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Wonderland – A Concept Photo Shoot

**This blog post is being reposted due to a server upgrade which require the repost. At the beginning of 2012 I sat down and wrote some specific goals I had for Shalimar Studios.  I am not a huge fan of only making new year's resolutions, I have always made goals throughout the year and little […]

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Mother's Day Portrait Special

What do you get the women who has everything?  You get Mom something that can not be replaced, memories.  With a Shalimar Studios Portrait Session, you'll give Mom what she is always striving to capture with her cell phone camera or point and shoot.  You'll give her the gift of images of her loved ones […]

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Published in Light It Magazine

I’m honored and excited all at the same time.  I feel like dancing, giggling, and calling my mom.  What’s it all about?  I am so happy to share that I have an image that was featured and published in Light It magazine.  I’ve been an avid reader of Light It since it’s inception last year, […]

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Take your Custom Slideshow on the go!

I'm so happy to announce a new and fun way to share your Custom Slideshows.  Now when you order your slideshow, you'll get 2 versions instead of just 1 and loaded onto your own, custom flash drive!  The low-resolution version can be loaded onto your smartphone and taken with you on the go.  Share with […]

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Marissa's Test Session

I recently purchased a new light and light modifier and wanted to test it out.  Luckily, one of my friends and aspiring photographers, Marissa had taken a bold step in her appearance and I knew she would be the perfect test subject to carry out my vision.  So without further ado, here is Marissa; I […]

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{BTS} Seattle Street Photography

Whew, I'm finally home after traveling 3 weekends in a row and it's great to be back in my own bed.  I love to travel and it's just as wonderful coming home to my cozy bed.  So now I have some catching up to do.  First, I want to share with you a little more […]

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Testing new lights

One of my goals for 2012 has been to refine and be more creative with in-studio sessions.  I've been a natural light photographer for many years but I've always wanted to experiment and test different studio lighting options.  I delved more deeply into this last year, however this year I am taking it to a […]

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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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