Physician by profession, now retired, he has always loved making photographic images. His pursuit of photography began while attending medical school in his native Pakistan and continued during his medical training in the UK and later in the USA. The fall colors of New England and snowy landscapes of North Dakota were some of the themes he explored.

The underlying component of his photography is the play of color, some times vibrant and dramatic and other times soft and subtle, but unique in its form. Color is the essential component in all of Dr. Rasheed's work, along with his innate ability to showcase the subtleties in objects that are missed by the naked eye.

Objects can range from rusted metal, chipped paint, tar, algae to the nuances deep within a flower.

His work has matured at a steady pace along with his travels all over the world. The exotic flora of Hawaii, the vibrant colors of Pakistan, the stunning artistry of Morocco, the serenity of Santa Fe and the cool tones of Greek Islands are just some of the backdrops he has explored.

Now free from the rigors and constraints of the medical profession, Shams has been able to immerse himself completely into his art. A perfectionist by nature, he is always looking to improve his work. He has transitioned from film based imaging and Cibachrome print making in a conventional darkroom to completely digital workflow with its challenges and rewards.

His newest venture is combining his work with his daughter Saba, an accomplished fine art and multimedia artist. The combination of these genres is producing exciting and truly unique works that are breathtaking in both in scope and vision.

Shams has participated in numerous group and solo exhibitions. His work has been incorporated into a calendar and has garnered numerous awards in juried art competitions.

His work is in the permanent collection of McAllen International Museum and Brownsville art museum, both in south Texas.

Shams's work is always vibrant and quite distinctive, whether it is hanging in a private residence or a professional office, the effect is the same. There is no denying the beauty and attention to detail each of his pieces exude.