Young woman in white off-shoulder dress extending lavender flowers toward camera during a park picnic.
Meet the Photographer

Hey, my name is Mona Nijim

I’m a photographer based in Sugar Land, Texas, specializing in natural, joyful moments for seniors, families, couples, and special events. I love creating images that feel warm, timeless, and authentic, while making every session relaxed, comfortable, and fun.


I graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in Media Production, with a concentration in Digital Cinematography and Filmmaking, along with a minor in Marketing. My background in filmmaking has shaped the way I approach photography, with a focus on storytelling, composition, lighting, and the little moments that make each story unique.


When I’m not behind the camera photographing a session, you’ll often find me working as a camera operator for a local sports team or on set creating short films. Whether I’m photographing a family, documenting a special event, or working on a film, I’m passionate about telling stories through visuals and creating images that people can look back on for years to come.

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Short Film BTS Photography

 

Three young people gathered indoors, two leaning over a surface while a woman stands nearby in a casual setting.
Film crew setting up lighting equipment outdoors for a video production shoot in a park setting.
Two people interact near a tree in an outdoor restaurant patio setting on a sunny day.
A tattooed man sits in a director's chair on a film set, thoughtfully touching his face.
A film crew sets up lighting equipment while directing an actress on an indoor set.
A filmmaker holds a professional camera on a sunny outdoor set with a gazebo and picnic table in the background.
Young man with realistic bloody wound makeup on face and neck poses outdoors at a patio restaurant.
A cinematographer films outdoors on a sunny day while a crew member assists on set.
Two people sit in chairs looking at their phones in front of an American flag in a dimly lit room.
Two crew members review footage on a monitor during a film production shoot.
Young woman examining her teeth in an ornate gold-framed mirror in a dimly lit room.
Two people sit at a red table in a warmly lit wooden studio during a filmed interview with camera on tripod.
A film crew sets up an outdoor shot on a wooden deck surrounded by trees.
Close-up of a man with stage makeup cuts and bruises on his face at an outdoor patio.
A film crew adjusts boom microphone and camera equipment on a rustic wooden set.
A filmmaker operates a camera on a stabilizer rig in a dimly lit rustic interior.
A young man in a red shirt and cap adjusts film equipment indoors during a video production shoot.
Cinematographer operating a professional camera rig on a film set with bright studio lighting.
A film director gestures while crew members operate cameras on a brick-walled set.
Two people reading scripts under stage lighting in a dimly lit theater rehearsal space.
Busy film crew working with boom mic and lights on a colorful indoor production set.
Film crew operating a camera on a tripod inside a dimly lit room during a production shoot.
Cinematographer operating a professional film camera on a tripod outdoors near a large tree.
Behind-the-scenes film production setup with professional lighting equipment and crew members in a dark studio.
Behind-the-scenes photo shoot with crew members laughing and posing in front of a Godox FS400 lighting setup.
Man posing proudly next to an IMAX camera box on a film set with warm lighting and equipment.
Smiling woman in white dress being interviewed on camera at Los Robles rustic wooden backdrop.
Two people engage in a staged combat scene outdoors, with a man and woman handling a prop rifle near a tree.
A woman poses confidently on a director's chair on a professional film set with studio lighting equipment.
A film crew captures a lively outdoor scene on a sunny deck with actors laughing.
Woman wearing sunglasses relaxes at an outdoor patio table in warm golden sunlight.
Two people at a dimly lit bar, one reviewing a menu while a bartender works behind a bottle-lined counter.
Young Asian woman with face markings stands outdoors in a white top, looking serious.
A bartender mops the floor of an empty bar with wooden paneling and liquor bottles on shelves.
A man stands outdoors on a sunny patio near a bar with trees in background.
Film crew members examine a professional camera on a dimly lit movie production set.
A camera operator films a scene while crew members observe in a dimly lit venue.
Interior of Los Robles bar with red lighting, wooden walls, high tables, and tiled floor.
Young man in black shirt sitting at an outdoor patio table gesturing during conversation.
Two people smiling and posing together in front of a brick wall indoors.
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Young woman lying on picnic blanket with eyes closed, holding flowers, blue bouquet beside her head.

 

 

"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."

 

~walt disney

 

Happy couple embracing outdoors, woman in striped dress and man in green shirt, smiling at each other in a sunny park.
Two hands holding ultrasound sonogram photos outdoors with green trees in background.
Young woman in elegant pink ball gown stands in a gazebo overlooking a serene lake at golden hour.

 

 

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Every fairytale begins with a first step. Reach out, and let’s make yours unforgettable.

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