A romantic black and white photo series of a couple embracing on a beach.

Aleksandra D. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

Series of candid shots showing a person playing with a grey cat by a window.

Aleksandra d. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

Black and white intimate photo series showing tender moments between a couple.

Aleksandra d. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

Dramatic studio portraits against a dark background showcasing moody lighting.

Aleksandra d. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

Black and white close-up series of a friendly pit bull dog with distinct markings.

Aleksandra D. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

Professional portrait series showing contemplative poses against dark background in formal attire.

Aleksandra D. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

Artistic sequence of movement in white space with flowing fabric and dynamic poses.

Aleksandra D. Zaytseva

Modern portrait, Lifestyle & Events photography

My philosophy

telling your story through personal and evocative imagery

Black and white intimate beach photography sequence showing casual summer moments.
Black and white photo of a performer singing on stage with dramatic lighting.

After eight years in Washington, DC and three years bouncing around the world, I am thrilled to settle and bring my photography studio to the beautiful Barcelona. I have over ten years of experience photographing events, portraits, families, and travels, and I love nothing more than connecting with every client.


My passion is to be able to tell each person's story through my work, by capturing them at their most authentic, loving, connected, dynamic selves.

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Selected works

 

Dramatic low-key portrait sequence showing silhouettes against dark background.
Dramatic black and white photo of dancers performing expressive movements on stage.
Black and white shot of dancers executing a dramatic dip move during a performance.
A performer stands on stage in dramatic black and white lighting at a comedy club.
Classic black and white portrait series with white shirt against minimal background.
Person reclining on striped bedding in casual indoor photoshoot.
Two people lying in grass and laughing together among green foliage.
Black and white sequence showing intimate moments on a couch.
Black and white photo of band performing live on stage with instruments.
Series of expressive poses showing emotions against white background.
Silhouetted figures relaxing on couch in dimly lit room.
Black and white photo of people dancing in a dimly lit ballroom.
Person in vintage-style outfit reclining on dark stone steps.
Artistic black and white portrait of person lying on white bedding.
A DJ performs at a nightclub with colorful lighting and professional equipment.
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Fun Facts

10+

Years of experience hiding my face behind a camera

15+

Countries traveled and photographed in

120+

Happy clients, and counting

12+

Brands represented through either new marketing or corporate event imagery

Testimonials

"Such a skilled photographer! Highly recommend! I hired Aleksandra for a personal photoshoot in Barcelona and I was so impressed that after I hired her again to do a promotion photoshoot for my gym business. Her work is outstanding. I don't know how to model and she put me totally at ease. I enjoyed every moment of our shoot, she is a total professional."

Siobhan

"Sasha has done outstanding work, both in a professional shoot and in the engagement photos from my wedding, which my wife and I so treasure. She has a great eye and is a pleasure to work with. I cannot recommend her highly enough!"

Andrew

"I crossed paths with Aleksandra during a trip to Albania where I hired her to capture special moments of the trip. She captured some of my favorite pics from that time. She has a gift for finding the perfect light and angle to make you feel both natural and stunning. To this day, I say she is the only person allowed to photograph me professionally."

Nelson

Testimonials

"Aleksandra really made me feel at ease and comfortable with having my photos taken. I usually feel so awkward but she really took the time to talk to me and direct my posing in a way that felt natural and not forced. The result were photos that I still look fondly at today and I’m so glad I asked her to capture that moment in my life. She does a great job at capturing your essence and I highly recommend her!"

Elizabeth

"Aleksandra is a truly talented, creative, and proactive photographer. She has a special gift for making anyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, and she knows how to amplify your inner magic, beauty, and the spark in your eyes. Every time I see a photo she's taken of me, I’m amazed at how naturally captivating it looks - it's like she captures the best version of me without effort."

Katia

"Aleksandra is a joy to work with. Every photo session with her as a photographer is stress-free, inspiring, and invigorating. She took pictures of me on multiple occasions, from neutral home settings and natural light, to dressed up, to my wedding. Every time the pictures were fantastic! They are vibrant and full of life, and I like that a lot. Also, Aleksandra is easy to talk to, and she is a great communicator and a fantastic listener. She followed my requests about the photos and at the same time she was ready to give a suggestion or a fresh idea when needed. I would be happy to order a new photo session from Aleksandra again!"

Irina

Testimonials

"I can be a curmudgeon perpetually unhappy with how I look in photos. It is a rare picture of myself I actually like - and many of the ones I do love came from Aleksandra's lens. She was a delight to work with, and was able to transform some rough ideas I had into a spectacular set of portraits. I am absolutely looking forward to the next time an opportunity presents itself to work with her."

Boris

"We had a wonderful experience with Aleksandra! She was able to channel the diverse energy levels of the three generations involved in our photoshoot and to capture the authentic spirit of our multicultural family. Plus, she is excellent at suggesting accompanying background and props (or lack thereof) that would tease out the unique character of each subject and make them look their best."

Olga

"Aleksandra Zaytseva's delightful and open demeanor puts even the most unsure subject completely at ease. Through her expert production and direction, she creates beautiful photos for whatever your needs. I am astounded that I walked away from my shoot with a whole album of professional headshots that also show personality and nuance. I am thrilled with the results - she is an absolute professional. "

Alexandra

Black and white photo of person in formal attire standing in doorway.

Let’s Connect

I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.

 

Get in touch

Say hello. Let's work together.

I believe that every person deserves to have a portrait they love. That's why I am dedicated to creating the ultimate portrait experience for you. Whether you want to feel empowered and confident, professional and polished, or glamorous and sexy -I'll guide you through every step of the process.


The first step is to tell us why you want to be photographed. Maybe it's to create a stunning legacy for yourself and the next generation, or simply because you deserve to have a portrait you love. Whatever the reason, we'll work together to plan a photo session that captures your true essence and personality.


We'll also prepare for your session in the weeks leading up to it, and on the day of the shoot. I will go over all of the details, availability, and how to reserve your date during your complimentary consultation.  Just select the best time to chat and I can't wait to meet you.