Local photographer and content creator shares the cultural values and transformative moments that shaped her unique approach to lifestyle branding.
Yasmin Tajik, founder of Zayn the Gentleman and owner of Shalimar Studios in Fountain Hills, was recently featured in an in-depth interview exploring the journey behind her content creation business.
More Than Just Pretty Pictures
With over 16 years of professional photography experience and travels to over 30 countries, Yasmin has built a thriving business alongside her certified trick dog and animal actor, Zayn. But what sets her work apart isn’t just technical expertise—it’s the deeper purpose driving every project.
In the feature, Yasmin discusses:
- The reality of content creation: Why successful campaigns can take six months from pitch to delivery, and the extensive business acumen required behind those “effortless” Instagram posts
- A transformative moment: How encountering National Geographic’s iconic 1985 photograph of Sharbat Gula shaped her entire approach to photography and storytelling
- Cultural values: Navigating life as a first-generation Pakistani American and protecting the values that matter most
- Finding peace with an unexpected path: The profound wisdom that came from letting go of predetermined life milestones
- Where inspiration lives: Why the ocean remains her source of peace and perspective
Yasmin’s work with brands like Royal Palms Resort and Village Camp reflects her commitment to authentic partnerships and meaningful storytelling—creating lifestyle narratives that showcase how pets enhance every aspect of an active, fulfilling life.
