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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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Fitness Photoshoot with Peyton Stuewe

I had found this location a couple of years ago in Downtown Phoenix, and knew it would be the perfect setting for a vibrant fitness shoot. So when local model Peyton was referred to me, I felt a tang of kismet for this shoot. Peyton is another up and coming model signed with Ford/RBA and […]

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Brand Photography – Ginger Clayton, owner of Elontec

Tell us a little about you. I am a mother of 5, wife and I have a granddaughter who is 7.  Family is very important to me and my favorite thing to do is play games, watch movies or go on adventures with them.  I grew up in a small town in Vermont, next door […]

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Brand Photography – Felicia Romero, Fitness & Business Coach

Come meet Felicia! This lady is on fire. Let me tell you. From the moment I first spoke with her on the phone, her energy burst through the earpiece. Her vibrant and outgoing personality equally shines through her dynamite smile, and that is why I’m so excited to share more of her story with you […]

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Scottsdale Health Magazine

In July we had the pleasure of photographing Samantha in a fitness photo shoot to celebrate a 100lb weight loss which also coincided with her 30th birthday. We were so excited about her images and her story, that we shared it with the publishers of Scottsdale Health Magazine and they decided to profile Samantha in […]

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Samantha’s Fitness Photo Shoot

I met Samantha at TruFusion where both of us workout in heated and non-heated classes. I love my workouts there, and it has become a second home to me where I’ve met some of my closest friends since moving to Scottsdale 1.5 years ago. While attending a recent class, I learned Samantha is a professional […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

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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Whether you're celebrating a milestone, capturing your family's legacy, or simply honoring this moment in time, we're here to create portraits that reflect your sophisticated style and authentic spirit. Reach out to begin your bespoke portrait experience—we can't wait to tell your story.

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