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.

October 15, 2014

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Rachel & Mike had their beautiful ceremony at St. Roch in Indianapolis. Rachel was absolutely stunning, and as she walked down the aisle her sisters couldn’t hold back their tears. Rachel and Mike’s families were so excited to see them start their lives together. After portraits at Garfield park, they continued the rest of their […]

September 5, 2014

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Chelsea and John grew up together as friends, on the lake. Not only have they known each other their entire lives, but their families were friends before they were born. They spend their spare time on and around lakes, so it only seemed appropriate to make this shoot sentimental and add a little nautical flare […]

August 14, 2014

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Rachel and Ian are married! I’m so excited to be sharing their wonderful day with everyone! Rachel & Ian were married at the Centennial Bible Church in Westfield, IN. The bride, the mothers, and the bridesmaids enjoyed their morning getting ready at The Beauty Lounge, located in Carmel. We’ve captured getting ready wedding pictures here […]

August 14, 2014

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Autumn & Ryan have spent the past several years growing in love with one another, sometimes hundreds of miles away from each other. Recently they decided to start the rest of their lives together. I’ve had the privilege to know them both for a while now. As Autumn walked down the aisle, I couldn’t hold […]

July 30, 2014

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All through our lives, Lane and I have continued to bump into each other. She was a few years younger than me in elementary school. After I moved, we were assigned in the same cabin in summer church camp.  After Steve and I were married, we became a member of a church small group, that […]

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 […]

July 8, 2014

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Rebecca and Jon both have wonderful hearts. It was very obvious through the entire day, they were absolutely perfect for one another. When I see two people completely in love like Rebecca and Jon, I cannot wait to see the things they accomplish together. Their ceremony was held at Rebecca’s home church. As she walked […]

July 1, 2014

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Amanda & Kyle’s wedding was fabulous. They really set the bar high. Not only did their wedding have class & beauty, but it was an absolute delight to work with them and their team at The Allure in LaPorte. These sweethearts met in college. They were both a part of Purdue’s glee club, so it’s […]

June 20, 2014

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Emily & Chad had their beautiful wedding ceremony at College Park Church. The chapel was lit with many candles and rose petals were scattered down the aisle. They did a wonderful job creating such a romantic atmosphere. Emily teared up as she walked towards Chad during the processional. Happy tears filled the room as their […]

June 18, 2014

FILED IN: Published, Weddings

We are so excited to see Amanda & Jeff’s zoo wedding on Landlocked Bride today! See the article at: http://www.landlockedbride.com/2014/05/14/real-wedding-amanda-jeff-indianapolis-indiana/ See their wedding story on our blog here! Don’t forget to leave lots of lovely comments & best wishes for them in the comment box!