In addition to his work with Hillary Clinton, Abbas has photographed other prominent political figures, including Bill Clinton, Ronald Reagan, Nelson Mandela, and Barack Obama. Each photograph tells a story, capturing the essence of these leaders and the significance of the moments in which they were taken.
Capturing Historic Moments
One of the defining moments of Abbas Shermohammadi’s career came during the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States. This event, watched by millions around the world, was a significant moment in American history, and Abbas was there to capture it.
What made Abbas’s photograph of Trump’s inauguration stand out was the equipment he used—a 115-year-old panoramic camera. In an age where digital photography dominates, Abbas’s choice to use such an old camera was a testament to his deep respect for the art of photography and his desire to capture the event in a way that would stand the test of time.
The photograph was not only noticed by the public but also by President Trump himself. Trump acknowledged Abbas’s work in a tweet, thanking him for the photograph. The image was later installed in the White House, a symbol of Abbas’s contribution to documenting this historic moment.