Hi, I’m Lou Mora, a photographer/director based in Ojai, California. For nearly two decades, I’ve worked in commercial advertising, collaborating with clients to create images that feel alive—full of warmth, color, connection, and a real sense of place.

My work blends the polish of production with the honesty of real moments. Whether it’s a large campaign or a small, nimble project, I’m always looking for that in-between feeling—something natural, a little unexpected, and fully present.

I shoot both film and digital, often leaning into the tactile beauty of film when the project calls for it. I love working with people, finding the rhythm of a shoot, and shaping imagery that feels human and considered.

When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me trail running, surfing, or hanging with my eight year old son. I was born in New Jersey, raised by Colombian parents, and have called California home for over 25 years.

Thanks for being here—if you're ever in Ojai, say hi.

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Email: lou@loumora.com

Phone/Text: 310.721.1979

Partial Client list:

Acura / Amazon / ARCO / Asics / Bank of America / Bio-Tech / Boston Scientific / BMW / Cline Davis & Mann / CVS / Design Hotels / Digitas / FedEx / Ford Grey Worldwide / Hill Holliday / Hilton Hotel / Honda / HZDG / Intel / Johnson & Johnson / Liberty Mutual / Lowe’s Home Improvment / Mullen Lowe / Neighborhood Film Co. / Ogilvy / Olympic Paint / Parachute / Pfizer / Qualcomm / RPA / Saatchi / Sonos / Sony / Tank Design / TBWA Chiat Day / Team Detroit / The Mighty Shed / Toyota / W+K / Wrangler.