Welcome, I am Christine Crossen, the one behind the lens.
Hi, I’m Christine, an Arizona portrait and fantasy photographer.
I’ve been photographing for over 20 years, starting on film and classically trained. I believe my roots in film photography makes me look at my subjects with more care and how the light truly captures them.
I’m based in Phoenix, AZ, and I specialize in portraits, fantasy, cinematic, creative, documentary, branding, and editorial work. My approach is simple: I want you to feel seen, safe, and celebrated.
Whether you’re an alternative, a part of the LGBTQ+ community, a cosplayer, a fantasy nerd, a creative, or someone stepping in front of the camera for the very first time, you belong here. This is a space where your story matters.
My style is shaped by the things I love the most:
- Fanasty
- Expressive storytelling
- Documentary honesty
- Alternative and creative aesthetics
- Abandoned places and forgotten corners of the world
I’m drawn to the lost and overlooked, the things people walk past without noticing. I bring that same attention into the way I photograph people. I slow down, pay attention, and capture you with intention and care
I want you to feel like yourself in your photos, not a version of you shaped by stiff poses.
I‘m an urban explorer at heart. I love wandering through places time has abandoned. I’m also a mixed-media artist, creating pieces inspired by tarot, mythology, forgotten objects, and the magic of found materials. Creativity is the thread that runs through everything I do.
When we work together, expect warmth, laughter, direction when you need it, and space when you don’t. My goal is always the same: to create photos that feel like you.
Let’s make something beautiful together.
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, welcoming a new life, elevating your brand, or simply wanting to honor your authentic self, I’d be honored to tell your story
“I love the photos, they’re absolutely beautiful. They make me feel so happy about myself, and I feel like I’m really looking at myself in the photos, something I rarely feel in photos.”
Triss
"I cannot recommend Christine of Chrisscrossphotography enough for all kinds of photography, but especially her cosplay photography.
She is an amazing person to collaborate with who works tirelessly to help bring your specific vision to life. She is able to give expert and character-themed direction—she made me feel confident and comfortable the entire time.
She is professional, respectful, and has an impressive turnaround time without sacrificing quality. You can tell she truly loves what she does, and it shows in her work. I’ll definitely be booking with her again!"
Cake of BananaCakecosplay
"Christine! You did SUCH an amazing job on Triss's photos, you really put them at ease and captured their personality. I think they are some of the best photos ever taken of the two of us!"
Jennifer
"Christine did my golden birthday photoshoot and made me a birthday cake, and I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer,
Christine made me feel so confident (this was my first photoshoot ever, so I was nervous). We listened to One Direction the entire time and honestly just had a blast. I didn’t feel awkward at any point. She guided me through different poses and hyped me up.
As for the birthday cake, it was absolutely AMAZING! It was exactly what I envisioned, but better!! It was delicious to eat and beautiful to look at! Book with her now for all of your photography needs, or even order a cake from her! I promise you won’t regret it!”
Stephanie
