Anya Maria Photography

I'd only been on Instagram a few days, a real newbie, when I first stumbled across Anya's work. Her pictures captivated me from the first minute. They were the first pictures that not only impressed my eyes but that also touched my heart that much, even though they showed people I didn't know at all. As a new family photographer who wants to go far one day, my first thought was: I want to learn from this person, a workshop from exactly this woman is what I need. The information that Anya lives in Australia set me back in my plans.. and I was super sad. But as luck would have it, or was it just fate, a workshop was planned in Vienna/Austria, which I couldn't believe at first. Without hesitation, I secured a seat. I guess, one of the best spontaneous decisions I've made, so far. But making memories that matter, is something i not only wish for my clients, but also for myself, for my own little family.I wished for such pictures of us (especially for myself, who is rarely in photos anyway) that I can feel in this way, that make my heart beat faster and put a little smile on my lips. So we actually made it to a session with Anya, here in Austria. Sometimes really hard to believe for me. Our session with Anya was more of an experience than a shoot as i knew it and I will fondly remember this carefree time together with a lots of love and laughter for a long time. Memories of a wonderful evening in a really turbulent year. Memories that really touch my heart. Pictures that mean the world to me, they are my most valuable possession.Anya not only inspires me as a photographer. Anya inspires me in so many incredible ways. As a person, as a woman, as a wife and a mother. I love her point of view and am grateful that she shares it with us. It took me so incredibly long to write a review. Anya, please forgive me. The only reason was that in my opinion there are hardly any words that even come close to doing justice to you and your work.. it's so nice to have you. now what do I wish for today? that our first meeting wasn't our last one! sending you a big hug from Austria to Australia, ClaudiaPS I've read this review like 100 times, but I still think these words really aren't enough. Thank you! ♥️

Anya was a dream to work with! She made the entire session fun for the whole family and was able to create some beautiful moments which translated into beautiful photos! I will cherish these photos forever and am so grateful to have them. She communicated very promptly and got us our pictures back so quickly! I was impressed with every single thing about the experience. I would recommend Anya to anyone!

I have tired for a long time to sit and write this review but the honest truth is that it is so hard to put down in words how unbelievably incredible this beautiful women is at everything she does. From the moment you book a session and walk through the studio doors she creates a connection like no other. Anya feels like home, like that special someone that just gets you. We have had many sessions with Anya and each and every time I leave wanting more; more of that feeling of completeness that you feel when you leave after a beautiful session in front of her camera, and that’s before we have even seen the final product. I am yet to receive a gallery from Anya that hasn’t brought me to tears (tears of pure joy). The way she captures the unique beauty and character of our family is beyond belief. I am yet to find a photo I don’t adore.As I said, it’s hard to put down in words all the emotions that this incredible women has blessed our family with and the priceless memories we have but all I can say is; get in your family photos, document your memories, freeze your babies for that moment in time and hold onto those images forever and please, make Anya a part of your journey. She is truly divine!

I had a workshop with Anya in 2017 I was dreamed of and it definitely changed my life . Last year with my family we made ourselves a gift, we purchased our family session with her and it was amazing!! Memories that we will never forget! Such a precious moment!She is definitely the photographer that I'm dreaming to be , capturing souls and smiles ❤️ Thank you Anya ❤️

Getting our family photos done by Anya was a major bucket list item for me! Something I had been dreaming about for awhile. The way she captures families and children is so beautiful. I couldn’t wait for my family’s turn to be in front of her camera! I am absolutely in love with the images she captured of us and will cherish them forever.

We are forever grateful for all of our wonderful moments with Anya. From the very first moment we met Anya we knew we had found one very special photographer and only the BEST! Every session has touched our hearts, amazed us beyond and left us with the most breathtaking images that we will treasure forever. Anya’s talent is like no other, her approach is warm, gentle and relaxed and you feel so comfortable throughout the session. We are so fortunate to have had 8 wonderful sessions with Anya, where only magic happened. We will never get these special moments back in our life, but feel so honoured and blessed to have had Anya capture these moments and be apart of our journey throughout the years. Our prints are a daily reminder of the moments that were, and we love that we can look back on them year after year. Be warned, tears of pure happiness will be had when you have your gallery delivered, pinching yourself that it is your family that your looking at. Anya we cannot wait for next time, you are forever our favourite.Much love the Jones Family X X X X

I have a unique perspective where I am both a mentee and being in front of her lens. Anya is such a beautiful person. She just feels like someone you've known forever. She has this special gift of introspection and deeply feeling everything and everyone that really shines through in how she teaches and what she captures. She is amazing at what she does - her passion, her joy, her gift are all so inspiring. I cannot wait to learn more from her and to hang our own beautiful family photos in my home. Thank you, Anya, for being so generous of your talent, your heart and your spirit. I will forever be grateful.

My family and I had the opportunity to model" for a workshop in TX recently

We are so glad to have met Anya, and couldn't be happier with our family photos. My husband was dragging his feet about the session, but Anya made everyone feel very comfortable, and we all had a wonderful time. The gallery we received, captured the best of all of us, and we cannot wait to see her again in September for another session with our newborn.

Anya work is absolutely magic. In a few short hours she was able to capture the most beautiful images that I adore staring at everyday and will cherish for a lifetime. She makes the whole experience incredibly relaxing and comfortable. I can't wait to have another experience with Anya!