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.

March 10, 2022

FILED IN: Engagements

man and woman embrace on bridge over Saint Joseph River during their Mishawaka riverwalk engagement

Purple flowers were in bloom all throughout the Robert C. Beutter Riverfront Park. Music drifted through the park and laughter as people spent a sunny spring afternoon enjoying nature. On a sidewalk in front of the Saint Joseph River, Emily walked up behind Adam and hugged him as he laughed. This was just one of […]

March 10, 2022

FILED IN: Wedding Tip

Article by Erin Reynolds Your wedding day is an occasion you want to remember for a lifetime. When planning the big event, you have many factors to consider, from the guest list to the food, decor, and more. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is the venue. The following guide will provide you […]

March 9, 2022

FILED IN: Weddings

bride and groom hug in front of brown background during their indy canal wedding

Sunlight fell through the open window of Canal 337. Tyler stood near the window, the sunlight gracing his face, as Anna walked up behind him and gave him a hug. They both smiled. This was just one of the moments we created together during their portraits. Scroll down to see all of the amazing moments […]

December 29, 2021

FILED IN: Weddings

couple kisses in barn with lots of string lights during their traders point creamery elopement

The barn was warm and full of fairy lights. It was the perfect place to hide out for a few moments after a chilly first look outside. Todd and Kelly stood in the middle of the barn, hugging for warmth and they kissed. This was just one of the magical moments from their Traders Point […]

December 13, 2021

FILED IN: Engagements

couple sits at table and cuddles at sunset during their Fountain Square Engagement Photos

The light of the setting sun was golden and lovely. It backlit Priscilla and Sam as they sat at table outside a cafe cuddling into each other. They looked so cozy just sitting there snuggling into each other. This was just one of the amazing moments from Priscilla and Sam’s gorgeous Fountain Square engagement photos. […]

December 10, 2021

FILED IN: Engagements

man in vest whispers into blonde woman's ear while sitting in field of tall grass during their Noblesville park engagement session

The light of the setting sun lit up the grass in the field. It turned the brown blades of tall grass into gorgeous golden blades, like Rumpelstiltskin with a spinning wheel and a room full of hay. Miranda and Wade sat in the grass chatting and laughing together. We had so much fun capturing these […]

December 8, 2021

FILED IN: Engagements

man with beard kisses woman on head on snowy day during their mustard seed gardens engagement photos

String lights hung in the air their light barely visible as the sun was just starting to set on a cloudy winter day. Under the shade of an old tree, a bit of snow still clung to the ground. Analisa and Matt stood in the snow, hugging to help keep each other warm. They looked […]

December 7, 2021

FILED IN: Engagements

young engaged couple in field with tall grass captured by their Noblesville Photographer

The tall grass swayed as a gentle breeze slipped over the field. In the middle of the field, Molly and Jordan hugged. Smiles lit up their faces at the warmth of the embrace on a chilly winter day. This Noblesville photographer had so much fun capturing these early winter photos with Molly and Jordan! I […]

December 6, 2021

FILED IN: Engagements

man holds woman in passionate embrace on the shore of Lake Michigan during their Indiana Dunes engagement photos

The water on Lake Michigan was still. No waves were washing ashore, not even a ripple. Standing on the shore, shoes touching the water, Elena and Ross stood hugging as the sunset behind them. The golden hue of the setting sun reflected off the lake, backlighting them as they kissed. This was just one magical […]

December 5, 2021

FILED IN: Portraits

parents smile at kids under ivy covered trellis at indianapolis art center ARTSPARK for broad ripple family photos

Ivy grew up and over a trellis at the ARTSPARK at the Indianapolis Art Center. The sunlight filtering through the leaves taking on a pale green hue. In the shade of the trellis the Rinckers stood, parents holding their kids, laughing and smiling. These Broad Ripple family photos were so much fun to capture! Did […]