THE BLOG

Christine Retzer Photography, Chicagoland newborn photographer, maternity photo close up of belly with cream outfit.

I’ve had an incredibly busy winter directing and co-producing a play in Geneva and now with moving my photography studio. It’s already late April and I’m finally just coming up for air and able to take a breath! Whew!! 2025 sure has started off bumpy in so many different ways. I really hope things smooth […]

Beginning in 2025, I started offering two different types of STUDIO Newborn Sessions in St. Charles: Newborn Studio Posed Portraits and Newborn Studio Lifestyle Sessions. You might wonder what in the world is the difference? Well, as a St Charles IL Newborn Photographer, I’m telling you that there’s a big difference between Studio Posed vs. […]

Change is often seen as daunting, but the shift of seasons reminds us that change is not only natural—it’s necessary for growth. As winter melts into spring, and the world comes alive with fresh blooms and warmer air, it’s a beautiful reminder that transformation can bring new opportunities, new perspectives, and new beginnings. When we […]

As a Chicagoland Newborn Photographer, the one tip I discovered and would like to share with new parents is about the 5 S’s. It refers to a method that was developed by Dr. Harvey Karp in which he discusses in his book, “The Happiest Baby On The Block” that helps to soothe newborn babies.

This is a tough post to write but I felt the need to express some feelings about how this recession is affecting not only my photography business but just about every photographer I know. Here’s the truth: After the shut-down, it seemed like I was busier than ever! I was in my second studio at […]

I’m so excited to announce that my work as a St. Charles, IL Newborn Photographer was featured in INSPIRED magazine for their June issue. This is a magazine associated with NAPCP (National Association of Portrait and Child Photographers) in which I’m a member of. The theme was Peaceful so I submitted one of my favorite […]

This is a particularly interesting topic for me being that I’m a photographer and finding the right balance regarding pricing is something I’ve been struggling with for many years. When I was first starting out as a newborn photographer, I had a small, one room studio in my house. I remember I had a few […]

This winter, I moved my studio location to 475 Dunham Road in St. Charles just north of 64 and west of Kirk Road. It’s a cute and cozy little studio in a converted farmhouse. It’s definitely got some charm! Here are some photos of the new space! I don’t know how I manage to fit […]

This is Leslie Meredith. She is the woman who owns and runs Farmhouse School in Campton Hills. She’s absolutely lovely, kind and wonderful- everything you’d want from someone teaching cooking to adults and kids! I have had the pleasure of working with Leslie and I aim to bring light to her business at Farmhouse School. […]