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Lynn with New Lighting

One of the best parts of being a photographer is taking creative freedom to try out new lighting, props and poses.  And so when I had finally come across some down time, I emailed my friend and fellow photographer Lynn, to ask her to come over and play.  I had purchased a new lighting modifier […]

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Choose Beautiful for Mother’s Day

Personal care company Dove, has over the recent past launched empowering and thought-provoking videos addressing beauty issues faced by women all across the world with their campaign for real beauty.  Their latest video, Dove Choose Beautiful, takes an interesting look into how women perceive themselves versus how their real and unique beauty shines through.  In […]

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Indian Bridal Beauty Shoot

As some of you know, I specialize in photographing Indian/Pakistani/South Asian weddings, engagements and events.  And I'm always excited to be sharing those images with you containing all the vibrant colors and traditions.  Additionally, if you've been following the blog, you've undoubtedly noticed my muse is a local Indian girl named Ria.  Ria and I […]

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Portraits at the beach in San Diego!

This year, to add variety and give you more options for your portraits, we are offering our services at new favorite vacation spots like the beach!  March 13th and 14th, I will be in San Diego offering portraits to you at a location we've not been able to do before.  As you have fun in […]

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The Peace Project

Just around New Year's, I was celebrating with my mother who had made a last-minute trip to visit me in Las Vegas.  And naturally during that holiday, our conversations tended to focus on reflecting upon the past year, formulating and making goals for the new year, and analyzing how and why we want our lives […]

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Free Session – Volunteers Needed

Happy New Year everyone!  With the new year brings new ideas and inspiration which has prompted me to pursue an idea that has been cooking for quite some time.  This month I'm starting a new personal photography project and am reaching out to you, looking for volunteers where you will receive a free session and […]

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Happy Holidays!

As we come to the close of 2014, I wanted to take a moment and send out warm wishes for a safe and happy holiday season, and to thank you for your business.  We have been honored that you chose us to photograph and capture those special moments for you, and look forward to many […]

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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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