portfolio of amazing work. I never thought I could look like one of his gorgeous headshot samples, but I think I turned out pretty great! read more

Moshe was excellent. His studio is gorgeous, he is very collaborative, professional and warm, and I felt safe from COVID-19 exposure. We worked together to set up all the outfits and shots, and to select the best of the bunch. The post production was efficient and friendly -- my photo shoot was done on a Monday, and I had a final set of 4 headshots that I loved by Wednesday evening. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants a great set of headshots. read more

I'm giving this a two-star review, because of one VERY major criticism affecting my usage of the photo, which I'll get to in a moment. I'm a writer who was in need of a new headshot--one for the dustjacket of book (this will be important in a moment, so bear with me). After reading reviews of a number of photo studios, I chose Moshe Zusman -- hey, the Yelp! reviews are great! -- and made an appointment with a photographer named Aryeh. There was a bit of back-and-forthing, as my original appointment time got bumped and rescheduled, then moved back, but no worries: I needed a headshot quickly, and I was glad they were able to accommodate me, so I was happy to work with them and be flexible in my own schedule. And they were very nice about it. My experience at the studio with Aryeh was a good one -- like many reviewers here, I don't enjoy having my picture taken, and Aryeh put me at ease, and let me regularly check out the photos he was taking. We narrowed it down to the permissible three, and I was very happy with the quality of my photos. However . . . During the course of my session, I mentioned that I needed the shot for a book dustjacket. "Oh," Aryeh said, "you'll need to pay for the permissions to clear the photo for publication on a book." Well. THAT information was nowhere on their website -- or, if it was, it wasn't readily available or easy to find.* That would likely have seriously affected the choice I made for having my headshot taken. I asked how much that might cost, and was told it wouldn't be bad -- about $300 dollars for the rights to use the photo. Now, I'm already paying $300 to have the photo taken; adding the permissions onto it was an unexpected cost. But okay. I would deal with the clearance issue once I received my photos. Later in the day, I received an e-mail informing me that if I wanted to use my photo on a dustjacket for a book, I had to purchase clearance rights to use the photo for 1 year or 5 years, or I could just buy the rights to use the photo for as long I pleased. (I need a photo I can use any time, so I don't want it for 1 year or 5 years.) The costs, I was told, were: 1 year for $350 5 years for $1,200 Buyout for $2,000 Again, NOWHERE on their website was this information made available, or easily accessible. It was also nowhere near the "about $300" I was told during my session. Further, $2,000 is cost prohibitive--and seems unreasonable as well. (Aryeh apologized that "it is more costly than I remembered." Boy, I'll say.) My low score, then, is driven by this experience. I paid $300 for a headshot I can't use, due to an unexpected---and unreasonably high--clearance fee. Instead, I started over and went to a competitor (who I was very pleased with) whose standard practice is to not charge anything for me to use my own image. I'd advise Moshe Zusman to make it VERY clear on their website that this is their policy, and say up front how much it charges for the clearance rights, and then let the customer decide if they want to encumber this additional VERY high fee. For this reason alone, I can't recommend MZ to other writers who may need headshots, since we almost always need them for more than just a year or two or five. It's a shame, really, because I did like their work. It's a pity I can't use it for what I needed. * ETA: A detailed read on the MZ website shows that it *does* mention under its "Your Files" section that there might be a cost to use your photo "on products for sale and/or books applies and may incur additional fees so let us know if you need more information about it." Again, I would STRONGLY advise MZ to ensure it not only makes this information *much* more readily available but that they also clearly list the *actual costs* on the website. I would also urge MZ to ensure that its photographers have ACCURATE information on hand regarding the costs so that there are no surprises. As I mentioned earlier, I would likely NOT have chosen Moshe Zusman for my needs had this info been made clear up front--at least not at the prices they're charging. Sorry, guys. read more

Excellent and professional photographer. I used Moshe for my professional headshot and now I recommend him for my company.

Best profile photo I have ever had! I stopped in for a quick 15-minute social media session, and I am so happy with the results! I am not very photogenic, but Moshe made me feel so comfortable and it was easy. I love my new Linkedin profile picture, thanks so much, Moshe! I recommend Headshot DC to anyone that is looking for a photo for any occasion!! read more

Hands down best headshot experience to date. Not only was Moshe understanding of my rescheduling (twice) but the service and hospitality he provided before, during, and after our shoot was second to none. For anyone looking at next-level professional headshots, choose Moshe. read more

I have never been happier with the quality and outcome of a picture. Moshe is also a warm and efficient professional. High quality all around. read more

There are so many ways that working with a photographer can be a grueling, nerve-racking, and intimidating process. With Moshe, however, scheduling was a breeze, the shoot was comfortable and easy, product delivery was fast, and I am more than satisfied with the results. read more

Hands down the place you want to go for your headshot, pageant photos or corporate shoots. This guy is experienced in it all! Turn around time was super fast, booking right online is easy and I can't help but love a place that asks if I want coffee, water or scotch when I walk in! read more

Working with Moshe was a fun experience, and the headshots came out great. Didn't really know what to expect, and I was happily surprised.

I had a last minute need for a headshot while in Washington, DC last week on business. I called several photographers I found on Yelp, and not only was Moshe's assistant Aryeh the only one to call me back promptly, he was able to accommodate me earlier than the online booking system allowed, before I had to leave town. The package options were clearly explained, the pricing was fair, the studio location was convenient, the communication by text was efficient, and the photo shoot couldn't have been easier -- start to finish, 25 minutes. Best of all, the photo is fantastic. Moshe explained how to stand and hold my head to optimize the shots. His eye quickly scanned the choices and selected one that I'm delighted to use. I recommend Moshe enthusiastically, and without reservation. read more

Moshe was very professional and took great photos. Highly recommend!

Ever flip through photos after photos and wish that darn camera had loved you a little bit more? Call Moshe. Our engagement photos are amazing! Moshe worked with us to pick a photo package within our budget; thought of cool shots during the photo session; and met with us to scout the reception site to prepare for the wedding day. Check off "photographer" on your wedding to-do list -- trust Moshe with all your Kodak moments. http://moshezusman.blogspot.com/ read more

I have been running my own small business for over 5 years now and I finally decided it was time to get a real headshot and you know, stop using random pictures from weddings for professional things like LinkedIn and my website. I won't lie, I was nervous going into the shoot, as I am normally pretty awkward in front of cameras. I had seen Moshe's work before, and his portraits are stunning, but that made me even more nervous! Turns out I didn't need to worry - at all. Moshe is just amazing. He is truly professional and put me at ease within minutes of my arrival. He is personable, friendly, and funny. The shoot was much, much easier than I imagined. He also had me check out the pictures between outfit changes and I was really surprised at how much I liked them. Which in turn made me relax even more. His turnaround time for the edits was fabulous and I had my touched up images the next business day. Moshe is so talented and truly the best photographer I've ever worked with (including wedding portraits, baby portraits, etc.). I am absolutely thrilled with my headshot investment. I would highly recommend him to everyone - even if you're awkward in front of a camera! read more