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The Artistrie Co. Wedding BLOG
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A journal of real weddings, candid joy, and the moments that matter most.
Real Weddings
The Artistrie Co. Wedding BLOG
An Elegant Chicago Wedding at RPM Events with Timeless Style
Deanna and Joe’s Chicago wedding was a joyful celebration of love and style—featuring private vows by the river, lush florals, and a sleek reception at RPM Events.
A Winter Wedding at The Rookery in Downtown Chicago
Angela and Alex’s romantic winter wedding at The Rookery blended timeless Chicago architecture with heartfelt personal touches, candlelit elegance, and a perfect dusting of snow.
Chicago Wedding Portraits & Dior Cape Dresses Dior cape dresses and romantic after wedding portrait sessions forever and ever. A few weeks after their wedding celebration, Irene and Howard hired me to take wedding portraits of the two of them downtown Chicago. They dressed in their original wedding attire and met me downtown on a […]
Elegant Backyard Naperville Wedding Naperville Wedding Photographer After having to replan their wedding three times, Kristine and Topher traded their downtown Chicago wedding plans for a backyard garden party at their recently purchased Naperville home. Trust me, when you take a look at this tent, you won’t believe this was their backyard! Through the ups […]
This Chicago Cultural Center wedding is a forever favorite! On the most beautiful Chicago day, Lexie and Alex had their dream wedding. The black tie affair featured iconic Chicago architecture, fluffy white florals, an abundance of candlelight, live music, a cannoli cake, and even their pup, Hailey (adorned in a flower girl dress, of course). […]
Cafe Brauer is where wedding dreams come true. I’ve had the pleasure of working at Cafe Brauer four times in 2016, and you better believe I’ll be back in 2017! The space is filled with charm and character that you can’t find anywhere else. I had the pleasure of meeting Annie and Ryan earlier this year and literally jumped for joy when they hired me to be their wedding photographer. These two are the sweetest couple I have ever met.
As a wedding photographer, I believe the most meaningful images are the ones that reflect how the day felt—the quiet moments, the joyful chaos, the love that lingers in the in-between. My work is rooted in emotion, natural light and a timeless aesthetic that honors the story unfolding in front of me.
With over 17 years of experience, I’m grateful to document celebrations with heart and intention, creating photographs that feel as personal and enduring as the love they capture.
The Woman Behind the Lens
A Note from Ashley
As a wedding photographer, I believe the most meaningful images are the ones that reflect how the day felt—the quiet moments, the joyful chaos, the love that lingers in the in-between. My work is rooted in emotion, natural light and a timeless aesthetic that honors the story unfolding in front of me.
With over 17 years of experience, I’m grateful to document celebrations with heart and intention, creating photographs that feel as personal and enduring as the love they capture.
The Woman Behind the Lens
