My wife and I used Maxine for both a maternity shoot and newborn photos. We just absolutely loved her. Her personality coupled with her obvious passion for her work made the whole experience awesome. All of the images came out just as good as the ones on her website. She worked closely with us to find out what we wanted but also had some awesome ideas. We would highly recommend Maxine. read more

Maxine and her team took the most amazing photos of my horse at last year's Foxfield derby. Perfect timing and great clarity is what she is all about. They were the BEST horse show photos I've ever gotten. She normally specializes in portraits, especially babies I think, but her horse show photos are simply spectacular. read more

I had such a great experience with Maxine on our sitter photo session. My baby absolutely loved her and it resulted in gorgeous photos! She was also so accommodating and communicative leading up to our session. The whole experience was all I had hoped it would be: laid back, smooth and pleasant! read more

I couldn't be happier with how the newborn session went, the pictures are amazing. My husband was a little reluctant, he didn't understand why we needed professional pictures and also why should we go to her studio (which is a little far for us) and when we got there, he understood why. The studio is perfect to welcome newborn, infants... The parents lounge is great to relax in, especially when you haven't slept for a week (you still can keep an eye on your baby)... We will be back for a sitter session and her 1st Birthday... read more

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. Im so happy to have found her. Her photos of my sweet boy are something I'll treasure forever. read more

We had our milestone session last Friday and I had to write an update to my review! I am IN LOVE with the images she captured of my daughter! Maxine also took some "mommy and me" photos that are stunning, truly keepsakes. The package that I bought included 5 digital images of my choice, but there was no way I could choose only 5 and I upgraded and kept all of the images. Thank you again Maxine! It was wonderful to spend a morning with you. :) read more

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Maxine is amazing! Scheduling was a breeze and the photos were perfect. I had scheduled a newborn shoot about 4 months prior to the arrival of my little boy. Once he arrived, I had to change the original date since he was not feeling well and was a little jaundice. Maxine was very understanding and accommodating of the situation. I appreciated the promptness of her emails and was in communication with her up until the session. On the day of the session, we arrived early to feed the baby and make sure he was comfortable. The studio was warm and welcoming. It was very clean, relaxing, and inviting. All the props and backdrops were set and ready for a quick photo shoot. Maxine had all the necessary amenities for babies too. She a had heater, a noise machine, a changing table with diapers, and anything else needed for a baby. She also ensured that the parents were comfortable as well by providing a comfy couch, snacks, wifi, and a tv. During the session, Maxine was attentive to the baby's needs, especially since my little one was not being very cooperative. Her main focus was to make sure he was comfortable and able to provide a nice photo. It is very evident that Maxine loves what she does, is amazing with babies, and it shows in her product. The photos she took were exactly what I wanted to capture the first few days of my little one's life. I definitely recommend her and will be going back! read more

Our son just turned one and we were so lucky to get Maxine Evans to photograph him! We absolutely love the shots. She has an amazing eye for detail and colors and seamlessly captures amazing shots! I loved the colors that she chose for him. It seems like every baby gets special attention and different outfits and poses. I researched several photographers for these shots and she is by far the best out there! I could not find another business matching her creativity, color combinations and I loved her sashes and props! She has a "Je ne sais quoi" flair for amazing colors and we were amazed! Her studio is so cute and spotless! She is very warm and inviting. She was able to get some grins out of our baby even though he was busy crawling off the set and had been quite anxious with strangers. Thank you Maxine! You are the best! read more

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Amazing photographer and amazing experience. She made everything so easy and smooth from booking the session itself to the actual photo shoot day. She is patient and kind and definitely knows what she is doing. Her work speaks for itself. Highly recommend for newborn photos. Edit- we went back for the sitter session when our son was 9 months and simply amaaaaazzzzinggg!!!! Maxine's work is absolutely hands down amazing! She does such a great job !!! Maybe one day she will take on toddlers as clients too if so, we would book with her in a heart beat. Thank you Maxine for your great work and professionalism!!!! read more

We had a great experience with Maxine Evans Photography! She was so sweet and so gentle with our new baby. All we had to do was sit back and relax while she did her thing. The studio was very clean and beautiful. Our photos came out beautiful!! read more

Maxine Evans was absolutely great! My son was having a little trouble staying asleep because we drove 2 hours to get there and he slept the whole way there but Maxine was so patient and wonderful with him, meanwhile getting the best shots of him. Her studio is so precious and the perfect spot, it was nice to relax for a couple of hours while she took care of him, dirty diapers and all. She has the perfect personality for working with newborns it was great. I'm in love with his photos and so excited I chose Maxine to capture his newborn moments. It's something I'm going to cherish forever. My whole experience was great and I would definitely be recommending her to all of my friends and family who are expecting! read more

I contacted Maxine for a newborn family photography session when I was just entering my 2nd trimester and I am so happy that we did! As my due date approached, I kept Maxine informed so that she could accommodate us when we were released from the hospital. Going to a 3-4 hour photo shoot when your newborn is just days old may seem like the last thing you want to do, but it's SO worth it! Maxine was able to capture great pictures of my newborn and even a few of my toddler at the end of the session. She even managed to make me look fresh even though I was exhausted. My only regret is that we didn't do these pictures for my firstborn! read more

Not only is Maxine a talented photographer (one look at her portfolio and you know that!) but she's a complete doll. As soon as we walked in to her studio there was a deep sigh of relief knowing she knew exactly how to handle my daughter and we felt completely comfortable through the entire session. We let Maxine take the lead and she did an amazing job with us and my daughter. I am looking forward to our next session with Maxine! read more

Hands down the best period. My husband and I relaxed the entire time she and her assistant posed our newborn. They are simply amazing. They handled our son with such care and safety was their top priority. You can see how much experience Maxine truly has and how she enjoys her craft. The studio is beautiful and you really feel at home. Maxine has the best personality and can't wait to return for a sitting session! read more

Maxine is amazing!! We had newborn photos taken of our 10-day old daughter and it was such a lovely experience. The studio is beautiful - such a warm, light, relaxing environment. The heat is turned up so the sweet little babes are nice and comfortable during their photo sessions. And Maxine herself is such a warm, friendly and patient person and has a great way with babies. She has a wonderful selection of one-of-a-kind outfits, cozy blankets and backdrops and props which make for the cutest, dreamiest, adorable photos with your little one. Our baby girl wasn't the most sleepy/co-operative and kept waking up with every wardrobe change, but Maxine was so patient and reassured us that we would get some great shots - and we did, indeed! All the pictures turned out fabulous and our little girl looks like the cutest, most peaceful sleeping little darling in all of them! Haha! The quality and lighting of the photographs are so beautiful! I'm so happy we chose Maxine to capture this special time in our daughter's life - we'll treasure these photos forever! Thanks again, Maxine! read more

Maxine is absolutely amazing at what she does! She's not only kind but she takes her time and treats your child as her own. We couldn't have been happier with her beautiful work! I highly recommend her work and not to mention her studio is adorable and super cozy. I would give her 100 starts. read more

If I could give more than five stars, I would. Maxine recently photographed our newborn son and captured beautiful pictures. As a first-time mom, I was extremely nervous to hand my 5-day old son to a complete stranger. However Maxine made us feel welcomed, the studio was spotless, she explained the whole process and very importantly she washed her hands before asking for the baby (which was extremely important to me!) I was extremely happy to see the finished product, I'm sure we will see her again in the near future. read more

Maxine did an amazing job with our little little one! We absolutely love our photos. I highly recommend!

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! read more

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! read more

Milad's : Maxine took our baby's newborn photos and our experience with her couldn't have been better! Her talent and passion for what she does is noticeable in every picture she takes, and her easy going, light-hearted personality makes her delightful to work with. We're looking forward to scheduling many more photo sessions with her in the future. read more

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 photoshoot 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!! read more

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! read more

Maxine was amazing! As first-time parents, we wanted the best pictures we could possibly get of our first child and Maxine very easily delivered on that task. Not only were her photos amazing but her gentle care with our son made the whole photo shoot that much more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Maxine to any of our friends and family. read more

Maxine is hands down the best! She was so patient with my sweet boy and took her time to get every picture perfect! We are beyond happy with how our pictures turned out. Her studio is clean and cozy. Thank you for such a wonderful experience! Can't wait to book with you again in the future. read more

I only have wonderful things to say about Maxine, her staff and her pristine studio. If you haven't already, just take a look at her online gallery - you will be impressed!. She takes beautiful photographs and you are going to get some great shots of your little one. I got some priceless photos of my 2 sons together... her work is just amazing. I was a little nervous about bringing our 2.5 year old and our newborn, but we felt very supported. Maxine is super warm and we were all very comfortable around her. We definitely recommend Maxine! read more

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. No one doesn't like her I have been told. - Shadi (one happy client :) read more

Maxine is a true professional!!! She photographed my baby girl at seven days young and the whole experience was amazing! I was post c-section and naturally sleep deprived and this newborn photo shoot ended up being a peaceful break for me as opposed to a stressful process. Maxine and her assistant handled everything while I was able to relax with a wonderful cup of tea in her mother's lounge. I could have stayed there all day, it was that relaxing! The finished product was just as amazing! Maxine is a master of her craft and she doubles as a baby whisperer to boot! I will forever cherish the beautiful keepsakes that she was able to capture of such a precious and special time in our lives! read more

Maxine is amazing! We loved her studio, her energy and of course the photos come out AMAZING!! You can trust Maxine to deliver an exceptional shoot. And the fact that she loves babies and animals is awesome. read more

We brought our 7 month old son in for a milestone photo session. Maxine was very friendly and warm and our son loved her! AND the photos were uh-mazing! We definitely would recommend her. It was a great investment! read more

We found Maxine through Instagram when my wife first became pregnant and immediately knew we wanted her to photograph our baby girl. Our only hesitation was that her studio was over an hour away and traveling with a newborn through LA traffic freaked us out. We shared our concerns and Maxine assured us that it would be OK and she has had plenty of clients come from even further distances. We are so happy we made the trip! Maxine made us feel very comfortable when arriving and our baby felt very at home in her cozy, warm studio. Maxine took her time with our baby and we never felt rushed. Maxine was an absolute natural and we felt very at ease handing our new baby over to her. It was a positive experience for us and we would happily refer Maxine to anyone looking to have professional newborn photos taken. We are thrilled with our baby's photos! read more

My son was photographed by Maxine about a month ago at her Agoura studio. First off, I had complications during labor and was not released until much later than planned - Maxine happily rescheduled our original date so I wouldn't be rushed on he day me and my son were released. Her studio is great, very professional and warm :-). My son is closer to difficult on the easy-to-difficult range, but Maxine stayed patient with him and worked a little over our scheduled block so she could get a couple more scenes in with him. She was able to capture some amazing shots with my very awake 7 day old. Very great experience and I look forward to working with her for his milestone photos and his future siblings. read more

I cannot say enough positive things about our experience with Maxine. From booking, to the photo shoot, and receiving our digital images, Maxine was incredible. It was well worth our drive from LA with a newborn in tow. Her studio is beautiful and cozy. We immediately felt comfortable in the space, and with Maxine. She was amazing with our newborn son. He was tiny, as most newborns are, and Maxine handled him with the utmost care. My husband and I were at ease as soon as we met her. We were able to relax while she posed and took photos of our son. I was impressed at how smoothly the photo session progressed due to the careful preparation that was taken in advance of our arrival. Maxine has a sincerely warm personality and a true passion for photography that shows in the superb work that she produces. I cannot be happier to have worked with her, and am thrilled with the newborn photos that will be treasured for many years to come. read more

I found Maxine through Instagram when I first became pregnant and immediately knew I wanted her to photograph our baby girl. My only hesitation was that her studio was over an hour away and traveling with a newborn through LA traffic freaked me out. I shared my concerns and Maxine assured me that it would be OK and she has had plenty of clients come from even further distances. I'm so happy we made the trip! Maxine made us feel very comfortable when arriving and our baby felt very at home in her cozy, warm studio. Maxine took her time with our baby and we never felt rushed. Maxine was an absolute natural and I felt very at ease handing my new baby over to her. It was a positive experience for us and we would happily refer Maxine to anyone looking to have professional newborn photos taken. We are thrilled with our baby's photos! read more

Maxine was wonderful with our 6 month old! She knew exactly what to do and say to make our son comfortable with her and the camera! Also, every single picture turned out amazing, making it extremely difficult to choose from them all. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful photography experience. read more

The first time I had the opportunity to work with Maxine, was when my son was born. I had originally scheduled maternity pictures, but due to personal issues I didn't want to take them any more and I asked Maxine if I could cancel and get newborn pictures instead, she said YES. Her studio is amazing it accommodates you to your needs and she only schedules one family at a time which is wonderful because all her time is set for you only. She preps you before the shoot advises you which type of clothing and colors work best. Her quality of pictures is amazing she captures those beautiful moments you will want to keep forever! I would go to Maxine Evans Photography again, I highly recommend her. read more

I came across Maxine's portfolio and instantly fell in love with her work!! I knew that she had to shoot my baby photos. She is a baby whisperer and an amazing photographer. Moreover, she is super gentle with my baby. My baby was laughing and smiling through the whole session. She made all of us feel so comfortable in her beautiful, clean and well equip studio. She have such good aura, positive energy and a pleasure to be around. The experience was definitely great I already know that I will be be booking more sessions with her. I highly recommend Evans Photography to everyone!! Thank you Maxine!! read more

Maxine has done two photo sessions for our son and both times they were great experiences and resulted in amazing photos. We look forward to our next session!! read more

Maxine is amazing to work with. My baby was nothing but smiles with her during our photo shoot. I did a sitter session and am so happy I did! The photos are priceless and I will treasure them forever. She captured my 8 month old son's adorable personality in her photos. The studio has lots of natural light and she has everything you need. I brought multiple outfits for the baby, but used none. Her props are beautiful and have an elegant vintage feel. I look forward to working with Maxine again and know she will be the person I will call to schedule a newborn session as soon as we know when our next child is on the way! read more

I can't recommend Maxine enough! Her studio is gorgeous and her work is even better ! We used her for both newborn and 1 year pictures and they both turned out great. She is also very easy to work with. read more