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.

June 2, 2022

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beautiful blonde bride standing in front of steps of building for her unique wedding photos

A soft breeze blew across the quad at Ball State University, lifting the lace of Sara’s dress and tousling her blonde hair. She lifted the skirt of her wedding dress and spun in the breeze taking in the day. Her groom Adam stood watching, a smile on his face, as he watched Sara having her […]

October 20, 2014

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We are so thankful that we have such fabulous couples. Yes, I’m a bit biased, but I honestly think that we have the best. Casey & Jon are just adorable, but they also have wonderful personalities. Really. They are so great. So, I’m not kidding when I say it was an absolute honor to capture […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

May 28, 2014

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Kate & Gustavo’s wedding was beautiful. Gustavo is originally from Brazil, so it was important that they incorporated some of the Brazilian wedding traditions into the ceremony. Bridesmaids and groomsmen stood beside them, as well as madrinhas & padrinhos. Married couples stood by them as a reflection of how they wanted their own marriage to […]

May 15, 2014

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Abby & Keaton’s wedding was unique, right down to the details. This couple is very talented, and it really shined through their entire wedding. Abby is not only a very talented knitter, she also teaches others how to be awesome at knitting as well. It was only appropriate that she walked down the aisle with […]

May 1, 2014

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2013 was a wonderful year to get married! Congratulations to all our beautiful couples!