We were lucky to catch up with Samantha Pestiano recently and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Samantha thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Do you have a hero? What have you learned from them?

My hero is definitely my mom. She has been my rock, my confidante, and my biggest supporter throughout my entire life. She is not only my mother, but also my best friend. Her strength and resilience inspire me every day. She has always put my needs above her own and has sacrificed so much to ensure that I have a happy and fulfilling life. I am truly grateful for everything she has done for me, and I aspire to be half the person she is. My mom is my hero because she embodies everything I strive to be – kind, loving, selfless, and strong.
My mom has had a profound influence on my journey in photography. From a young age, she always encouraged my creativity and artistic expression. She was the one who first put a camera in my hands and taught me how to capture the beauty of the world around me.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I am an automotive photographer who specializes in capturing both still images and dynamic drift events. My love for cars and adrenaline-fueled action led me to combine my passion for photography with the excitement of drifting.

I want potential clients, followers, and fans to know that my passion for cars drives my creativity and dedication to producing top-notch photography. I am committed to delivering exceptional results and bringing out the best in every car I photograph. My goal is to capture the essence and beauty of each vehicle in a way that resonates with viewers and leaves a lasting impression.

Any insights you can share with us about how you built up your social media presence?

Network network NETWORK! That’s the simple answer. The more detailed version?

Regularly sharing your photography work on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter helps keep your audience engaged.
Sharing high-quality and visually appealing images of cars, drift events, and behind-the-scenes moments can attract and retain followers. Engaging captions and storytelling can also help build a connection with your audience.
Partnering with other automotive enthusiasts, car clubs, drift teams, and influencers in the automotive industry can help you reach a wider audience.
Using relevant hashtags in your posts can increase the visibility of your account.
Attending automotive events, car shows, and industry gatherings can help you network with potential clients, collaborators, and followers. Building relationships in the automotive community can lead to opportunities for exposure and growth on social media.

By implementing these strategies and staying true to your unique style and passion for automotive photography, you can continue to build a strong and engaged audience on social media.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

Meeting other artists and creatives has to be the most rewarding part of the whole experience. The ideas and views are all endless. You can share the same passion for one medium but your views on them are going to be completely different from one another. There is no right or wrong and there is always room for growth.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Samsmodernlife

Image Credits

Quinten