For more than two decades, Chris Fritchie has been telling stories through his lens. His career began as the staff photographer for Frisco STYLE Magazine, where he captured the heartbeat of his community and created more than 150 magazine covers and thousands of published images across regional and national publications. Yet even as the assignments and accolades grew, one longing remained — the desire to create something that means something.

From that calling came The Magic of Santa® — a fine art portrait experience that captures the wonder of childhood and the timeless beauty of belief. What began as a simple idea has since become one of the most recognized Santa portrait experiences in the nation, blending the artistry of storytelling with the emotional power of legacy.

Today, Magic Makers Studio stands as a reflection of that journey — a place where artistry, imagination, and craftsmanship unite to create heirloom portraits that feel as enduring as the memories themselves.

Chris’s work has been honored with numerous awards across state, national, and international platforms, including multiple Best of Show titles, ASP State Elite Awards, Imaging Excellence, Best Portrait of a Child, and the coveted MPI International Portrait Photographer of the Year. In 2025, his work was featured in PPA Magazine, one of the most prestigious honors in his career — a moment that underscored his lifelong pursuit of excellence in the art of photography.

Even with these achievements, Chris continues to compete among the world’s finest artists, not for recognition, but to refine his craft and honor a promise he made long ago — to create timeless art for every client who walks through his doors.

Because here, at Magic Makers Studio, we don’t just take portraits…

We capture the moments that remind us what it feels like to believe.

For the last two years we have dominated the competition world in the childrens portrait category. 2025 TPPA Best of Show, Best of Show, Best Child, ASP State Elite Award, Best by CPP, 2025 Wyoming State Best Child Portrait, ASP Images of Distinction Best Portrait of A Child, DPPA Best of Show, Imaging Excellence, MPI 2024 Portrait Photographer of the Year.