Wedding Advice & Photography

Two things we are confident in: Wedding Planning & photography. Van Elk & Co is made up of a team of photographers who love to create portraits of love & happiness and share advice for wedding couples.

This isn't your typical photography blog. We share useful info for couples who are getting married and those who are heading that direction. Let us show you pretty things while you fill your head with all things wedding planning.

September 21, 2012

FILED IN: Weddings

Christiane and Jason were such a fun couple to capture! Christiane is a beautiful girl and she’s very laid-back. This does not mean she lacked organization. She is a big planner, and she is very punctual. This was definitely the first bride we’ve had that was on time for EVERYTHING. She is a super-bride. Their […]

September 20, 2012

FILED IN: Senior Pictures

I’ve known Grace for a little over 6 years and it just amazes me how she has grown into this gorgeous woman! One of my very first shoots as a professional photographer was shooting her sister’s senior portraits. With her sister having been one of my first sessions, I was just thrilled that Grace still […]

September 19, 2012

FILED IN: Engagements

Nicole and Jake met at a wedding. By chance, Jake and Nicole were paired up to walk down the aisle on that day, and will be doing the same on May 11th, 2013 as husband and wife. They are a great pair. Jake brings out the country in Nicole, and Nicole brings out the class […]

September 18, 2012

FILED IN: Engagements

Jentry and Casey met in college. After graduation they had to live hundreds of miles apart, but that didn’t rock their relationship. It only made it stronger. Next Memorial Day weekend they’ll be moving to the next stage of their relationship when they marry in Carmel, Indiana. They are such a beautiful couple. They both […]

September 17, 2012

FILED IN: Senior Pictures

Haley is outgoing and is so fun to be around! This girl has a heart of gold, plus she is gorgeous! We decided to use lens flares and rim light to make her senior portraits unique. She met me at the Prairie Creek reservoir in Muncie, IN for some outdoor shoots. She came with wonderful […]

September 14, 2012

FILED IN: Portraits

Steve and I have known this amazing couple since college. Christine is a cat lover who also works for the local university. Ryan works for an architectural firm in Indianapolis. We shot a few pictures in their new apartment and some around downtown Muncie as well. It seemed to be an excellent fit for their […]

September 13, 2012

FILED IN: Weddings

Katie and Drayk had an unforgettable wedding. They were married someplace close to home, Katie’s own childhood backyard. Their rustic outdoor wedding was inspired by Katie’s parent’s wedding. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander had their wedding in the exact same location 25 years before.They said their “I dos” as the sun set on the gorgeous property. […]

September 13, 2012

FILED IN: Weddings

Jackie and Joe had their beautiful August wedding in Troy, Ohio. The ceremony was held at the St. Patrick Catholic Church and the reception was held there as well. The sanctuary was absolutely gorgeous, which was a good fit with their classy white and plum décor. The reception was just wild. Honestly, I wouldn’t have it […]

September 12, 2012

FILED IN: Weddings

More to come soon of this beautiful couple’s wedding!