SAM CHRISTENSEN STUDIOS

"This class awakened my spirit and encouraged my journey in the acting world."

-Thomas Seagle, Actor

"Sam's Image Process was one of the most valuable workshops, not only for my career but for my life. I use this magical vocabulary every day - and just as Sam says, I can see people physically leaning in - with the shared knowledge that I understand, and most importantly, accept who I am."

-Sarah Scott

I have to say that I was pretty oblivious the first couple days of the intensive as to how much deep work we were actually doing. It all came together on the last day and has definitely changed my life. I would recommend this process to EVERYONE looking to grow into a more conscious being.
I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the intensive and want to THANK YOU for doing the work that you do. It has helped me immensely and brought my life more into focus. Thank you for being who you are and giving your energy to this work.

- Joanna Ke, Actor

"It was an intensely emotional and humanely connective experience! I would suggest any creative person or anyone involved in creative work to go through the process. It can only enhance and strengthen what you organically bring to the table as an earthly being!!! I loved the collective consciousness aspect of the program. We sometimes trick ourselves into believing we can hide from the world."

- Faron Dotson, actor

"This was a very unique way of discovering what makes you tick and applying it to everyday life and as an Actor, I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it and I know it will continue to resonate with me for the rest of my life... Thank you."

- Rebekah Rimington, actor

"I left Sam's studio ready to take on the world. Even with 16 years in the Marine Corps, I have never felt more confident about myself than I do now. In fact, I was able to put my discoveries to the test literally the day after the workshop, since I had a meeting scheduled with a new agent. As I waited in the lobby, I wrote down a few notes about my neighborhoods, and began my list of 100 favorites. During the meeting, I was collected and conversational, fully aware of my presence. I was handed a 2 minute cold read monologue that would have normally caused some jitters... I couldn't wait to reach into my new file cabinet and pull out a particular character! I left with a new, fantastic agent. Workshop completion to new representation was literally separated by only 19 hours. Thanks, Sam. "

- Len Anderson, actor

"Sam managed to put into words the very reason
why I want to act. It made me realize what a vital vocation acting is,- and I feel so stimulated now to fulfill this calling."

-Amy Bailey, actress

“Sam is inspiring. Just listen to him once and you will understand. He just seems to get it and get it quickly. We all have so much to contend with within and outside ourselves each day. The process permits you to focus on what matters.”

- Sonny Mandal, actor

“I very highly recommend Sam’s class to anyone who wants a better understanding of how they are being perce ived by others. Knowing this, one can apply assets, attributes, and characteristics to their utmost advantage. Well worth the time and money!”

- Carl Van Meter, actor

“Sam’s technique should be taught in universities!! If you only have enough money to take an acting class or Sam’s Image design class, CHOOSE THIS ONE!! Acting classes will always be there but you want this stuff ASAP!!! Truly INCREDIBLE!!!”

- Jake Martin, actor

"This is deep and profound work, leading to liberation, confidence, and clarity. Sam is our very own Harriet Tubman!"

- Juliana Bellinger, actress

"The question 'What's our purpose?' may be one that goes unanswered till time ends but the pursuit of the answer can be awfully interesting. Sam's not only helped me get exponentially closer to those answers but has more importantly helped me be okay with the answers that I did find. I guess that the best way to explain my experience w/ Sam is to compare it to a mastercard commercial -- "It was priceless!"

-Chris Warner, actor

"Overall, a completely unique experience,“ unlike any other workshop I've ever taken."

- Christina DeRosa, actress

"At first I feared that taking an 'image workshop' would constrain my creativity as an actress but quite the opposite has happened. I have been given a fresh perspective on who I am and how I can use my own personal being in the most powerful, affecting, and indeed profitable ways. I have learned a new vocabulary, unique to me, to help me create from a place of authenticity. I now have the freedom from worrying about what people will think of me -- (I already know!) -- And most importantly, with Sam's help, I have discovered the confidence that who I am is not only enough, but is something quite special -- as is. I can not thank Sam enough for his dedication, specificity, insights, philosophies, honesty, and generosity."

- CB Spencer, actress

"Life Changing. Its that simple. I walked into the process a bit skeptical and left feeling like I just stepped into a new life with the magic key to all the doors that I could ever want opened."

- Mitchell Fink, actor

"How eye-opening and clarifying! The work is so simple and yet brilliant, and I saw real shifts in 4 weeks time. Thank you!"

- Andrea Helene

"Never have I placed so much trust in a teacher before as Sam. I knew I was in capable hands from all of the encouragement I received to take the class but once I was in Sam's presence he has a way of making me feel heard, seen, and validated. What I learned about myself in this workshop is nothing shy of inspiring."

- Jennifer Riker

"I don't know how Sam does it but he has designed a system that takes a group of people through the exact same process yet yields individual, tailor made (and very accurate) results. At the end of the workshop, when I discovered my "myth" was something I've been aware of my whole life, I now have many different ways to embrace it as an actor. It's even showing up in my love life, nudging me to stay true to myself as always!"

- Carlease Burke, actress

"The best advice I can give any actor is to take Sam's class. It has continued to be an invaluable resource in my life and career. Without the knowledge and focus I gained from his process, I'd be years behind where I am today.
In a few weeks, Sam's class gave me an awareness of myself and a focus on my career that might have taken years to acquire on my own. It's the reason I'm a working actor.
It's not just a good idea to take this class. It's a necessity."

- Jeff Davis, actor/comedian

"Finally, a class with the insight and intelligence that I've been craving. Not only is Sam an experienced industry professional, his capacity as a teacher is nothing short of masterful. Philosophy, theory, and study matched with honesty, performance, and practical application. Easily the most effective and well designed class I've ever taken. Treat yourself to this gem of an opportunity."

- Jason Pardo, actor

"This process, while very expensive, is one of the most empowering I've ever taken. It was so refreshing to be in such a safe place where I could really cultivate and discover myself. All these years, I've been confused about why things happen the way they do. Knowing my myth, I can assault the world unapologetically!"

- Valentine Click, actress

"I feel I have purpose now to tell my story. It was like going home without having to buy a plane ticket."

- Jake Lawson, Actor

"To say the least, I didn't expect the revelations and new experiences when I signed up for this hayride. Thank you with all my heart for having faith in humanity, enough so that you dedicate your time to providing such a wonderful workshop. And I thought I already knew it all. It's like finding a new light switch in your house. Boy, do I have some organizing to do!"

- Tara Ochs, Actress

I wanted to thank you on behalf of my troupe for the image design workshops that we all attended last month. As the designated cheerleader of my performers, my constant statements of how talented and gifted they all are had begun to sound like white noise. By taking the class as a group we discovered a new appreciation of what we have created and the talent that exists around us and within us. The workshops helped the younger actors understand what energy they give off and how to harness it, while the more experienced actors grew more confident in knowing how they are perceived. The classes were fun and interactive with breakthroughs becoming common place. Ultimate Improv has been changed forever by these workshops and we all look forward to the follow-up classes.

On a personal note.

Thank you Sam. You are the real deal. You are approachable and warm with an understanding of the human condition that I could only hope to one day comprehend. Thank you for the boost of confidence to my group and to myself. People in your position are told it everyday, but I want you to hear it - you have changed some of these players lives forever. The players get it now, they know what they are a part of and how much we can achieve together.
Thank you again.

JD Walsh
Artistic Director, Ultimate Improv

"Sam's discovery of my mythic challenge has allowed me to take my screenplay and write a story that literally only I could be capable of telling.

Forever I've been baffled by agents' responses and not knowing how to sell me. Now, I have all the tools I need to assist them in marketing me."

- Stirling Gardner

"As a writer/producer for television, I was confronted with an entirely separate set of problems. I had to come to terms with the fact that I was, indeed, a strong, opinionated person who did not suffer fools gladly, in spite of every attempt I made to appear otherwise. Because of what I learned from you, I can now laugh about it, relaxing those around me. As a result, I am now viewed as being less threatening, more trustworthy, and ultimately more effective. The course was extremely empowering.

My own level of self-acceptance has increased tenfold, and I am no longer wasting creative time and energy trying to be what I think others want me to be.

Ironically, what sounded at first like a narcissistic 'image trip' turned out to be the means to becoming more authentic as an individual and a team member."

- Lyn Greene, Producer/Co-Creator of television's new hit series, "Nip/Tuck"

"If you're looking to get your acting career going in a major way, you simply have to take Sam's class. When I was just starting out, and absolutely broke, an actress told me, 'Find the money, take the class, don't ask me any questions. You'll thank me for it.' I give that same advice to anyone who will listen. I had no tape, no resume, no connections, no nothing. Sam gave me something much more valuable: the confidence that I would succeed, and the skills and knowledge to make it happen. Plain and simple. When you're accepting your Oscar, Emmy or Tony, Sam Christensen will be at the top of your list of people to thank."

- Jeff B. Davis, Actor and Star of television's "Happy Family"

"I am so glad that I took your Image Workshop! It felt great and productive at the time but I had no idea what the ripple effects would be...

Acting work had been slow for a while before I took your Image Workshop last year, and somehow I've been working nonstop since your class -- in fact, if you remember, I couldn't even attend the last class because of flying to Georgia to shoot a film!

And far and beyond just the acting aspect of my life...

One of my 7 words was 'Girl Next Door, Incorporated.' The 'girl next door' thing didn't come as a surprise... I had always thought of myself as sweet and hardworking, but the idea that I could be enterprising was very new...

Well, a year later, I have my own production company, I've already produced a successful short film that I also wrote, co-directed and starred in, and I'm in pre-production for a new project!

I'm hooked on producing films, and identifying with the part of myself that is powerful and confident enough to assume that kind of position began right there in your class."

- Danica McKellar

"I am always so proud of what you do for all of us actors and artists in transition. Returning after three years was like coming home -- a hands on, supportive, no nonsense, sacred home, where the artist in everyone is nurtured and encouraged. I realized, as I often do, that no matter what I have going on in my life, that part of me, the artist, which I attempt to turn up or down as necessary, is ever-present and every ready. Please forward my thanks to Sam."

- Christian Hoff

"Of all the brilliant, helpful, eye-opening things I learned during this process, by far the most valuable was learning to accept myself for who I am. As the weeks pass since the workshop, the knowledge that I am different, special, interesting, continues to sink into my awareness. I no longer want to hide the 'scary' parts of myself. I want to proudly show them because those are my tickets to fame and fortune!"

- Darcy Halsey, Actress

"It was one of the greatest things I've ever done -- especially in my creative life. It helped to get a lot of disparate parts of myself which has helped to make my work more balanced and purposeful."

- Maxine Lapiduss, Writer/Producer

"As a writer and director, I found this workshop invaluable in opening my eyes to the crazy gestault of personality and image. I've tucked some useful tools into my belt which will help me in everything from pitching to casting to coaxing a great performance out of a reluctant star. Thanks Sam, I'm off to the studio now."

- Jane Anderson,
Emmy-award winning Writer/Director

"After the 12 years I've taught and coached actors and even now in my career as a director, going through the Image Design Process made the greatest professional difference for me. I discovered that there were (strengths and/or qualities) in me that I was not utilizing. When I put these to use, I get an immediate response, which has put my work on a much higher level. My students are getting more work now than ever, and I've just directed my first two films. The most important difference in working with Sam is that I now have true confidence (I trust myself and use myself fully in my work)."

"You taught me to turn my perceived weakness into my greatest strength, a revelation indeed and I appreciate the professionalism and integrity with which you and your staff have guided me through this wonderful process."