Ashley photographs bridal boudoir to honor the woman standing in front of her, creating images that feel natural, intimate, and unforced.
The result is timeless imagery preserved in print, a personal record of this fleeting season.
Bridal Boudoir Photographer
Bridal Boudoir, Reimagined
This experience is meant for you first. The rest is optional.
It’s for the bride who wants to feel prepared walking in, and confident walking out. Someone who appreciates clear guidance, a calm pace, and a space where nothing feels rushed or overdone.
If you’re drawn to soft, natural light and portraits that feel polished but still like you, you’re in the right place.
A bridal boudoir session gives you a moment to pause before the wedding day. The photographs live in print. Something you can hold onto long after the celebration ends.
If this feels aligned, I’d love to create it with you.
“I never felt more beautiful, confident, and strong. It was the perfect way to celebrate this season before my wedding.”
Meet Ashley
Ashley Biess is a Chicago wedding and boudoir photographer with nearly two decades of experience photographing women with care and intention. She is known for her soft, luminous portraits of women.
As a single-artist studio, she works closely with each bride, creating space for ease and confidence throughout the experience. From your initial inquiry to delivering your custom designed album, every step is handled with the utmost care.
Her hope is that every woman leaves feeling beautifully seen.
If this feels like something you’ve been considering, I’d love to hear from you.
Your Album
I design every album myself, thinking carefully about how the images move and breathe together. It’s where the work feels whole.
Seeing the photographs in print is the part my clients talk about most. Every album is one of a kind — a gift to yourself, and, if you’d like, something extraordinary to give on your wedding day.
The Session
We begin slowly. If you choose the complete experience, professional hair and makeup is included to create a polished, natural look.
I guide you the entire way. Music plays. We talk. We laugh. It stays relaxed. We capture what feels natural in the moment — nothing forced.
After booking, you’ll receive a detailed guide covering wardrobe, styling and how to prepare.
Most bridal boudoir sessions take place 12–16 weeks before the wedding to allow for editing and album design. I’ll walk you through each step so nothing feels uncertain.
PLanning
From our first conversation to the delivery of your boudoir album, everything is handled with intention and care. The process is organized, calm, and fully guided so you can feel prepared every step of the way.
The Experience
Boudoir Albums
Albums and fine art prints are an essential part of this experience.
Together, we’ll create a timeless album that captures this chapter with care — something tangible to return to for years to come.
Designed for you first. And, if you choose, a meaningful gift to give on your wedding day.
“She is tremendously thoughtful, and that shines through in the extremely organized way she runs her boudoir business. I felt taken care of from beginning to end.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I schedule my bridal boudoir session?
Most brides schedule their session at least 12-16 weeks before the wedding. That allows plenty of time for editing and album design so everything feels unhurried, especially if you’d like to gift it on the wedding day. Earlier is always welcome, particularly during busy seasons, as I take on a limited number of sessions each month.
What if I’ve never done a boudoir session before?
That’s most of my clients. You don’t need to know how to pose or “be sexy.” I guide you the entire way, gently and clearly, so nothing feels forced or awkward. The goal isn’t to create a different version of you. It’s to photograph you in a way that feels natural, artful, and that feels like yourself.
Is professional hair and makeup included?
Yes. Soft, polished hair and makeup is part of the experience. It’s not about transforming you. This is about elevating what’s already there and helping you feel confident stepping in front of the camera. Think refined and luminous, not overdone.
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions take place in thoughtfully selected hotel rooms and studios in Chicago, chosen for their beautiful natural light and understated elegance. The setting feels private, calm, and intentionally styled — more like a quiet retreat than a photoshoot.
How private is the experience?
Your privacy is always respected. Images are never shared without explicit permission, and many clients choose to keep their galleries completely private. What we create is yours.
What is the investment for bridal boudoir?
Bridal boudoir collections begin at $2,000, with most brides choosing the complete album experience at $3,600. The full experience includes professional hair and makeup, a fully guided session, and the design of a handcrafted heirloom album created to be preserved in print.
After you inquire, I’ll send the full Bridal Boudoir Collection Guide so you can review the offerings and choose what feels right for you.
“I wouldn’t have trusted anyone else with both my wedding and my boudoir experience. In two totally different settings, Ashley made me feel seen and celebrated.”
If you’re considering a boudoir session in Chicago and would like to learn more, I’d love to hear from you.
I reply within 48 hours, Monday through Thursday.
Request Information
Prefer email? You can also reach me at ashley@artistrieco.com
While I review your inquiry, you’re warmly invited to complete my Boudoir Questionnaire below. It’s optional, but many clients find it a meaningful first step in shaping an experience that truly feels like them.
It’s a space to reflect on your “why,” share what draws you to boudoir, and begin imagining what we’ll create together.
I’ll be in touch soon with availability and next steps. I’m very much looking forward to connecting.
Warmly,
Ashley
Thank you for reaching out—I’m so glad you’re here.
