NICO STUDIOS
Chris Erica is a visionary, storyteller, and photographer with over two decades of experience capturing weddings, portraits, and luxury imagery — serving couples and clients across South Bend, the Midwest, and beyond.
Romanticizing your confidence and beauty through intimate boudoir sessions
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I’m married to the man of my dreams and mom to five incredible kids—some adopted, some autistic, all beautifully unique. Life at our house is loud, messy, and full of love (and yes, I’m that awkward mom who sometimes calls the kids by the dog’s name).
Horses have been my passion since childhood, and now I get to live the dream of riding whenever I want. I also adore Mini Dachshunds, French Bulldogs, and quirky hairless cats. With over 20 tattoos and hair that rarely stays a “natural” color, I’ve always believed in embracing what makes you different.
Photography found me at 13, inspired by James Nachtwey’s raw storytelling and David LaChapelle’s bold surrealism. Today, I strive to capture not just how your day looks, but how it feels—the kiss before the kiss, the whispered secret, the fleeting moment you didn’t realize was magic until you saw it frozen in time.
With confidence in her stride, and a wink that says she knows her worth!
Chris Erica
Chris Erica
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Leeds Castle | Kent United Kingdom
Photo by Casey Patrick | Edited by Chris Erica
Leeds Castle | Kent United Kingdom
Photo by Casey Patrick | Edited by Chris Erica
Creating intimate, empowering images that capture raw confidence and timeless beauty in every woman’s story.
Creating intimate, empowering images that capture raw confidence and timeless beauty in every woman’s story.
my vision
my vision
I’m married to the man of my dreams and mom to five incredible kids—some adopted, some autistic, all beautifully unique. Life at our house is loud, messy, and full of love (and yes, I’m that awkward mom who forgets names and sometimes calls my kids by the dog’s name).
Horses have been my passion since childhood, and now as an adult I get to live the dream of riding whenever I want. I also have a soft spot for Mini Dachshunds, French Bulldogs, and quirky hairless cats. With over 20 tattoos and hair that rarely stays a
“natural” color, I’ve always believed in embracing what makes you different. My soul is wanderlust-filled, fueled by Outlander, Harry Potter, and a love of stories that transport you.
Photography found me when I was 13, inspired by James Nachtwey’s raw storytelling and David LaChapelle’s colorful surrealism. As your photographer, I want to capture more than how your day looks—I want to capture how it feels. The kiss before the kiss, the whispered secret, the fleeting moment you don’t even realize is magic until you see it frozen in time. You are beautiful, and I want you to see it too.
Over the years, my work has been featured in Bella Beverly Lingerie, Veils & Vows, Ratchet + Wrench Magazine, Razor & Tie, 103.9 The Bear, Bull Magazine, Wedding Day and more.
With confidence in her stride, and a wink that says she knows her worth!
- JOCELYN
I had an amazing session with truly great people. Chris was absolutely wonderful—super encouraging, and her work made me feel stunning, insecurities and all. I didn’t know I could look mystifying, elegant, and badass all at the same time.
"Chris was super encouraging, and her work made me feel stunning, insecurities and all."
- Jocelyn
I had an amazing session with truly great people. Chris was absolutely wonderful—super encouraging, and her work made me feel stunning, insecurities and all. I didn’t know I could look mystifying, elegant, and badass all at the same time.
"Chris was super encouraging, and her work made me feel stunning, insecurities and all."
- Leslie | Nappanee, Indiana
It’s been such a pleasure to work with Chris, from my engagement shoot to my wedding day! She’s professional, and her work is absolutely amazing. She made sure to keep my wedding day timeline running as smoothly as possible, and made it a point to get the shots I requested.
I’m amazed at how quickly she edited my photos and got them back to me—within three days after my wedding! The finished product is gorgeous, and she made me feel stunning.
"The finished product is gorgeous, and Chris made me feel stunning."
- Leslie | Nappanee, Indiana
It’s been such a pleasure to work with Chris, from my engagement shoot to my wedding day! She’s professional, and her work is absolutely amazing. She made sure to keep my wedding day timeline running as smoothly as possible, and made it a point to get the shots I requested.
I’m amazed at how quickly she edited my photos and got them back to me—within three days after my wedding! The finished product is gorgeous, and she made me feel stunning.
"The finished product is gorgeous, and Chris made me feel stunning."
beth | goshen, indiana
Chris is absolutely amazing to work with, and her pictures are stunning! I’ve had the pleasure of working with her multiple times—first for our wedding and later for my maternity boudoir session as well as many family sessions! Our wedding photos were jaw-dropping, and we received so many compliments on them.
I was nervous about doing maternity boudoir, since it was outside my comfort zone, but Chris made me feel completely at ease and beautiful. She is truly an artist at what she does—talented both in photographing and behind the lens. I highly recommend her for all your photography needs!
"Chris made me feel completely at ease and beautiful, and her photos are absolutely stunning."
Beth | Goshen, indiana
Chris is absolutely amazing to work with, and her pictures are stunning! I’ve had the pleasure of working with her multiple times—first for our wedding and later for my maternity boudoir session as well as many family sessions! Our wedding photos were jaw-dropping, and we received so many compliments on them.
I was nervous about doing maternity boudoir, since it was outside my comfort zone, but Chris made me feel completely at ease and beautiful. She is truly an artist at what she does—talented both in photographing and behind the lens. I highly recommend her for all your photography needs!
"Chris made me feel completely at ease and beautiful, and her photos are absolutely stunning."
Individual Product & Collections Starting at $2000
In house payment plans available as well as Affirm, Klarna and Afterpay
The average client booking the signature experience spends $3500
INVESTMENT
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Individual Product & Collections Starting at $2000
In house payment plans available as well as Affirm, Klarna and Afterpay
The average client booking the signature experience spends $3500
Signature Boudoir Experience | Session Fee $500
The Signature Boudoir Experience is our premier full private session at Nico Studios—a day designed entirely for you. Enjoy professional hair and makeup by our licensed stylists, three outfit changes, and full access to every studio set, including the exclusive rain wall. You’ll also have use of the client closet, filled with lingerie, luxe robes, and heels to complete your look.
This empowering experience session fee is $500, due at booking, with product costs additional. More than just a photoshoot, it’s a chance to indulge, celebrate yourself, and feel truly unforgettable.
The Petite Boudoir Experience | Session fee $250
The Petite Boudoir Experience is the perfect choice for those wanting a taste of the luxury boudoir experience in a more streamlined session. You’ll be pampered with professional makeup by our licensed stylists before stepping in front of the camera with two outfit changes that show off your unique style and personality.
With access to three beautifully designed sets of your choice in the studio, you’ll have the perfect backdrop to create timeless, empowering images. The exclusive rain wall set may be added on to elevate your session even further. The session fee is $250, due at booking, with product costs additional. This experience is a stunning way to capture your confidence while keeping things simple, elegant, and unforgettable.
The Monthly Tease is perfect for anyone wanting to dip their toe into the world of boudoir. Once a month, I open just three spots for these exclusive mini-style sessions—an approachable way to experience boudoir without the full commitment of a Signature or Petite session.
This package includes one outfit change, access to the client closet, and use of up to two studio sets (the rain wall is not available). The fee is $799 and includes 25 beautifully edited digital files, with the option to add more. Hair and makeup are not included, keeping the focus simple and all about you.
The best part? The Monthly Tease is self-booking—no consultation call required. Just click the link below, choose your date, and secure your spot.
the monthly tease | entire session $799
The Petite Boudoir Experience
Session fee $250
The Petite Boudoir Experience is the perfect choice for those wanting a taste of the luxury boudoir experience in a more streamlined session. You’ll be pampered with professional makeup by our licensed stylists before stepping in front of the camera with two outfit changes that show off your unique style and personality.
With access to three beautifully designed sets of your choice in the studio, you’ll have the perfect backdrop to create timeless, empowering images. The exclusive rain wall set may be added on to elevate your session even further. The session fee is $250, due at booking, with product costs additional. This experience is a stunning way to capture your confidence while keeping things simple, elegant, and unforgettable.
The Monthly Tease is perfect for anyone wanting to dip their toe into the world of boudoir. Once a month, I open just three spots for these exclusive mini-style sessions—an approachable way to experience boudoir without the full commitment of a Signature or Petite session.
This package includes one outfit change, access to the client closet, and use of up to two studio sets (the rain wall is not available). The fee is $799 and includes 25 beautifully edited digital files, with the option to add more. Hair and makeup are not included, keeping the focus simple and all about you.
The best part? The Monthly Tease is self-booking—no consultation call required. Just click the link below, choose your date, and secure your spot.
the monthly tease
entire session $799
Signature Boudoir Experience
Session Fee $500
The Signature Boudoir Experience is our premier full private session at Nico Studios—a day designed entirely for you. Enjoy professional hair and makeup by our licensed stylists, three outfit changes, and full access to every studio set, including the exclusive rain wall. You’ll also have use of the client closet, filled with lingerie, luxe robes, and heels to complete your look.
This empowering experience session fee is $500, due at booking, with product costs additional. More than just a photoshoot, it’s a chance to indulge, celebrate yourself, and feel truly unforgettable.
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"Chris does such an amazing job! Her work is incredible, and I highly recommend her. Getting a shoot done is also a great way to boost your confidence. If you’re looking to do a boudoir session, contact her!"
- Denise
I chose to do a boudoir photoshoot as a 10-year wedding anniversary gift for my husband. To say he was shocked would be an understatement—he was absolutely blown away. He told me the photos were not only professional and tasteful, but they also showed a level of confidence he hadn’t seen in me since we were dating.
"The photos were not only professional and tasteful, but they revealed a confidence in me that I thought I had lost.."
- denise
I chose to do a boudoir photoshoot as a 10-year wedding anniversary gift for my husband. To say he was shocked would be an understatement—he was absolutely blown away. He told me the photos were not only professional and tasteful, but they also showed a level of confidence he hadn’t seen in me since we were dating.
"The photos were not only professional and tasteful, but they revealed a confidence in me that I thought I had lost.."
- Jocelyn
I had an amazing session with truly great people. Chris was absolutely wonderful—super encouraging, and her work made me feel stunning, insecurities and all. I didn’t know I could look mystifying, elegant, and badass all at the same time.
"Chris was super encouraging, and her work made me feel stunning, insecurities and all."
- jocelyn
- Jennifer -
"Chris does such an amazing job! Her work is incredible, and I highly recommend her. Getting a shoot done is also a great way to boost your confidence. If you’re looking to do a boudoir session, contact her!"
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