From time to time, a family event deserves to be remembered – a baptism, first holy communion, wedding anniversary, first birthday celebration and other milestones that happen only once in a lifetime. As your family event photographer, I document these meaningful occasions as they naturally unfold, preserving them in candid family photos you’ll treasure for years to come.
For family events like baptisms, first holy communions, and other church ceremonies, having a professional family event photographer makes all the difference. A calm, respectful presence is essential in sacred or emotional settings. I document all the meaningful, fleeting moments without disruption – quietly, unobtrusively, and with genuine care.
First birthdays are often celebrated in the comfort of your home. Some parents choose to prepare a small cake smash setup or a decorated corner for their little one, while others celebrate throughout the house, chatting with guests and simply enjoying the day together. Either way, as a family event photographer, I always keep my focus on authentic moments and genuine interaction, capturing laughter, connection and the joy of celebrating, rather than creating posed, studio-like images. I document celebrations of any kind and at any age, from intimate family gatherings to milestone anniversaries, and I am always happy to travel to different locations.
I value spontaneity and natural flow, which allows me to approach every celebration in a calm and unobtrusive way. As a family event photographer, I aim to contribute to a relaxed atmosphere where you can truly enjoy your day while I quietly document it. You don’t need to worry about the camera or about doing everything “right” – I gently guide when needed, but most of the time I simply observe. I am often approached by families who appreciate authentic, unposed photographs over staged or overly directed images.
“Eva did a fantastic job capturing the baptism of our daughter. She preserved beautiful moments and genuine smiles of our little one and the whole family. Her warm and engaging manner made everyone feel at ease, allowing her to take these stunning photos in a relaxed and natural way. Thank you, Eva!“
“Eva is a truly fantastic photographer. My family has hired her 5 times in the last two years and she has delivered excellent results every time! No matter the weather, the energy/mood of our toddler, tired parents and/or sick kid, and the general chaos of family life (including our dog), she always manages to capture something special. On top of beautiful photographs, Eva herself is a lovely person that you will want to befriend and welcome into your family. She even comes prepared with a treat for our little girl to help win her over and keep her smiling. I highly recommend Eva for any of your photography needs!”
“Eva was recommended by a friend and we have done 3 sessions with her since Christmas – I feel like we are addicted to her and her wonderful photos!! Not only does she somehow make us all look great (which certainly has to do with the fact that we are always happy to be around her), but she is always super fun and sweet, esp. with our son who tends to be all over the place…We already look forward to our next session with her!!!”
Around two to three weeks after your event, your photographs will be ready in a private online gallery. You will be able to view the full collection, share it with family and friends, and download your images in both high resolution and web size.
✔ up tp 1-hour documentary photography
✔ a complete collection of photographs (80-100 photos)
online gallery easy to share with family and friends
✔ weekday and weekend time slots included
✔ each additional hour of coverage is €150
✔ express delivery within 2 working days is € 100
✔ for events outside Vienna, a travel fee may apply
If you’d like to have a professional make-up done, just let me know. I work closely with Suzana, who creates very natural looks that highlight your features while still feeling like you.
Have photographs that often grow in meaning over time, becoming part of your family’s story. A story you’ll love recalling more and more as your children grow older.
MyWed, an international platform for wedding and family photographers, ranks Eva Vycitalova Photography as the second-best family photographer in Vienna and among the top 30 wedding photographers in Austria.
