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Courtney & Philip – Equestrian Shoot at the Salt River

Can I share a secret with you? I secretly want to be a cowgirl. Since I was a little girl, I’ve dreamt of hopping on a horse and riding off into a field with the dust kicking up behind me and only the mountains out in front of me. Alas, that has yet to be […]

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New Studio Set

It’s been a long time coming for me to update our studio set and options, and I can only say that I am IN LOVE with this set. Think Vanity Fair Magazine, Fine Art Portraits, all wrapped in a luxury magazine-style photoshoot FOR YOU! I’m thrilled to have model Peyton back in the studio to […]

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Tanya’s Fitness Portraits

Tanya is my girl. And by that I mean she is outgoing, has a bubbly smile, and would fit into any social setting with ease. One thing I admire about her is her level of commitment and focus on goals. She had contacted me back in November to book her fitness shoot, in an effort […]

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Jenna’s Senior Portraits

I never know when I will meet someone that will turn into a client, least of all when I am going through the Starbucks drive thru. But that’s exactly where I met Jennifer who quickly became a familiar face in my morning routine. Chatting briefly each morning lead to me sharing about my photography studio […]

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Early 2022 Travel Dates

Travel feeds my soul and there is nothing more rewarding than getting in some new landscapes in front of my eyes. I’ve got a special offering where I come to you! You’re in luck because this February and March, I’m hitting the road. I’m coming back to my old stomping grounds in Las Vegas where […]

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New Luxe Folio Box

This is a memory box. Every time you open it and hold the fine art prints, you’ll be walking down memory lane. Viewing each print will be reliving those cherished times in your life. It’s not just a box, but a trove of treasured and precious memories; a family heirloom. The pinnacle of photographic presentation […]

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Happy New Year!

Twelve new chapters, 365 new chances. Sending you all Happy New Year wishes for peace and love and laughter in the new year. The best time for new beginnings is now! Happy New Year,Yasmin & Zayn

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Melissa’s Studio Portraits and Branding Portraits, a hybrid

I’ve been going to Melissa as a massage therapist for a few years now, and wow is she the best I have ever come across. She KNOWS the body and doesn’t offer just a fluffy massage, but she really works the muscles. Being an expert in her field, marketing and showing clients what she does […]

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Sarah’s New Branding Portraits

Sarah is a small business owner, and on top of all things accounting for other small businesses. She recently reached out needing new and updated imagery for both her website and social media. After chatting with her to learn more about how she serves her clients, we settled on a workspace location in Gilbert, Arizona […]

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New Artisanal Storybooks

Stories are meant to be shared and our new Storybooks are just the luxury product to showcase your beloved portraits. They are emotions at your fingertips. Our Storybook is a beautiful portfolio that blends past centuries’ traditional binding with state of the art printing.  This heirloom album captures the essence of your portraits in story […]

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ABOUT yasmin

I believe in real moments and chasing sunsets. In the kinds of images that remind you of the joy that can be found in the simplest of moments.

I believe in creating images that demand to be printed—framed in fine art materials and displayed as the heirlooms they're meant to become. My approach is both editorial and intimate, capturing not just faces but the emotional landscape of your life. Each portrait is thoughtfully composed to reveal your authentic story while honoring the beauty of the world around you. Your journey is extraordinary and entirely your own, and I'm here to preserve it with the artistry it deserves.

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