Skip to main content
Weddings
This vendor is popular with couples. Start a conversation

Attributes highlighted by couples

Capturing memories
Pristine quality
Seasoned with weddings
Skilled photographer

About

On WeddingWire since 2014

Changing Your World, One Click at a Time

World Changing, Awe Inspired, Beautiful Storytelling

To me, you are far from a mere transaction or just a client. You are a beautiful couple (or family) with an amazing story and my job is to honor you by telling your story.

I’m awed by every couple I meet, each with their own movie-like romance. Truly knowing you and your history creates a bond. That connection is very important to me and I feel you deserve no less, so I spend time with each couple prior to their wedding day!

When I work with you, I feel you. I feel your love. I feel your hurt. I cry when the bride talks about the gift her grandpa left for her big day. I smile when her mom tells her how proud of her she is. I laugh when the groom comically tries throwing his bride over his shoulder.

I believe love and emotion enhance our very being and sense of connection to a larger world. If you are looking for a sentimental photographer who will laugh and cry with you while capturing your uniqueness, look no further. ___________________________________________

Photography Expert * Bride Whisperer * Mom Extraordinaire

Hello! I am Lauren! I began my photography journey when I started modeling at the age of 18. Little did I know, it was soon going to be such a huge part of my life.

I finished my bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science with a dream of becoming a chiropractor, however, life had other plans. When my son, Noah, was born at 25 weeks and only 1 pound 6 ounces, my entire world stopped and he became my first priority. For many months, he was my only priority truth be told. As he grew older and stronger, he continued to require intensive therapies and I wanted - I needed - to be able to stay home with him. I figured there had to be a way to do that while finding a career that I loved!

A friend of mine was looking for a wedding photographer and, because of my background, came to me for photography referrals. I’m not sure if it was me speaking or that I even took myself seriously when I said it, butvoice inside of me offered, "I can shoot your wedding!" And, the rest is history!

I love to learn and am an avid student of my field, always looking to better my talents. When I am not shooting weddings or portraits, I volunteer my work to missionary trips, NILMDTS (Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep), animal rescues and other charities.

In addition to raising the love of my life, I read, laugh, run mud races, lift weights, travel and spend time with people I love! After all, you are only as great as the company you keep, right?

I can’t wait to get to know you! Please contact me here and I will respond as quickly as I can so we can find out if it’s a match made in photography heaven!

Lauren Ashley Studios was formally known as Lauren and Chris Studios.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,499

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,785

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Trash The Dress
Albums
Digital Files
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Thank You Cards

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
illustration question

Any other questions?

Message vendor
5.0 out of 5 rating
24 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
100% Recommended by couples
Megan
Megan F. Sent on 11/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer ever

Lauren and Mallory are the DREAM TEAM. We have used them for our engagement pictures, engagement party, boudoir shoot and our wedding and all the photos are better than we could of even imagined. For our wedding, we had a 24 person bridal party in addition to my husband and I (26 people total) and Lauren/Mallory made what could of been very stressful and chaotic a fun and perfect environment. They also give fantastic direction—instead of just letting you stand there not looking perfect, they give fantastic cues about what to do to make you look your best! They are so bubbly, fun and energetic and I cannot enough wonderful things about them. Also, thanks to them being perfectionists and paying attention to every detail, everyone photographed looks perfect. I cannot thank them enough for all the memories they have photographed for us in the last year, and look forward to them taking pictures of all our monumental life events forever!
L
Liz W. Sent on 05/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision you will make!

Hiring Lauren and her team was the best decision I made for my wedding! I cannot put into words the talent and beauty of her work. My wedding day went by so fast and getting the absolutely GORGEOUS photos, let me relive those moments and immortalize the most beautiful day of my life. Besides for her obvious talent, Lauren and her team are friendly, fun, extremely well communicative, and give easy direction. When I say Lauren was the best decision I made for my wedding (minus the getting married part!) I really mean it. She has a natural talent that reminiscent of the MVPs of fashion and editorial photographers. Check out her instagram and you’ll see what I mean! Huge thank you to her and her entire team.
S
Stacey G. Sent on 10/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Dream Team

Working with Lauren and her team was a dream. She was responsive from the very beginning and worked hard to deliver our vision for our wedding. We had a few calls with her prior to our wedding and she was just as responsive after our wedding as well. The day of, Lauren and her team brought the energy and made sure that we got some great pictures even though there were some hiccups that were totally out of their control. They got some great creative shots and made sure our day was extra special.
Lauren and her team really do above and beyond, whether it's making sure you have water, being your personal cheerleaders, or anything else you may need throughout the day they really are something special! We are so grateful that they were our photographers for our big day. I highly recommend Lauren and her team, you will be in great hands if you go with them and you will not be disappointed!
illustration stars

Are you interested?

Message vendor

Awards

24
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner

Map

Lauren Ashley Studios frequently asked questions

Lauren Ashley Studios includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Proofs
Lauren Ashley Studios includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Toning
  • Trash The Dress
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
Lauren Ashley Studios offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Lauren Ashley Studios offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
Lauren Ashley Studios offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Lauren Ashley Studios is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

Other vendors in Chicago for your wedding

Wedding Vendors

Responds within 24 hours