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Happy Holidays!

It’s been a whirlwind few months with my trip to Iceland, family portrait sessions, and my move to Arizona.  I am so happy to be in a new state to expand and grow Shalimar Studios.  I can now welcome more families and clients into the fold and photograph them in ways just like I do […]

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Sameet & Christine’s Las Vegas Indian Sikh Wedding

Sameet and Christine met as medical residents at Iowa State University.  Both ingrained in their studies and launching of their careers, the least on their agenda was meeting someone and getting married.  But the Universe had other plans for them and before they knew it, they were madly in love and working side by side.  […]

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Las Vegas Refugees

I started earlier this year a relationship and partnership with Lighthouse Charities.  Lighthouse does tremendous work here in the Las Vegas area helping to support and resettle refugees.  Earlier this year we conducted a portrait series of several families where we were able to create portraits of each family in a studio setting, and gift […]

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We’re Growing!

Shalimar Studios, Now in Arizona!   Hi Friends and Clients!  As many of you know, I have quite the travel bug which has taken me to visit and photograph in locations all around the country and world.  Home base for the past 17 years has been Las Vegas, however a close second home has been […]

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A Unique Mother’s Story

As Mother’s Day approaches this weekend, I wanted to share the story of a unique woman I recently met, a lady named Susanna.  I met Susanna through Lighthouse Charities, of which I’ve partnered with to create portraits of local refugee families.  Susanna, her husband Ibrahim and their darling 2 children, Amos and Lea, were the first family […]

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Refugees – We Want to Tell Your Story

Hi Friends and Clients!  We are officially into 2017 and we do hope it is treating you well. In the past we have periodically looked for volunteers for personal projects that are outside of our typical client jobs.  You can see some of those unique Signature Sessions here on the website, where we’ve collaborated with […]

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Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays and Thank You for your Business! 2016 has been an amazing year here at Shalimar Studios, and I want to express a heartfelt thank you for being our customer.  Taking photos and turning them into heirloom and keepsake portraits is a true privilege, and a responsibility I do not take lightly.  I love […]

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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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