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Holly, Graham, Sid & Ace

About 3 years ago I did a solo trip down the Oregon Coast. It was a beautiful time, hopping and skipping down the coast, stopping on a whim’s notice and taking in all the glory of the Pacific Northwest. Little did I know at the time, but there are many beaches along the coast where […]

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Happy Father’s Day!

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there. We here at Shalimar Studios salute you, embrace the importance of your role in your children’s lives, and honor you to the utmost. This year we celebrated Father’s Day with a Father/Son portrait session of Jamil and his son Zarek. Could these two peas in a […]

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Zevar Designs Jewelry Shoot

Well, my last post was a moment of inspiration, and that led to the following jewelry shoot with more of her gorgeous jewelry sets. I had sent the last 2 self-portraits from the previous blog post to Gul, the owner of Zevar Designs and she LOVED them. She immediately sent me a handful of her […]

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A Moment of Inspiration

I don’t know why, but recently on a Friday night while I was at home, I had a moment of inspiration and jumped in front of the camera. I’ve been revisiting some of my studio lighting work, and wanted to try out a new light setup. So with no one else around, I set my […]

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Spring Portraits

We’re having the most amazing spring wildflower blooms in Arizona right now due to all the rain from earlier in the year. Give us a call or email us to schedule a session to take advantage of these gorgeous settings!

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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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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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