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.

January 22, 2019

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Bride and groom walk while laughing on patio of the Mavris in downtown Indianapolis

Part 1- Wedding Portraits, First Look, & Send-off This year was filled with travel, unique outdoor settings, beautiful ceremonies, and a ton of people in love. We can honestly say that in 2018 we had some of the best couples! We’ve included some of our favorite portraits to celebrate a wonderful 2018 season. Thank you […]

August 3, 2018

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a groom walks toward his blonde bride under an arch on culver academies' campus

The light of the sun reflected off the pavement and up under an archway at Culver Academy, backlight Niki and Sam as they walked toward each other. Sam reached out his hand to Niki as we walked toward her, wrapping it around her waist once they came together and hugging her close. There were so […]

February 13, 2015

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We had the opportunity to capture some of the most beautiful couples in 2014. We cannot thank our fabulous brides and grooms enough. It was an amazing year. Thank you to all the vendors, venues, and wonderful families of the couples for helping create a gorgeous wedding for each one of our couples! Special thanks […]

July 16, 2014

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Laura and Sam had a beautiful wedding at the Culver Academy’s Chapel. They decided to wait to see each other until their ceremony but were able to pray together behind the gorgeous chapel doors. The ceremony was gorgeous. Sam’s eyes widened and a smile grew on his face as Laura approached the alter. They shared […]