Film is unhurried and wonderful.

Good things take time…making memories on film is no exception.

As a photographer, I’m here to slow you down and give you permission to have fun. The key is to let go of all expectations and be present with your family. Staying in the moment will allow me to artfully capture you as you are.

There is no rush to accomplish the session quickly. I’ve found that taking our time gives everyone space to open up and trust my process.

I’m so glad you found my work and believe it’s not by chance that you’re here! Get to know more about me below…

Meet Anna

I’m a documentary motherhood, birth and family photographer based in Tucson, Arizona. I consider myself to be professional observer of our humanity. It’s an honor to document your family’s story with a mix of film and digital cameras.

I’m also a part-time student with a goal to eventually become a midwife one day. This work combines all of my passions and allows me to stay close to the world of supporting women and families during a pivotal time in their lives.

Warm, easygoing and passionate describe my personality best. I’m here to celebrate you in whatever season of life you find yourself in. When I’m not working, you can find me spending time in nature or camping with my daughter, Valentina.

Tucson Arizona maternity and family photographer
a toddler laying on a table captured on film at home in Tucson, Arizona
a young girl eating gelato in Barrio Viejo captured by Tucson family photographer Anna Zajac
a selfie of a mother and daughter captured by Tucson Arizona family and wedding photographer, Anna Zajac

I continually find inspiration from photographing Valentina on film. She is my constant muse and the whole reason I started Unhurried Wonderful. Noticing, observing, and documenting her has been my greatest work.

The regular pursuit of capturing our daily life has become an integral part of my creative expression. How I photograph V has informed me of how I want to approach photographing families on film: slowly and with presence.

Film brings such a sense of nostalgic and artful energy to photos which turns the ordinary into magic…this is why I love film so much. It’s the closest medium I have found that captures the way I see the mundane in my life.

I also just love the element of surprise that film gives. Unlike shooting digital, there's no instant feedback or ability to review shots. It’s such a fun surprise when film comes back from the lab!

If you have felt a connection with my work, please get in touch.

a selfie of a mother and daughter captured by Tucson wedding and family photographer, Anna Zajac