Newborn and Baby Photography Reviews

I cannot recommend Maxine highly enough as a newborn photographer! From the moment we stepped into her pristine studio, we felt at ease. She has it all! Bottle warmer, diaper changing station, gorgeous swaddles, outfits, and accessories of every color palette and shade- something straight out of Pinterest. Maxine’s attention to detail and calming presence made the entire experience enjoyable, and she was incredibly skilled handling our premature baby who had recently been discharged from the NICU. Maxine demonstrates impressive training and knowledge of safely handling newborns, which gave us complete confidence in her care.

Her photography skills are truly exceptional—each shot captures the beauty and innocence of our little one perfectly. The final images are nothing short of breathtaking! If you're looking for a talented, professional, and kind photographer, look no further than Maxine. She has an extraordinary gift for creating timeless memories that you will cherish forever, and the entire session was so much FUN! ~ Brittany T. | Thousand OaksI recently had a "sitter session" with my 8-month-old daughter and I'm so glad I chose Maxine! My daughter can be hesitant around new people and I was afraid she'd cry the whole time, but Maxine was excellent at making a connection with her. She was patient, kind, and really knew how to get my daughter to warm up and enjoy the experience.

The resulting photos are simply stunning. Every shot is perfectly composed and captures my daughter's personality beautifully. I couldn't be happier with the outcome.
I highly recommend Maxine service to anyone looking to capture special moments with their loved ones. ~ May B | Los AngelesFrom the moment we entered the studio, it was evident that Maxine possesses an incredible talent for working with newborns. She has a wonderfully warm and inviting demeanor and created a lovely and relaxed environment for our baby (and ourselves!). She demonstrated immense patience and expertise, handling our little one with the utmost care and gentleness. She meticulously arranged every prop, blanket, and accessory, creating stunning setups! The photos exceeded our expectations and I cannot recommend Maxine enough! ~ Amy C.| BurbankI can't speak highly enough of Maxine! I emailed her to see if she had any slots open To my surprise she had some availability for us that weekday and was so awesome to set everything up! She was extremely helpful and worked with so much patience, especially with our newborn, she made our first baby picture look amazing!! she followed up with us again and then within 1 week she had our photos ready to go! The interface she uses for her photo galleries is top notch and all her photos were magical! I will absolutely be using her again when I recommend her to anyone that needs some baby pictures && If you are on the fence just do it! She is the best! ~ Issac G. | Los Angeles

Wow! I'm not sure what I expected since this was my first baby and first baby photo shoot. Maxine is incredibly kind and put us at ease the moment we walked into her lovely studio. She's obviously cares deeply about her clients and work she does because every corner of her studio is thought out and cozy. She has great advice and instructions on what parents should do during the photo shoot - and it worked! My 9 month old baby was all smiles and giggles, which made for so many amazing photos I'll cherish forever. Thank you, Maxine! ~ Caitlin D. | Los Angeles

Maxine is an incredibly talented and creative photographer. She was very warm and natural with my newborn. Her studio, set-ups and final images are amazing! She is a professional in every step of the way from contacting her to book our session,sending us detailed information on how to prepare for the session and about what to expect during our session, to providing us with a quick turn around of the digital images and a final photo album. Maxine was always very responsive, communicative and patient! AMAZING! How in the world did Maxine get a shot of my week old baby in a pail, smiling?! So adorable! ~ Suzi L. | Los Angeles

My husband and I, in our sleep-deprived stupor, loved Maxine's studio - it was professional, comfortable and relaxing. And our baby was very cooperative! I think she sensed that the vibe was good. The photos are absolutely to die for! Maxine is truly a talent and baby whisperer, thank you again! I HIGHLY recommend her services and will be coming back for my baby's future milestones. ~ Chelsea H. | Los Angeles

Maxine is the best ever !! so beyond grateful she had a last-minute appointment available for a newborn shoot. Her demeanor when handling my baby was so incredible. She really is an EXPERT at what she does. Her studio is seriously the cutest thing ever, took a minute to take it all in. She has everything from a boppy, changing table, comfy couch to sit on, bottle warmer, she has it all! Her stunning photos speak for themselves. Every single one is absolutely gorgeous. I'm so happy to have found her. Her photos of my sweet boy are something I'll treasure forever. ~ Hanna F. | Thousand Oaks

"Absolutely BRILLIANT!!! She is amazing!!!! My husband and I are very happy with the pictures and loved the fact that she is very professional! My daughter loves her and couldn't stop smiling!!! Love love love!!!!" ~ Yeji S. | Los Angeles

"All I can say is WOW! Maxine is amazing. The entire experience with Maxine was easy, fun, and dare I say... Relaxing?! I was nervous to take my 1 week old baby for a photo shoot because I had no idea how she would act. I was worried she'd be fussy and crying the whole time and we wouldn't end up with great photos. Maxine is a baby whisperer. She took such great care of our baby during the shoot and my husband and I were able to just sit back,  relax and sip coffee in her nice lounge area. We didn't have to do anything! Now on to the photos.. She perfectly captured our daughter. They are the most beautiful newborn photos I've ever seen. It's 100% worth the investment to end up with precious photos like these. I would recommend Maxine to anyone and everyone looking for the BEST NEWBORN photographer!!" ~ Jenna B. | Los Angeles

"Maxine is simply THE BEST!! There is a reason she is booked for months in advance. She's prompt, professional, patient, warm, and has a natural eye for getting that perfect shot that will make your heart melt. Her studio was very clean and comfortable to relax in.  My daughter has been extremely alert since she was born and doesn't sleep very well during the day. So trying to get her to sleep for the newborn shoot was extremely challenging. Maxine waited patiently for two hours for my little one to finally close her eyes. She was only able to stay asleep for about 45 minutes but Maxine optimized that time and we were able to get beautiful newborn pictures. I can't stop looking at them! I can't recommend Maxine enough. Even after the session I've enjoyed my correspondence with her. She's been absolutely wonderful to work with and I am looking forward to using her again in the future!" ~ Anna M | Beverly Hills

"My experience with Maxine Evans was AMAZING. Not only is she a lovely person who really loves babies but she is an exceptional photographer....the pictures she took of my daughter were truly beautiful. She knows how to get the perfect photos and she makes you feel so comfortable and at home in her studio. I can't wait for Maxine to shoot pics of my second daughter who is on the way!! Maxine is such a pleasure to work with!" ~ Jodi S. | Beverly Hills 

"My husband and I are so happy that we did amazing photo shoot for our newborn baby Knox. We LOVE Maxine and enjoyed every moment of the session! Knox did all the poses and we have a beautiful album and announcement cards! Our friends could not believe that she kept him asleep thru the whole time.. amazing! It's all thanks to her talent and her nice energy :-)

Thank you Maxine :) Kiss from Knox" ~ Andrea B. | Rancho Palos Verdes

"Our photo session with Maxine was truly a pleasure. Maxine is an AMAZING photographer and really knows how to work with babies. She was able to get not only big smiles, but huge belly laughs from my baby girl who is going through some separation anxiety right now and doesn't love to smile for strangers! From our initial contact, Maxine was kind, flexible and so easy to communicate with. We are so happy to have these gorgeous photos." ~ Lisa S. | Beverly Hills

"We met Maxine through a friend and fell in love with her portfolio. She is so attentive, thinks of your every need, and really treats you as if you are her only client. She took such care with our newborn and also our toddler, who was ready to give her plenty of hugs at the end of the shoot! Her studio is clean, comfortable, and has every amenity you might need. Our photos were so beautiful, we could not be happier. I would highly RECOMMEND Maxine to friends and family!!" ~ Lekha R. | Bel Air

"Maxine is INCREDIBLE!!! She's a must for any newborn session. The images from our session are absolutely jaw dropping. She not only takes wonderful photos but is wonderful as well. She fully takes care of the parents too by offering a lounge with snacks and a perfect view of the whole session. I highly recommend that if you are looking for a baby photographer book her today!" ~ Mykee S | Hollywood

"We had a WONDERFUL experience from the moment we booked until we received our beautiful photos. She responded to emails immediately throughout the whole process. Maxine makes the parents feel at ease as she works her magic with your baby. She was so patient and gentle with our little girl. We received the finished photos very quickly which we appreciated because we were so excited to show them off! I really appreciated how easy it was to sign into the website and look at our photos. We will cherish these photos forever! Thank you!" ~ Marissa A.| Los Angeles

"Maxine is absolutely incredible!!! Our newborn session was such a wonderful experience. Her studio is so warm and inviting - while Maxine captures the most beautiful moments with your little one, mom and dad can have a moment in the midst of a brand new baby to relax. The images from our session are absolutely BREATHTAKING and we will treasure them always. I would recommend that if you have a baby on the way - book a session with Maxine ASAP!" ~ Dene S | Hollywood

"Maxine is the BEST hands down! She is very professional and sweet with a great personality. Our daughter was only six days old when we did our photo shoot and the pictures are to die for. We couldn't be happier with the results. First off, Maxine was very informative as to how to prepare for the shoot and what to expect, which is helpful for brand new parents like us. Her studio was easy to find, very nice and clean with easy access rockstar parking. The waiting room is extremely comfortable with Apple TV and refreshments. We just hung out and let her do her thing. We felt our baby was in good hands with her. She comes highly recommended!" ~ Brian B. | Los Angeles 

"WOW! Maxine Evans is not only an incredible photographer, she is also the baby whisperer! We brought my 8 month daughter to be photographed and the experience was more than I could have hoped for. The studio is spotless, warm and inviting. Filled with all the props and warm and fuzzy blankets you would hope for. Maxine was gentle and loving with my baby and managed to get some amazing shots! look no further - Maxine is your girl!" Rachel S. | Sherman Oaks

"I am very picky when it comes to choosing a photographer, and a newborn photographer was no exception. I knew exactly the look I wanted- something timeless, organic, and very natural; Maxine's portfolio captured all of that. I was a little hesitant booking Maxine at first because I live over 2 hours away; however while searching the Internet high and low here in OC there was just no other photographer that compared. We booked Maxine and it was such a GREAT decision. My 7 day to of daughter did fine with the car ride to her studio. Once we got there Maxine and her assistant were very accommodating. We got to wait in the parents lounge (equipped with a super comfy couch! I dare you not to fall asleep!) while my little one got her pictures done. The whole experience was amazing and the final product is absolutely gorgeous! I'm having a hard time picking my favorite photos because they are all THAT good! I've received so many compliments on her photos! I'm already looking forward to booking my cake smash with Maxine for my daughters 1st!" ~ Kelly E. | Orange County

"Maxine is a real MASTER of her craft. She photographed my week old son and my wife and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. The photos came out perfectly! Not only is she an amazing photographer, but she was also so incredibly gentle and caring with our little boy. Her studio in Agoura Hills is very nice and relaxing -- so much so my wife and I were tempted to fall asleep during the session! I can't recommend Maxine highly enough. She was such a pleasure to work with and we look forward to returning for more photos in the future!" ~ Daniel M | Thousand Oaks

"I did my fair share of research before I committed to a photographer. I talked to many and my gut just told me that Maxine was the one to capture our little ones newborn photos. Maxine was so sweet over the phone and over email before I actually had the chance to meet her in person, she communicated with me very well while I was at the hospital and we made an appointment for seven days after my son was born. The photo shoot session was an ABSOLUTE BLISS, my husband and I felt so comfortable and we're so happy to be taking to be working with Maxine. There is something special about her and the way she works with newborns, almost angelic. I would highly highly recommend Maxine Evans as a photographer to friends and whoever reads this post and the photos my gosh are so professional and to die for." ~ Shadi G | Brentwood

"I cannot say enough great things about Maxine and her photos. We selected Maxine to take newborn photos of our baby girl after viewing her AMAZING portfolio on her website, and we are certainly glad we did. During the photo shoot, despite the fact that our daughter seemed to be interested only in feeding and pooping and we were nervous first-time parents, Maxine made us feel so comfortable and at ease and was so patient and calming with our baby. She had an incredible energy and presence, which I believe shows through in her photos. We are so pleased with our photos and can't wait to display them throughout our home and share them with family and friends. I will recommend Maxine to anyone and everyone and can't wait to use her for future sessions!" ~ Laurie S | Los Angeles 

"What an experience!! Maxine Evans Photography is an absolute WONDERFUL experience and the perfect choice for a newborn photo shoot. Maxine is an extremely professional photographer with a warmth and professionalism that goes beyond words. The studio is perfect for a newborn. It is warm, cozy and inviting. From the moment I walked in the door with my daughter, son in law and newborn grandson, this grand mom knew that the moments captured by Maxine would be absolutely perfect and would be cherished forever. When the images arrived (very quick delivery), we were not disappointed and put us all in "happy" tears. Don't second guess - Maxine Evans Photography is the photographer and studio you are looking for!!" ~ Marla T. | Los Angeles

"I was very lucky I waited until the last minute to book my newborn photos because I ended up finding Maxine!  I saw her website and LOVED her photos but I wasn't sure I wanted to drive from Santa Monica to Agoura Hills with a newborn. However, she fit me into her schedule last minute with no questions asked!  The drive was easier than expected and once we got there the studio was so cute and comfortable and she was incredible with my little baby boy James.  You can tell she LOVES what she does and she takes the time to get each photo just right.  I was beyond happy with all of my photos and the whole experience.  I will be using her again for our family portraits!" ~ Sara N. | Santa Monica