Internationally practicing Turkish photographer Merve Hasman was born in Zurich, Switzerland. Her passion for photography began when she was given a Helmut Newton book as a present.

Merve studied photography at the School of Visual Arts in New York, where she also assisted renowned fashion photographer, Steven Klein. She later worked for successful Turkish photographer Tamer Yilmaz, who taught her how to manage her own business.

Working with accomplished photographers and interacting with people from internationally diverse backgrounds has informed Merve's inspirations and enabled her to grow as an enthusiastic professional photographer. She continues to work freelance.