Christine Retzer Photography

Professional photography & Accredited Newborn Photographer

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About

Hey there! 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.  In between working on tv and film sets, one of my MANY day jobs was working as a photographer ( I actually got my BA at USC in Theatre AND Film/TV, btw).  Some ask what I miss most about my time in LA and I would have to say: my village, the beach, California Chicken Cafe, Denise Leitner’s jazz class, the best shopping and working on productions.  The least favorite: TRAFFIC!  oh, and helicopters!  I may not be famous to most but what a ride!!

So, after moving to suburbia and having kiddos I realized pretty quickly that I needed a creative outlet for myself.  One night as I pondered my future, I had an “ah-ha moment” and decided I wanted to photograph newborns.  After some pretty hefty training and lots of props later, Sugar Plum Photography was born… wait… make that Christine Retzer Photography (after re-branding).  And, I’ve been lucky enough to snuggle those sweet littles since 2015!

I label myself as a storyteller through and through- in fact, storytelling is the concept behind my work.  Art reflects life.  Life reflects art kind of deal.  In addition, I work really hard to produce the best possible imagery for my clients but also the best experience as well.  Every client is treated as if they were family.  And, with that I feel completely honored every time I get to capture these memories for them to cherish for generations to come.

My own 3 littles

What Clients are Saying

Cate in Geneva

-"I simply must share....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 was so gentle, caring and kind (both to me and my little one)....while taking the most beautiful photos that I will forever treasure. It was such a wonderful experience with absolutely no stress...just have to thank this sweet, gifted Mom! We are deeply grateful!"... Cate in Geneva
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:45:25+00:00
-"I simply must share....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 was so gentle, caring and kind (both to me and my little one)....while taking the most beautiful photos that I will forever treasure. It was such a wonderful experience with absolutely no stress...just have to thank this sweet, gifted Mom! We are deeply grateful!"... Cate in Geneva
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/what-clients-are-saying/
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Olivia in Aurora

-"I don't know if it's the hormones that I am tearing up looking at these photos! 😭😭😭 They are so beautiful I love them thank you so much for a great experience! ❤️"  
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:47:48+00:00
-"I don't know if it's the hormones that I am tearing up looking at these photos! 😭😭😭 They are so beautiful I love them thank you so much for a great experience! ❤️"  
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1459/
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Nicole in Geneva

-"Oh my goodness! Thank you so much!! I love the pictures so much!  Thank you for being so wonderful to work with!! 😊"
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:47:37+00:00
-"Oh my goodness! Thank you so much!! I love the pictures so much!  Thank you for being so wonderful to work with!! 😊"
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1458/
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Amar in Downers Grove

-"We love the photos and loved working with you. We look forward to meeting again in a few months."
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:47:14+00:00
-"We love the photos and loved working with you. We look forward to meeting again in a few months."
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1457/
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Melissa in Elburn

-"Thank you!! These are exactly what we were hoping for and we couldn’t love them more. We’ll go through them today and select our favorites, which will be SO hard since we want them all 😊"
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:46:57+00:00
-"Thank you!! These are exactly what we were hoping for and we couldn’t love them more. We’ll go through them today and select our favorites, which will be SO hard since we want them all 😊"
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1456/
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a little about me…

The Studio is located at:
40W117 Campton Crossings Dr.
Suite A
St. Charles, IL 60175

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. Read More…

Newborn Sessions with Christine

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What Clients are Saying

Cate in Geneva

-"I simply must share....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 was so gentle, caring and kind (both to me and my little one)....while taking the most beautiful photos that I will forever treasure. It was such a wonderful experience with absolutely no stress...just have to thank this sweet, gifted Mom! We are deeply grateful!"... Cate in Geneva
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:45:25+00:00
-"I simply must share....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 was so gentle, caring and kind (both to me and my little one)....while taking the most beautiful photos that I will forever treasure. It was such a wonderful experience with absolutely no stress...just have to thank this sweet, gifted Mom! We are deeply grateful!"... Cate in Geneva
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/what-clients-are-saying/

Olivia in Aurora

-"I don't know if it's the hormones that I am tearing up looking at these photos! 😭😭😭 They are so beautiful I love them thank you so much for a great experience! ❤️"

 
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:47:48+00:00
-"I don't know if it's the hormones that I am tearing up looking at these photos! 😭😭😭 They are so beautiful I love them thank you so much for a great experience! ❤️"  
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1459/

Nicole in Geneva

-"Oh my goodness! Thank you so much!! I love the pictures so much!  Thank you for being so wonderful to work with!! 😊"
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:47:37+00:00
-"Oh my goodness! Thank you so much!! I love the pictures so much!  Thank you for being so wonderful to work with!! 😊"
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1458/

Amar in Downers Grove

-"We love the photos and loved working with you. We look forward to meeting again in a few months."
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:47:14+00:00
-"We love the photos and loved working with you. We look forward to meeting again in a few months."
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1457/

Melissa in Elburn

-"Thank you!! These are exactly what we were hoping for and we couldn’t love them more. We’ll go through them today and select our favorites, which will be SO hard since we want them all 😊"
Christine Retzer Photography
2019-03-01T22:46:57+00:00
-"Thank you!! These are exactly what we were hoping for and we couldn’t love them more. We’ll go through them today and select our favorites, which will be SO hard since we want them all 😊"
https://christineretzerphotography.com/testimonials/1456/
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