Engagement SessionS
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I believe engagement sessions are an opportunity to celebrate the uniqueness of your relationship in a fun, meaningful way so I ask my clients to dream BIG.
Maybe it's returning to the place where you fell in love... Sunday crossword puzzles in a cozy neighborhood cafe... Playing tourists for the day in the city you call home.
My engagement sessions go beyond traditional portraiture. Each experience documents the love and natural connection between the two of you in a beautiful, candid way to celebrate this time in your lives.
Read more about available collections below.
If your engagement photos could be anything you dream, what would they look like?
I love the look, and I love the moments she captured. Tender moments that may have lasted only a second, we have memorized in film.
— Artistrie Co. Groom, Nicholas
— Artistrie Co. Groom, Nicholas
ENGAGEMENT
Collection PRICING
2025
- 1 Hour Session
- My Engagement Session Style Guide
- 1 Location in the Chicagoland Area
- 1 Outfit
- scheduled Mondays—Thursdays
- 50+ Edited Images
- Online Gallery
- Printing Rights
My Engagement Session Style Guide
1 Location in the Chicagoland Area
1 Outfit
scheduled Mondays—Thursdays
50+ Edited Images
Online Gallery
Printing Rights
Includes:
As my most concise offering, it focuses on capturing your love in a single location with one outfit, ensuring the beauty of your connection shines through.
We’ll collaborate to plan the creative details, so each moment reflects your unique story. The result? Candid, heartfelt portraits that beautifully encapsulate this special chapter of your journey.
Petite | $900
- Approximately 2-3 Hour Session
- My Engagement Session Style Guide
- Creative Planning Appointment
- About 2-3 Locations
- Chicagoland Area
- scheduled Mondays—Sundays
- 2 Outfits
- 150+ Edited Images
- Photo Reveal Appointment
- Online Gallery
- Printing Rights
My Engagement Session Style Guide
Creative Planning Appointment
About 2-3 Locations
Chicagoland Area
scheduled Mondays—Sundays
2 Outfits
150+ Edited Images
Photo Reveal Appointment
Online Gallery
Printing Rights
Includes:
Whether it's strolling through a scenic garden or revisiting a meaningful spot from your story, we'll create a relaxed atmosphere that brings out authentic moments.
This session is designed to be more than just a photoshoot—it’s a chance to celebrate your connection and preserve this chapter with heartfelt, candid images.
Signature | $1,800
- Approximately 4-5 Hour Session
- My Engagement Session Style Guide
- Creative Planning Appointment
- Whatever Locations Your Heart Desires
- Chicagoland Area
- scheduled Mondays—Sundays
- As Many Outfits As You’d Like
- 225+ Edited Images
- Photo Reveal Appointment
- Online Gallery
- Printing Rights
My Engagement Session Style Guide
Creative Planning Appointment
Whatever Locations Your Heart Desires
Chicagoland Area
scheduled Mondays—Sundays
As Many Outfits As You’d Like
225+ Edited Images
Photo Reveal Appointment
Online Gallery
Printing Rights
Includes:
Before the shoot, we’ll collaborate to plan a personalized session that highlights your vision. Whether it’s strolling through city streets or sharing intimate moments at a favorite coffee shop, I’ll capture the authentic details as if it's a day-in-the-life.
More than just a photoshoot, this experience celebrates your relationship and this special chapter, with timeless, candid portraits.
Documentary | $3,200
The Process
Following the session, we'll schedule a Photo Reveal appointment where you'll get to see the beautifully curated images for the first time. You'll receive high-resolution digital images in a personalized online gallery that you can cherish and share with loved ones for years to come.
04. Image Delivery
On the day of your session, we'll meet at the agreed-upon location and begin capturing beautiful moments together. I'll guide you through natural poses and prompts to create authentic, candid images that showcase your love and connection.
03. Engagement Session
After our consultation, I'll put together a personalized creative plan based on our discussions. This plan includes suggested locations, outfit ideas and a timeline for the session. We'll collaborate to ensure every detail aligns with your vision and preferences.
02. Session Planning
We'll start with a conversation to discuss your vision, preferences and any specific locations or themes you have in mind for your engagement session. This consultation allows us to tailor the session to perfectly reflect your unique story.
01. Initial Consultation
+ Napa Valley, California
+ Mount Hood, Oregon
+ Seattle, Washington
+ San Diego, California
+ San Francisco, California
WEST COAST
+ Sedona, Arizona
+ Scottsdale, Arizona
+ Denver, Colorado
WEST
+ New York City
+ Maryland
+ DC
+ Maine
+ Atlanta, Georgia
EAST COAST
+ Chicago, IL *
+ The Quad Cities
+ Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
+ Northern Michigan
+ Southwest Michigan
Midwest
While I call Chicago home, here's a list of some of the many places I've traveled to for engagement sessions over the years. I'm always happy to travel somewhere new and explore!
Where I've Worked
Ashley’s thoughtful, creative, and able to capture the humanity of the people in her photos.
— Artistrie Co. Bride, Margaret
— Artistrie Co. Bride, Margaret
Ashley Biess is the owner and lead photographer of Artistrie Co, a wedding & portrait photography boutique in Chicago, Illinois. She has been photographing couples for over 15 years and shoots in a hybrid candid, editorial style to capture your life's moments in a personable, artful way.
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