I'm so glad that I can be the first to review Byrdhouse Photography because it gives my husband and…read moreI the chance to tell you: DO NOT MISS OUT ON A GREAT PHOTO OPPORTUNITY WITH BYRDHOUSE! My husband and I were looking for a natural light photographer to take maternity pictures. I did a lot of online research and stumbled upon Byrdhouse Photography. After falling in love with the artistic and classy photos on the website I called and set up and appointment with Becky, the photographer for Byrdhouse. The photo shoot in one word was AMAZING. Becky was a true professional. She arrived on time, came with ideas, props, and most importantly, her skill. The photos were utterly gorgeous. We got the photos in a viewing gallery in no time. Once we ordered the photos we received them within the week. Not a detail of the photography, pictures, or service was overlooked. We loved the experience and the product so much that we had Becky come back and do our newborn pictures. They were gorgeous. We are already planning on having her do more photography for us in the future!

I needed a professional headshot for work. Becky responded promptly. She had wonderful ideas in…read moreregard to setting and lighting. I had nothing to worry about. The quality of the pictures is phenomenal and the turn around time was so quick. I highly recommend Becky for wedding, family, or professional photography.

Super reasonably priced photographer who was easy to work with and the photos turned out great! He…read morewas willing to stay an extra hour at our wedding celebration to capture even more fun.

I'm fairly disappointed with my experience here. It has also made me decide I probably will take my…read moreown photos of my kid, rather than continuing to pay anyone. What's included in the package is made unclear, so I never got what I expected. In addition, during the shoot he said that he could take my arm out if I had it on my kiddo and when I reminded him of this later, he said that was considered a complex edit and would cost money but they'd do it complmenetary that time. Had he told me this at the time of the shoot, we would have done something differently to get photos without me there in the background. Not cool.

I moved to Chicago at the end of last year, and this is my first pregnancy. At first, I wasn't sure…read moreif I wanted to do a maternity photoshoot. It felt out of my comfort zone, something I had never done before. But after hearing from friends that I might regret not capturing this moment, I decided to start searching for a photographer. I came across many different artists online, but Sri's portfolio immediately stood out. His photography style is artistic, natural, and unique--nothing felt overly posed or awkward. I was already approaching my third trimester, so time was limited. Thankfully, Sri responded quickly and guided me through the entire process. He explained what to bring, what to expect, and assured me that most of the wardrobe and accessories would be available at the studio. We scheduled the shoot two weeks later with Sri and his talented makeup artist, Laura. When I arrived, I was nervous and unsure, but those feelings quickly disappeared. Both Sri and Laura made me feel completely at ease. Laura styled my hair into soft waves and gave my skin a beautiful, radiant glow, while Sri patiently walked me through the session step-by-step. Sri has an incredible eye for detail and a clear passion for his craft. He was attentive, energetic, and never rushed the process. Even when I needed time to find the right pose, he remained patient and encouraging, always focused on capturing the perfect shot. The final photos exceeded all my expectations--they are stunning and filled with emotion. I'm so grateful I stepped out of my comfort zone and trusted Sri with this experience. He even made sure I had a beautifully edited photo ready in time for my baby shower just one week later. This photoshoot has become one of the most meaningful memories of my pregnancy, and I wholeheartedly recommend Sri to anyone looking for a photographer. He not only incredibly talented but also kind, professional, and deeply passionate about what he does.

I cannot recommend Sri enough as a Chicago maternity photographer! I set up a pregnancy photoshoot…read morefor my sister as a gift. She hadn't planned on doing a shoot for herself and I wanted to make sure she had something beautiful to look back on to remember the moment. It was important to find someone who would make her feel comfortable while also delivering truly stunning maternity pictures-- and Sri exceeded all expectations. From my first call with him, Sri was warm, professional, and incredibly straightforward about pricing, deliverables, and the entire process. He made everything seamless, even arranging hair and makeup. When I introduced Sri to my sister, he was just as kind and reassuring, which instantly put her at ease. The maternity photo shoot itself was an amazing experience. Sri's studio is in a great location and offers the privacy that was important for my sister to feel relaxed. Throughout the session, Sri brought great energy and took the time to understand how my sister wanted to see herself in the photos. His expertise in artistic photography really came through-- his use of light is masterful, creating simple yet powerful images that perfectly capture this special moment. I found Sri by searching online for photographers in Chicago, and I'm so grateful I did. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and thoughtful Chicago maternity photographer, Sri is the one to book!

I cannot recommend Abbey enough! We had Abbey take our newborn photos for us and I can't put into…read morewords how amazing she was from start to finish. Her expertise, professionalism and relatability made her the perfect photographer. Abbey was so gentle with our baby boy and captured everything I could have hoped for. I will be recommending her to everyone for family, maternity and newborn photos! Thank you for capturing this special moment for us, Abbey.

Had newborn photos with Abbey and they turned out so great!…read more She gives the option of doing it at her studio or in your own home. Decided on in studio as my house does not have the best backdrop/lighting (good thing because the day I had the shoot it was super cloudy) plus she has props she uses in the studio which made for great newborn photos. She is very personable and takes many photos with different viewpoints so you'll definitely have photos that you will love. Make sure to read her tip guide for the best photos. She provides color palates of what photographs well and tips on a successful newborn shoot. She also does family portraits and I'm keen on using her again in the future. If you're unsure check out her gallery online and Instagram; her shots will convince you to go with her. She was also very prompt on editing and making the photos available (1 week turn around time)! Thanks Abbey!

Ben was awesome to work with for our engagement photos. He met me the week before at the location…read moreto make sure I was fully comfortable about what I needed to do and where he would be. The pictures came out perfect and he really took his time to make sure both our families were involved as well. Couldn't recommend him more if you're doing an engagement in Chicago!

Ben was incredibly professional and fun! We did a family shoot in a local park with 7 adults and 2…read moredogs. He captured the vision and ran with it! TY!!

I am absolutely thrilled with my photos! Thank you, Eileen!!…read more Eileen came out to my house this morning, in frigid temps, right on time, and completed the whole shoot outdoors, in bright sunshine, while masked! With not much to work with aside from snow, snow, snow, a porch swing, a set of steps, my car, and more snow! She allowed me to quickly change into two outfits, then add a coat for a last-minute snow dive shot. She provided great direction on where to look and how to pose my body. She was so patient and kind. She even climbed a snowbank in my backyard to capture a photo of me jumping in the snow. The photos are really fantastic, exactly what I need for a project I'm working on. She emailed the proofs to me in 2-3 hours! Her rates are really good, very affordable. I'm so grateful. Eileen is truly the best. I will definitely hire her again!

Eileen Molony Photography has provided impressive photographic skills that continue helping my…read morebusiness be recognized with very high regard. If you're looking to boost your bottom line, give Eileen a call. Professional, reasonable, superior! Picture Perfect!!

Very cute boutique. Was very easy to get our gender results. They made me feel at ease and were…read morecomforting.

You definitely need a doula and a highly recommended The Birth Boutique. Jen and Lauren were my…read moredoulas and Lauren ended up being the one who was there for the big day. Lauren was something of a big-sister turned fairy godmother meets cheerleader whose support and guidance allowed me to have a successful VBAC. I didn't have a doula in my first birth and I seriously regret it. The whole experience was so much different having someone in the room who was knowledgable, supportive and invested in a positive outcome. I now tell all my friends, family and complete strangers that they need a doula. This is especially true if you're going for a VBAC. I can't recommend Lauren enough and I'm sure I'd being saying the same thing if Jen had been there for the birth!

OUTSTANDING. Ben came prepared with lots of soft lighting options. He took outstanding portraits of…read moreour teenage daughter on her special occasion, and also portraits of our whole family. I've ordered a bunch of framed prints to hang on our walls and to send to relatives. Ben was extremely easy to work with. He was especially great at getting our wiggly 7 year old son to smile nicely for the camera.

Ben not only shot the most amazing wedding photos and videos, but he and his team did everything in…read moretheir power to make our day run smoothly, especially when our bus didn't show up. I could not speak more highly of Ben, the quality of the product and person. When our usb was later corrupted, Ben saved the day by providing a whole new set of photos and videos. Our family still talks about how great Ben and his team were and how amazingly he corralled both families seamlessly so it did not take forever to take group photos. Do not look further, he and his team will be the perfect addition to your wedding.

amazing and comfortable experience from start to finish!! Maggie is so good at directing poses and…read morehelping you look and feel your best!! Highly recommend!!

I can't say enough about Kelly and Maggie. They made my experience so amazing. I felt comfortable…read morefrom the moment I walked in .they had me laughing and I was completely at ease. I posted one of my favorites below. They really had me laughing and smiling the whole time it just made it so easy. When I saw my photos I cried.. a lot. I've lost a lot of weight but my body has been through a lot and usually all I notice are my flaws. I can finally say, looking at these photos, I am proud of the skin I'm in. What started as a gift for my boyfriend with a shoot that just happened to be on my birthday, turned out to truely be a gift for myself. Thank you so much! If you are on the fence about doing this... you should you definitely should! We will be back for couples photos.