I am an accredited professional newborn photographer and also specialize in photographing children, family, professional headshots and high school senior photography within the Fox Valley tri-cities area of Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles, Illinois. Christine Retzer specializes in newborn, children, family photography and high school seniors within the Fox Valley tri-cities area of Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles, Illinois.
Christine Retzer is absolutely incredible and oh so talented. Christine took my daughter's pictures just a few days ago.from the moment she began, my less than two week old daughter was completely comfortable with her (and her warm, clean, beautiful space).
Christine Retzer is absolutely incredible and oh so talented. Christine took my daughter's pictures just a few days ago.from the moment she began, my less than two week old daughter was completely comfortable with her (and her warm, clean, beautiful space).
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I'm Christine and I'm a creative type located in the tri-cities area of Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles. I moved to Illinois in 2014 from Los Angeles (many ask "why?") due to my husband's job- well, that and the ridiculous cost of living in LA! Before we re-located, I had been pursuing my lifelong dream of working as an actor (and dancer) in Hollywood.
Email christine@christineretzerphotography.com for more information or current shooting restrictions. Please note: In an effort to be fair to all my clients, pricing is firm and non-negotiable. Maternity Package 1: $300 *This is in addition to booking any newborn session only* This session can be done in studio or outdoors ideally between 34-36 weeks of pregnancy.
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Jen Kraska
Jan 06, 2022
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Christine has been an absolutely amazing discovery for myself and our family. I just happened to stumble upon her contact information while looking for a maternity photographer, and we will now be working with her for our growing family for years to come!
From the get go, Christine was super welcoming and able to work with creating a customized package for a maternity/family shoot with my brother and SIL. She really has an eye for the beauty in nature, and the maternity pictures turned out amazing.
I couldn't wait to work with Christine again for the newborn pictures, and I can't rave enough
From the get go, Christine was super welcoming and able to work with creating a customized package for a maternity/family shoot with my brother and SIL. She really has an eye for the beauty in nature, and the maternity pictures turned out amazing.
I couldn't wait to work with Christine again for the newborn pictures, and I can't rave enough
Sophia Kaleem
Dec 24, 2021
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Christine was so amazing to work with! Very professional and treated us like family. She was so accommodating and made sure all our questions were answered. She takes time with her photography and does not rush through anything. She asks you what your vision is and comes prepared with a plan. Christine is the sweetest and we can’t wait to work with her on our family photos!
Amy Criser
Aug 19, 2021
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Gina Picchi
Oct 16, 2020
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Julie Novak
Aug 30, 2020
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Christine is a true artist. Her warm personality and calm mannerisms immediately put subjects at ease resulting in natural expressions reflected in amazing photos. I love that she has so many creative ideas and just seems to sense what will work best to achieve perfect results. She has done professional headshots, action shots for dance, senior photos, website photos and candids for us and each was flawless. Highly recommend!
Alexis Reeder
Jul 01, 2020
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My husband and I had the most amazing newborn photoshoot experience thanks to Christine today! She was a true professional and was an absolute delight to work with! We were honestly mesmerized at the caliber of her talent. Her level of expertise in newborn photography is unmatched. Her attention to detail and overall calming presence was like nothing I’ve ever seen.
Christine has thought of everything and has fine-tuned this process for her clients so seamlessly. It was truly just a joyous experience from start to finish. She was so organized and had all the backdrops, headbands, outfits, props
Christine has thought of everything and has fine-tuned this process for her clients so seamlessly. It was truly just a joyous experience from start to finish. She was so organized and had all the backdrops, headbands, outfits, props
Cate Palenik
Aug 01, 2019
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I simply can’t recommend Christine highly enough. From the moment I arrived with my newborn daughter I was completely at ease. Christine is warm, calm, kind and so gentle. She thought of everything for our photo session...from the most beautiful collection of hair bows you’ve ever seen, to every color of soft blanket to place your baby on, to a shushing machine, to a perfectly warm room for a tiny baby...and then, of course, heirloom quality photos that will bring tears to your eyes. I then brought my family of 6 to her for a family photo shoot and she again handled the chaos with such grace
Sarah B.
May 21, 2019
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I wish I could give more then 5 stars! Christine is an amazing photographer and the best I have ever worked with. She is creative, imaginative, and so detail orientated. Christine is not only well trained and talented as you can see in her gallery; she has the most calming and genuine energy that will make you feel so comfortable. I did my maternity shoot with her and I look forward to working with her in the future for our new born shoot as well as family pictures as we grow!
